PASTOR CARLEEN BOWMAN RILEY is an anointed, ordained minister of the Lord Jesus Christ, responds to the needs of those she serves by operating as a pastor, teacher, conference speaker, motivator, counselor, intercessor, psalmist and most importantly, as a presentation of the characteristics of one who is being inspired and guided by Jesus Christ. She holds the Bachelors of Counselor Education and Masters of Education (in Counselor Education) degrees from South Carolina State (College) University, and has worked extensively in the fields of Counseling and Education.

Her book, Help! I Want to Stop Hurting: A Guide to Forgiveness is a powerful ministry tool that is helping change the lives of so many who are dealing with the pains and hurts they have encountered in life. Additionally, she has been a monthly contributing author for Fresh Oil Magazine.