In His Grace Ministries

Lonna Vopat

Humorist, talk show host, ministry speaker, writer.

Encouraging women to deepen their walk with Jesus Christ is at the heart of In His Grace Ministries. Founder and Executive Director, Lonna Vopat, is an internationally known communicator recognized for her transparent approach to life, finding humor in every circumstance and sharing scripture with boldness and authenticity.

Lonna’s signature presentation, “From Maybelline to the Maker” has been enthusiastically received by audiences world wide. As a contestant in the nationally televised, 2002 Mrs. America pageant, Lonna had a front row seat to watch the lengths in which women went, striving for identity, acceptance, and physical perfection. Using humor, props and her pageant experiences, she encourages women to grasp onto their awaiting identity as daughters of the King of kings. Lonna shares her personal story of neglect, abandonment and abuse in childhood to show that we serve a benevolent God of restoration. Living through drug abuse and countless harmful choices, she shares the consequences of this life style—including the painful experience of abortion. The Lord has given her the ability to communicate His message with boldness to all people, regardless of gender, age or life circumstances.

In His Grace Ministries has taken Lonna and her team to many different speaking venues, reaching thousands of people across the globe. The vision of In His Grace Ministries is to see women encouraged to find their identity in Jesus Christ, empowered to live the authentic Christian life, and mobilized to share the message of hope to women abroad. From Mexico to West Africa, India to South America and throughout the United States, Lonna has continued to communicate her passion for God’s Word and His abundant love. Domestically, she ministers at Christian conferences, ladies retreats, special events, and university campuses. Lonna hosts the weekly television talk show Between Friends, is a featured speaker in the book titled Speaking of Faith and writes a faith based column for a regional newspaper.

Lonna and her husband Kevin have three beautiful children; Parker, Dillon, and Grace. The Vopats’ enjoy their country home in Idaho and are deeply involved in youth and music ministry in their home church. Their hobbies include raising quarter horses, camping and a variety of outdoor activities.