THE BEGINNING OF THE MOVEMENT
IDENTITY. Without it, we become aimless wanderers in a world that tries to force an identity upon us. This conversation started between friends who wanted to see freedom come to life within God's children.
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It all started with a conversation.
Sarah and Kissy, founders of Worthy Movement, desired to see people break free from the stigma of struggling with sin. Having both worked in church ministry, they wanted to broach topics that aren't always discussed in a normal church setting.
If we don't understand God's love and grace for us, then how can we truly walk in the freedom that comes from His love and grace?
How can we walk worthy if we don't truly understand that it is in Christ alone that makes us worthy?
The conversation then led to prayer, and after much seeking and envisioning what this movement could be, Worthy Movement was born.
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Great steps of faith were taken when Worthy had it's first conference in 2018. With no idea what the future of the ministry would look like, Sarah and Kissy were blown away by many embracing the vision of the movement.
After hosting four different conferences over the first 2 years, Worthy Movement became a Non-Profit.
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The Movement has only just begun.
THE TEAM
KissyBlack
CO-FOUNDER
I grew up in the church and served in many different ministries starting at a very young age.
My parents modeled to me and my three sisters how to serve and live a life through prayer and dependence on the Lord. I gave my life to Christ in middle school and have been learning more about God’s love and truth every day.
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Having served the body of Christ in various leadership roles of ministry, I found my calling in leading worship at different churches across the Bay Area.
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I have a deep desire to see the unity of the Bride of Christ as well as seeing all people set free from the lies the world tells them.
Through that desire, the Lord birthed Worthy Movement from a conversation with Sarah and we have been able to see God move in mighty ways ever since.​
Currently, I work as a self-employed photographer, graphic designer and artist.
My happy place is spending time with my family, creating beautiful things, sitting by the ocean listening to the waves, and having deep conversations.
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Favorite verses:
Psalm 18 and 27
Sarah Moon
CO-FOUNDER
I was born and raised in the Bay Area and have many memories with my family. I had a great upbringing and grew up with the knowledge of God, but as a family we didn’t actively attend church till I was in JH. I always believed if I was a good person that would be enough.
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However in the summer of 2008 my life would be forever changed at a youth summer camp. At the age of 16 I gave my life to Christ. It was because of His deep love for me I realized how I needed a Savior. I would soon be involved in youth ministry, seasons of full time ministry, and currently actively serving in my local church in San Jose, CA.
My hope is for generations, young and old, to know their true identity and worth in Christ. I love God’s Word and wherever the Lord calls me to is to always share the love of and truth of what God has done in my life. I want to continue to spread the Gospel and see lives changed because of what Jesus has done for us.
I love serving in the church and in our community. I have my BA in Biblical Studies, and I am currently working as an educational assistant. I have been married to my husband, Quincy, since 2021 and is the love of my life (aside from Jesus, of course.)
I find joy in the simple things. I have a small art business, visiting local coffee shops, drawing flowers, and spending time with my family & friends.
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Life verses: Psalm 139, Isaiah 40:31, Isaiah 43:18-19, Galatians 5:1
Anna-lisa Tuupo
BOD MEMBER
I was born and raised in the Bay Area and grew up in a home that believed in God, though I didn’t develop a personal relationship with Him until my early twenties. After several years of living for myself, I encountered Jesus in a life-changing way and fully committed my life to the Lord.
That decision led me into ministry, where I discovered a deep passion for serving the Church. I eventually stepped into a role as a church administrator, a position I continue to serve in today. I truly love every part of ministry—especially the challenging and meaningful work of walking alongside people. I value hearing others’ stories, celebrating how God has moved in their lives, and using my own experiences, including the difficult seasons God has carried me through, to encourage and minister to others.
Outside of ministry, I cherish time with my family and the many “surrogate kiddos” God has blessed me with. My husband Matt and I have been married since 2020 and he’s the best thing besides Jesus in my life. I enjoy reading, playing board games, traveling, and spending time in nature, where I’m continually in awe of God’s magnificent beauty.
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Anchor Verses: John 3:16, Colossians 2:6-7