Why the Heart Hall of Fame Gala Is the Event of the Year
There are events you attend, and then there are events that change you. The Heart Hall of Fame Gala is the latter.
For over 13 years, Hear My Heart Women's Ministry has been a beacon of faith, resilience, and community in Columbus, Ohio. Each year, the Heart Hall of Fame Gala brings together hundreds of women — and the people who love them — to celebrate the extraordinary lives being lived in our midst.
A Night Built on Legacy
The Gala isn't just a dinner. It's a declaration. It says: we see you. We honor you. Your story matters.
Since the ministry's founding, Pastor Terri L. Bea-Sopher has believed that every woman carries a God-given purpose — and that purpose deserves to be celebrated publicly, loudly, and with joy. The Heart Hall of Fame was born from that belief.
Each year, honorees are selected not for fame or fortune, but for the quiet, faithful work they do in their families, their churches, and their communities. They are the women who show up. The ones who pray when no one is watching. The ones who give when they have little. The ones who lead when it's hard.
What to Expect on October 24th
This year's Gala takes place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Legacy Pointe Church, 6280 Kugler Mill Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45236. Doors open at 5:00 PM EST.
You can expect:
- A powerful awards ceremony honoring the 2026 class of Heart Hall of Fame inductees
- Worship and celebration that will move your spirit
- An evening of connection with women who are walking in faith and purpose
- Elegant atmosphere — come dressed in your finest and ready to be inspired
Whether you've been part of the Hear My Heart community for years or you're attending for the first time, this night will leave a mark on your heart.
The 2026 Honorees
This year's class includes six remarkable individuals whose stories of faith, service, and perseverance will inspire everyone in the room. We'll be celebrating Julie Raleigh, Michelle Henderson, Sean Weathers, Bonita Carlisle, Michele Davenport, and Bishop Linda Smith — each one a living testament to what God can do through a willing heart.
Tickets Are Available Now
Seats at the Heart Hall of Fame Gala are limited, and they go fast. Whether you're coming solo, bringing your small group, or looking to sponsor the event as a business, there's a place for you at this table.
Don't let this be the night you watched from the sidelines. Come be part of history.