MARY HUDSON

“Arise” is the by-word of Mary Hudson’s ministry. Saved in LasVegas in the late 70s as a radio news director, Mary and her husband, Keith, started a church in Santa Barbara, California in 1980. At the end of that decade, the Hudsons became traveling evangelists. Mary also wrote for Charisma and Christianity Today.

In 2004, Mary was called to minister in France. After two years of preaching throughout the nation, a minister told her they don’t allow women preachers in that country. Mary laughed and said, “Too late now!” Mary’s book "Smart Bombs" is about how to tear down strongholds "with the explosive word of God,” is available in French and Spanish. Her newest book, "Joyful Parent = Happy Home" is being released by Harrison House in February, 2015.

Mary hosts Arise Women’s Conferences nationally and internationally. The Lord gave her a word in 2006 that He would use her to raise up women who are bold, trailblazers, and think outside the box. Over thirty Arise Conferences have encouraged women in such diverse locations as Hawaii, Malaysia, France, Belgium, Panama, Switzerland, and the USA. Women from domestic violence shelters and drug rehabilitation homes are invited to attend and be transformed from victims to victors. Prophetic words are downloaded to Mary as she ministers throughout the congregation. Her ministry of encouragement has brought many out of darkness into His marvelous light.