Lonnie’s heart for people allows him to play a vital part in partnering with pastors by creating friendships, mentoring and discipleship. He oversees the construction and development projects with partnering organizations, oversees and assists with the collection and distribution of food donations, and serves as the Abba’s Pride travel agent. Lonnie plays a key role in a our leadership team and helps to carry out multiple tasks within the ministry.
Debbie is an educator at heart. Having earned her Doctor of Adult Education and Staff Development and having years of teaching experience, Debbie plays a vital role in Abba’s Pride partnering crèches. Debbie uses her gift of teaching and love for discipleship as she partners with teachers by coming alongside them for teacher training and mentorship training. Her knowledge and experience in education allows her to excel in overseeing the curriculum development of Abba’s Pride. Debbie also oversees the finances for Abba’s Pride.
Julian brings his expertise and knowledge of business and finance to our team. He oversees the partnership of Abba’s Pride with South African organizations. Julian also manages our partnerships with multiple businesses who donate food on a weekly basis.
Stephanie is a well of knowledge and compassion. She has a heart for the emotional well-being of children, especially those coming from disadvantaged backgrounds. She earned her doctoral degree in International Psychology. She serves as the Director of Programmes overseeing a number of efforts that enrich the lives of vulnerable and orphaned children.
Jabu serves as our team’s financial and administrative assistant. She assists with teacher trainings and our Second Coat ministry. She has a warm smile you will see her four days a week in our Abba’s Pride office.
Pamela serves as a mentor and trainer for our Early Childhood GUILD program. Her love for the Lord and her ability to speak in multiple home languages allows her to be a huge asset to our team.
Samora is the Social Media Manager, resident photographer and videographer. He brings creativity and joy to telling the story of Abba’s Pride. He is also involved in mentoring and encouraging leaders in the After-Care program.
Our Team
Lonnie Warren
Executive Director
Lonnie’s heart for people allows him to play a vital part in partnering with pastors by creating friendships, mentoring and discipleship. He oversees the construction and development projects with partnering organizations, oversees and assists with the collection and distribution of food donations, and serves as the Abba’s Pride travel agent. Lonnie plays a key role in a our leadership team and helps to carry out multiple tasks within the ministry.
Send Lonnie an email at lonnie@abbaspride.com
Dr. Debbie Warren
Executive Director
Debbie is an educator at heart. Having earned her Doctor of Adult Education and Staff Development and having years of teaching experience, Debbie plays a vital role in Abba’s Pride partnering crèches. Debbie uses her gift of teaching and love for discipleship as she partners with teachers by coming alongside them for teacher training and mentorship training. Her knowledge and experience in education allows her to excel in overseeing the curriculum development of Abba’s Pride. Debbie also oversees the finances for Abba’s Pride.
Send Debbie an email at debbie@abbaspride.com
Julian Marsay
SA Fundraising/Food Programme Manager
Julian brings his expertise and knowledge of business and finance to our team. He oversees the partnership of Abba’s Pride with South African organizations. Julian also manages our partnerships with multiple businesses who donate food on a weekly basis.
Send Julian an email at julian@abbaspride.com
Stephanie Beck
Director of Programmes
Stephanie is a well of knowledge and compassion. She has a heart for the emotional well-being of children, especially those coming from disadvantaged backgrounds. She earned her doctoral degree in International Psychology. She serves as the Director of Programmes overseeing a number of efforts that enrich the lives of vulnerable and orphaned children.
Send Steph an email at steph@abbaspride.com
Jabu Dlamini
Bookkeeper/Administrative Assistant
Jabu serves as our team’s financial and administrative assistant. She assists with teacher trainings and our Second Coat ministry. She has a warm smile you will see her four days a week in our Abba’s Pride office.
Send Jabu an email at jabu@abbaspride.com
Pamela Monnakgotla
ECD Teacher Mentor
Pamela serves as a mentor and trainer for our Early Childhood GUILD program. Her love for the Lord and her ability to speak in multiple home languages allows her to be a huge asset to our team.
Send Pamela an email at maphirim@icloud.com
Samora Qwesha
Social Media/After-care Mentor
Samora is the Social Media Manager, resident photographer and videographer. He brings creativity and joy to telling the story of Abba’s Pride. He is also involved in mentoring and encouraging leaders in the After-Care program.
Send Samora an email at samora@abbaspride.com
Matete Mogale
Social Worker
Matete joins us as a social worker. Her focus is helping to foster a healthier environment for children sponsored through the Abba’s Child program.
Send Matete an email at matete@abbaspride.com