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Debbie Ormonde

Christian Speaker
Be Finally Free, Inc
Bakersfield California 93301

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Contact Information

Name Be Finally Free, Inc
Website
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Location
Bakersfield, CA 93301
United States of America

Speaking Ministry Details

Salvation Date
1970
Home Church
The Oaks Community Church
Relationship to Church
Regularly Attends
Speaking Experience
Full Time (over 20 events per year)
Fee Range
Works with Your Budget

More About Debbie Ormonde


Debbie Ormonde

Speaker. Teacher. Counselor. Mentor.

By age 12, wild child Debbie Acorn was serving her first stint in solitary confinement at a juvenile detention center. Over the next several years, the unwed teen mother endured violent domestic abuse, a savage gang rape, and drug addiction, along with the loss of her self-worth and all hope for a better life.

However, Debbie experienced an incredible transformation from violent street brawler to faith-filled advocate for prisoners everywhere … including all who’ve never been behind physical bars yet find themselves enslaved by poor choices, desperate circumstances, and life’s seemingly irreversible tragedies. 

After a 34-year career as a security industry executive, she left the corporate world in 2011 to found Be Finally Free, a Christian ministry that provides education, life skills, and hope to restore and equip those impacted by addiction, crime, incarceration, and poverty. A powerful motivational speaker and coach, her life’s message focuses on personal restoration, authentic spirituality, servant leadership, and the crucial role of relationships. “I use my energy, passion and enthusiasm to equip people to grow, encourage them to pursue their professional goals, and discover their personal destiny,” she says. 

Debbie earned her Doctorate of Divinity degree from Summit Bible College, where she has served as an adjunct professor. She speaks and teaches throughout the U.S. and internationally on topics ranging from communication, team-building, and project management to conflict resolution, faith formation, and career growth.

She and her husband, Kevin,have been married for more than two decades and are the parents of six children and nine grandchildren. 

No matter who you are—prisoner, pastor, skeptic, or saint—Debbie’s life and story are sure to touch your heart, challenge your mind, and change your life.

To book Debbie for your next event call 661-489-5952 or email debbieo@befinallyfree.org. To find out more about Debbie’s work with prisoners, parolees, and families, visit www.befinallyfree.org

Debbie Ormonde Recommendations


Submitted by Delighted Coaching on Friday, Jan 12, 2024

Lauren Patterson

Dr. Debbie Ormonde teaches and speaks from a place of compassion and understanding through personal experiences and eduction. She uses her ability to engage and connect with an audience to impart her wisdom and passion on how to take vision and implement action. I am always moved to action after listening to her speak and absolutely can attest to her authenticity! She’s a strong example of a woman pursuing her call and her mission so dedicated and intentional. I highly recommend her for any size audience both great and small!

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Submitted by 88.3 Life FM on Friday, Mar 18, 2022

Melissa Woods Promotion Director

Debbie spoke for our women's group that meets monthly. She brought the word and shared her heart in such a way that left us feeling empowered and refreshed. Her heart for people is so evident. I know she seeks God's will to ensure that we know He is in the room with us. I would love to have her back to speak again.

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Submitted by Visalia Naz Woman’s Ministry on Thursday, Mar 17, 2022

Kim

I have been to many woman’s retreat in my life and hands down Debbie is the real deal. She is Transparent, compassionate, humble, funny, and brings the truth straight to you out of love. Debbie is a gift from God and He is using her in BIG ways. Our ladies were Blessed to have a weekend with Debbie.

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Submitted by Visalia Nazarene Church on Wednesday, Mar 16, 2022

Christy Costa-Women's Ministry Team

As a group, we cannot speak highly enough of Debbie. She spoke at our women's retreat and lives were changed. Debbie's approach is hands on and it is evident she truly cares for those she is ministering to. Debbie never seems to grow tired of sharing the love of Jesus. She does this by sharing candidly about what the Lord has done in her life in such an authentic way that everyone in the room can relate. If you are looking for a dynamic speaker who is down to earth and compassionate, Debbie should be your first choice. I highly recommend her for any and all of your events.

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Submitted by Be Finally Free on Friday, Aug 06, 2021

Christine Miller

Debbie is a powerful and anointed speaker. Her passion and committment to Jesus are palpable. Her energy and joy for her Lord are contagious. After hearing her speak, those who experience her presentation and her dynamic presence feel that they can go out and change the world for their Lord! She is a game-changer!

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Submitted by Mount Hope Retreat on Monday, Dec 02, 2019

Sue Warfield

Debbie is an awesome speaker, she says it like it is, very down to earth person with a sense of humor. Thoroughly enjoyed her at our Mt Hope Retreat.

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Submitted by Provoke Ministries on Thursday, Oct 31, 2019

Daniel Samms, Speaker

Debbie Ormonde was a professor of mine at Summit Bible College for at least two classes and sat in another as a student with me. Her heart for the lost and passion for the Gospel truly shine brightly. In front of a room, she is engaging and simultaneously challenging, injecting concepts into the room to keep their attention. She is very comfortable on stage and loves interacting with the audience. Her strong presence is greatly accentuated by her vulnerability and humility when speaking on tough or hurtful subjects. Overall, I have been blessed and provoked by hearing her speak!

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Submitted by Bangor Community Church on Monday, Oct 28, 2019

sue warfield

I feel that you are very down tomearth and tell it like it is. You have had some life changing expierences in your life and know fikrst hand what it is like to not have God in your life and then decide that this is what you want. You are a verympowerful speaker and I hope that you will return to Mt.Hope again. Thanks for a wonderful weekend I did feel the spirit of God all around us and in you. MaymGod bless you and your family now and always. Sincerely, Sue Warfield

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Submitted by Sequoia Worship Center on Monday, Sep 17, 2018

Christy Costa Women's Ministries

Debbie is a top notch speaker, her heartfelt message is sure to change lives. Debbie shared her story candidly with our ladies group and women were moved. You cannot be around Debbie and not love her, her infectious personality along with her sincere love for Christ draw people to her.

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Submitted by Ignite Revival Ministries/Sequoia Worship Center on Monday, Sep 17, 2018

Connie Stoffel - Pastor's Wife

We had Debbie as our guest speaker for our 2018 Women's Retreat. She was engaging, approachable and spoke a powerful life changing message that was able to reach the heart of every woman present no matter what their background or age. I was beyond blessed as were the women from our church. I would not hesitate to have Debbie Ormonde back and recommend her highly.

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Submitted by Overcome Ministry on Friday, Aug 31, 2018

Dana Winn - Founder Overcome Ministry

WOW! I don't even know where to begin, I am in awe of this lady! Her message of forgiveness spoke to the hearts of so many women that are broken by unforgiveness and cannot bring themselves to even think of forgiving the "someone" who has cause them great harm and pain. Debbie has such humility and allowed the Holy Spirit to fill her to the point of complete transparency. Debbie was Jesus' mouthpiece and the Holy Spirit used her mightily to share His love for us and how much He wants to heal us. Debbie was incredible and captivating, I didn't want her to stop talking. Thank you Debbie for saying YES to Jesus and for being a part of our first Overcome Event. I look forward to doing ministry with you and more events. I love that God knew I needed a friend like you and He introduced us.

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Submitted by Kern County Student Leadership on Saturday, Apr 21, 2018

Debbie

Debbie is a passionate, inspiring & motivational speaker! Her life story & enthusiasm will light up your group of all ages. After I heard Debbie speak to group of high school students, I immediately noticed everyone in attendance had new motivation to “Make a difference” in their day to day lives. God Bless you, Debbie Ormonde. You are an amazing person.

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Submitted by Be Finally Free, Inc on Monday, Oct 23, 2017

Nikki Linenberger, Executive Director

I have known Debbie Ormonde for 23 years as an employee and close family friend. I have seen how God has transformed her from a keep to herself woman to someone who can truly captivate her audience and have them seek their personal relationship with God. She is energetic, engaging, and always authentic. It is always so exciting to be able to listen to what God is empowering her to share. You do not what to miss an opportunity to see how God uses her as a tool to reach others for His Kingdom.

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Submitted by Main Street Insurance Company Michigan on Monday, Oct 16, 2017

Ann Maskill

“I first met Debbie when she was 12 years old, I was 16. She was the most unusual young girl I had ever met. Debbie’s childhood was anything but normal. Her story shows how the human spirit can be torn and broken, but in finding God’s love and acceptance, lives can be changed, repaired and used, to inspire others.God’s greatest soldiers are the people who have been challenged, fallen down, trampled on and still get up to face another day. Debbie’s journey has been a long, hard road, but she trusted in God to get her through it all and she is an inspiration to every life she touches I am certain you will feel blessed to meet her and have her share her life with you.” Ann Maskill President, Main Street Insurance Company Michigan

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Submitted by Student-Summit Bible College on Wednesday, Oct 11, 2017

Tanya Dixon, Chaplain

Dr. Debbie Ormonde is true, passionate, and lives out her calling on purpose. I had the pleasure of taking one of her classes. Besides being a good instructor, she has a heart for Jesus and it displays in her love and care for people. She is knowledgeable and always making sure that she takes the time to study so that she may present her lesson and God's word the way He intends. She is a diamond in the rough, that God has manifested for such a time as this. People from all walks of life will be blessed by her ministry.

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Submitted by None on Wednesday, Oct 04, 2017

Siomara Jimenez

Debbie is just amazing. She is realistic, down to earth, Jesus Loving, beautiful soul that knows how to make you feel accepted and loved. I wish the world could experience hearing her speak. I know I learn something new everytime.

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Submitted by Summit Bible College on Tuesday, Oct 03, 2017

Dr. Jeff Victor

Debbie has to be one of the most dynamic speakers I've ever met. She is highly motivated, has true life experiences that you rarely hear, and is excellent at relating to people. She is not the typical female speaker, either. By that I mean that she can also motivate a male audience, effectively. Although she is a full-time minister, today, she has been a corporate executive and she is probably the most driven and focused woman I have ever met. She is very assertive, straight forward, fast talking, and yet, very sensitive and thorough. I would recommend her to speak to any group on leadership, ministry, or reaching the lost.

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Submitted by Summit Bible College on Tuesday, Oct 03, 2017

Caitlin Hashim- Vice President of Operations

Dr. Debbie is a dynamic and passionate speaker! She's transparent and candid. Not only is she a great speaker, she's a phenomenal minister who holds those she helps close. She genuinely cares. Dr. Debbie is also a go getter! She will get the job done, and with excellence! She truly is reliable and loyal. She's been a Professor of Summit Bible College for a few years and has received positive reviews from all her students on a broad area of subjects including: Communicating the Word of God, Lead Like Jesus, Beginning and Advanced Leadership, Chaplaincy, and more! She won't let you down.

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Submitted by Calvary Redemption Center on Monday, Oct 02, 2017

Kay Panadero, Adminstrator/minister

Debbie Ormonde is an outstanding Christian woman who speaks on real-life principles backed by the Word of God. She is a great speaker whose credentials speak of the vibrant and invigorating topics that she has brought before her audience. I would recommend her as a speaker at any Christian event.

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Submitted by Mountaintop Community Church on Monday, Oct 02, 2017

Joy Kanthack OutReach Ministry

I have known Debbie for a few years now and this woman totally amazes me. I have attended several of her Women's Conferences at my church and also done some ministry work at one of the prisons that her organization ministers to. Not only does she have a heart for the Lord, she also has a heart for others and their salvation. To listen to her speak or preach is something else. Her energy, knowledge and love are something to see. She reaches so many others and touches so many lives.

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Submitted by Be Finally Free on Monday, Oct 02, 2017

Christine Miller

I have known Debbie about 5 years and have gone into jails and prisons with her. She has a deep compassion for those who are lost, hurting and struggling. She uses her own life experiences as a powerful platform for encouragement. She is beautiful, full of life and brimming with joy and hope. She also has a fantastic sense of humor and of true humility. Any group wanting a speaker who can instill hope, joy and courage in the hearts of listeners would want Debbie as part of their program. After hearing Debbie speak, you leave the room knowing without a doubt that “with God all things are possible”!!

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Submitted by Vessels Of Honor Ministries on Monday, Oct 02, 2017

Chaplain Tracy Hale

I have had the opportunity to work along side this awesome gift to the body of Christ. She works tirelessly to change lives that the world has thrown away. She has the ability to see people in away that most people never will. She is a powerful speaker and makes a difference everywhere she travels. She has a way of bringing hope to a dark a desperate world, and change to the hopeless. She also brings out the best in others who care and want to help for the cause, she has challenged me to the core to Step up a little hirer and has shown me the true heart of God.

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Submitted by Healing Word International on Monday, Oct 02, 2017

Kerry Bulls

This letter is to heartily endorse Chaplain Debbie Ormonde as a qualified Prison Chaplain, an exceptional teacher in our Chaplaincy Program, and all around a person of integrity and exceptional character. She is in good standing with our organization and well thought of by the other chaplains. I would highly recommend her to your organization as a more than qualified minister of the Gospel. If you have any questions or concerns about Chaplain Ormonde please do not hesitate to contact me, Dr. Kerry L. Bulls, at 661-444-78814

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Submitted by Wellspring Personal Development on Monday, Oct 02, 2017

Sherry Rose

It is with great pleasure that I recommend my friend and partner in ministry, Debbie Ormonde. With a heart for the broken and a passion to pursue Christ at all costs, Debbie is a clear thinker and engaging speaker, be it guest speaker or keynote! She brings a powerful message of hope and restoration through her words and her testimony! Dr. Sherry Rose Director, Wellsping Personal Development

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Submitted by Christ Church Of The Valley on Monday, Oct 02, 2017

Kelley Allen

“My experience of Debbie is that she LOVES the Lord.  She is continually asking how she can be a better servant to change people for God.  I appreciate her integrity & enthusiasm.  She speaks from her heart  about her passion to share hope with those who have none.” Kelley Allen Director, Women in Ministry (WiM) Christ’s Church of the Valley, Bakersfield

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Submitted by Chaplain At Lerdo Detention Facility on Monday, Oct 02, 2017

Mike Franey

“Debbie has a great personality which enables her to interact with people from all walks of life, and she has a natural ability to carefully navigate her way through life’s various situations with wisdom and grace. She is passionate about everything she does and people can sense her sincerity and concern for those in need. She is very charismatic and people love to be around her because she is so upbeat and elevates the name of Jesus wherever she goes.”

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Debbie Ormonde Speaking Topics


Embracing the Struggle

How do you get out of bed when you feel like life is beating you down? Do you ever wonder why we arecontinually going through struggles and life is such a challenge?Debbie has spent...


Facing Fear and Finding Freedom to be an Overcomer

Faith is the only thing that will overcome fear.  Courage is still going forward when you are afraid.  Are you living with crippling fear, are you even embarrassed of all...


The Perfect Storm

Is the storm raging in your life? Have you felt like you're drowning? Do you seem like you just get your head above water and your hit with another wave? Storms came in the life...


Don't Settle For Less Than Your Best

A lot of times we settle for less than the best that God has for us because we get tired, weary, and frustrated.  Don’t settle for less than God’s best for your life....


The Kiss of Death

Matthew 26:14-16; 20-25; 47-50There are many famous people in the Bible.  There is Moses who has parted the Red Sea. Daniel slept in the lion’s den. King David at a young...


One Small Step to Destruction

Judges 16:1Most of us don’t plan on messing up our lives. How do we do it?  Who would be so stupid to risk so much for so little?  By studying the life of Samson, the...


God’s Expectations

Acts 2:36-47Expectations. They define how we look at other people. They define how we see ourselves. Learn what God expects of His children. When we truly understand what God’s...


Lead Like Jesus

SeminarThis is an 8 session seminar; however, Debbie is willing to work with you to make the material fit your program needs.Based on the book Lead Like Jesus by Ken Blanchard,...


ALL IN: Freedom in Jesus

Weekend RetreatJohn 8:31-32Debbie has spent years ministering within prison walls all over the world. Her time within those walls has taught her one thing: freedom has nothing to do...


Which Way Are You Running?

Weekend RetreatJonah 1-4Jonah was called by God and ran. His disobedience led him straight to the belly of a fish. As we look at the story of Jonah, you will learn that the fish in...


Hitting the Mark

Acting in obedience to the Lord’s leading is often a difficult path for Christians. Debbie speaks about an episode of extreme obedience, and how it took a path other than what...


Life’s Greatest Spiritual Secret

Have you ever struggled and fretted because your life wasn't going the way you wanted? Do you feel that way right now? You have legitimate needs and desires. You know what would...


Falling in Love with Jesus

Love is defined in today’s society many different ways. Love can also be the cause of the scars that mark your heart. Sometimes you have to look backward to move forward.  When...


Facing your Giants

What Giants are you facing?  We all face giants in our life! How can you become like David, a giant slayer?  Max Lucado said,” Focus on giants-you stumble.  Focus...


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Freeing The Prisoner From Within

After a troubling past along with devastation. death. terminal illness. and murder within her own family Debbie discovered that Jesus wasn't just someone you learn about in Sunday School or even read about in the Bible. He is a friend. companion and confidant. Freeing the Prisoner from Within is a story of the relentless pursuing love of God for a raging wild child. This story is about God and how He uses our pain, struggles, and successes to draw us to Him. ...

Posted by Debbie Ormonde on 04/16/2019