The words of our writers are truly the heartbeat of this ministry!
Every three months, Daughter of Delight takes on a team of women to write a devotional one day a week, every week. We are honored to share the stories of these women as God uses them to bless and breathe life into the heart of this ministry. Meet our March 2025-June 2025 writing team below!
Heather Bergsma
Mondays
Heather Bergsma is loved of the Lord, redeemed by His mercy and sustained by His grace. She lives in Ontario, Canada with her husband and two kids, having recently given birth to her son last month. She enjoys floral design, thrifting, singing and family time.
She credits her current blessings with a heritage of prayerful women and enjoys recognizing the ways the Holy Spirit is working in lives and the connections He facilitates. Motherhood has led to a season of tremendous growth in her faith and walk with Christ and she is overjoyed to be able to share the outpouring of His grace with others through Daughter of Delight.
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Ashleigh Kusuma
Ashleigh Kusuma
Ashleigh traded the cornfields of Illinois for the coastal mountains of Bangor, Wales, after getting married last summer. This big life change led her and her husband to join their local church where they’ve found a faithful community. Ashleigh started her Master’s degree in English and Creative Writing in the fall, exploring human emotions and faith through her writing.
When she’s not writing essays or updating her blog, @forhispeople_ , she’s pouring coffee at her local cafe, chatting with the locals. She loves to bake, crochet, and go on long walks—especially when the sun is shining and daffodils are in bloom. Although she’s still adjusting to Welsh weather, she’s learned to appreciate rainy days with a cup of tea in one hand, and a good book in the other. Through her writing and other hobbies, she hopes to bring warmth and encouragement to those around her.
Fun facts:
I recently moved from IL to Bangor, Wales!
I am doing an MA Creative Writing course here at Bangor University.
My current interests are baking sweet treats and exploring the Welsh landscape.
Elizbaeth Jordan Arias
Wednesdays
Elizabeth Jordan Arias is a prodigal daughter who has come back home and is determined to bring as many people to the Feast as she can. She lives in the mountains of North Georgia with her husband of 11 years, Benjamin, and their fluffy and very vocal cat, Guppie.
Elizabeth is passionate about studying scripture, particularly around the themes of hospitality, redemption, and eschatology, and has been in ministry for the past 5 years.
At any given time, she can be found buried in a fantasy book, embroidering or crafting something whimsical, or re-watching The Office for the millionth time.
Fun facts:
I was born with a congenital heart defect called Tetrology of Fallot and have had 2 open heart surgeries and just recently had a 3rd less invasive surgery. (I’m feeling great praise God!)
I, contrary to the popular adage, have forgotten how to ride a bike and the last time I tried to, I ran into a bunch of garbage cans in an alley.
My husband and I launched and pastored a Dinner Church in Chicago and are hoping to do the same in rural Georgia.
Maddie Miller
Thursdays
Maddie Miller is a lover of all things creative. Both art-making and writing stir her soul and ignite her heart, to the point where her naturally-serious self is grinning like a little kid. Inspired by the Creator of all, she aims to share Christ's light and love through her books, blog, and artwork.
Aside from being a Daughter of Delight writer, she spends her time painting, doodling, and adding to her list of self-published titles (two books are currently in progress!). To learn more about Maddie's various creative endeavors, you can visit www.handiworksbymaddie.com or connect with her on Instagram here.
Fun facts:
I was the first Daughter of Delight intern.
I have self-published two books! Check them out here.
I LOVE to paint/draw.
Evelyn Faith Ogungbemi
Fridays
Evelyn Faith loves to bask in the truth that God delights in and rejoices over her with singing! She is a multi-hyphenate— a student doctor who has spent most of her adult life writing across several outlets in tech.
Evelyn is a little too obsessed with starting new (old) books, as you will mostly catch her soaking up C.S. Lewis and the likes, with plugged-in AirPods playing ambient worship music. She also loves to discover indie Christian artists and can go a whole day listening to gospel-centred podcasts.
She believes Jesus’ glorious reign over us is the answer to all of life’s problems, and we must do ministry until the earth is filled with the knowledge of the glory of God as the waters cover the seas.
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Alexandra Hanson
Saturdays
Alexandra (Alex) Hanson is loved by a King. She lives in good ‘ole Iowa with her husband of almost 2 years, Blake, and their two fur-babies, Violet and Ringo. She grew up reading books of fairytales and love overcoming all. While she hasn’t found herself living in a castle, she has discovered that Love did conquer all. Alex works in vocational ministry at Sunnybrook Community Church in Sioux City, Iowa. She does many things there, but her favorite part is leading people in worship through singing and writing.
Alex is a homebody at heart. She spends her free time mostly at home, reading books and watching movies with her husband. But, she also loves the outdoors. When it isn’t freezing or scorching hot in Iowa, you can find her exploring God’s Creation. On the side, she loves cooking and is in a local cover band. She believes that it’s important to break the stigma that following Jesus is a boring, mundane existence. Instead, she has found that a life being loved by and loving a King is one of adventure and joy. It’s the ultimate fairytale, because as we know, fairytales always have a happy ending.
Fun facts:
I am a foodie and love all things savory.
My favorite place is the Northern Woods in Minnesota, specially along Lake Superior.
My favorite worship song currently: You Gave by Meredith Mauldin, UPPERROOM, and Abbie Gamboa
Sharon Milius
Sundays
Sharon Milius and her husband, Chad, reside in Durant, Oklahoma. As a devoted homemaker, she cherishes her quiet time with the Lord, spending hours each morning in His Word—a sacred time she fiercely protects. Sharon has a deep desire to write in a way that glorifies the Lord, whether through a book, a Bible study, or both, and she sees this opportunity as a step in that direction.
Beyond writing, Sharon enjoys gardening, walking, helping her husband on the ranch, and spending time with her two beloved Border Collies. She also finds great joy in traveling to visit their adult children, fellowshipping with friends to grow in Christ together, and, of course, savoring a good cup of coffee. A simple pleasure she delights in is hanging laundry on the clothesline on a bright, sunny day.
Sharon is incredibly grateful for the opportunity to serve alongside Daughter of Delight in bringing glory to God and is excited for the journey ahead.