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Women Empowering Women raises funds for Interfaith Community Clinic, providing medical and counseling services for all
Today the Women Empowering Women Luncheon benefiting Interfaith Community Clinic presented by Waste Connections and the Huntsman Family Foundation was held at The Peach Orchard.
The event featured a Spring Philanthropy Market with local boutiques and businesses followed by a delicious luncheon prepared by Truluck’s The Woodlands, a celebration of three honorees and a healthcare panel of local experts tackling trending topics. Attendees’ support will go to help provide medical and counseling services to all.
View moments from WEW on the Hello Woodlands Instagram page:
The Women Empowering Women luncheon program began with welcoming remarks from Missy Herndon, Interfaith Community Clinic President & CEO, Dr. Rachel Marek, Interfaith Community Clinic Board Chair, and Dr. Adrienne Blessing, Event Chair. The Invocation was delivered by Mark Crowe, Interfaith Community Clinic LPC.
The menu was provided and prepared by Truluck’s The Woodlands and featured “light beginnings” Tomato Basil Burrata Skewers with Basil Oil and Balsamic Glaze and Blue Crab Guacamole Cups with Fresh Lime and Plantain Chips and the “main affair” Grilled Chicken Spring Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette, Strawberries, Blueberries, Shaved Shallots, Goat Cheese and Candied Pecans. Immediately following the event, “something sweet” Chef-crafted Italian Gelato by Gelato Constantino in the Courtyard.
Interfaith Community Clinic, represented by Interfaith Community Clinic, presented the 2026 Awards to:
- 2026 Woman Who Cares: Dr. Emily Liska, DDS
- 2026 Volunteer Who Cares: Ed Kleist
- 2026 Partner Who Cares: Junior League of The Woodlands, Inc.
The 2026 Women’s Health & Wellness Panelists shared their expertise, insight, and passion in empowering women:
- Dr. Adrienne Blessing, MD – Concierge Health Partners
- Dr. Anita Gill, MD, FAAD – The Gill Center for Plastic Surgery and Dermatology
- Dr. Loren Rourke, MD, MHCM, FACS – Woodlands Breast Care
- Dr. Cassandra K. Schakett, MD – Houston Methodist Obstetrics and Gynecology Associates
- Lauren Gleisberg Lococo – Nutritionist and Personal Trainer
This year, Interfaith Community Clinic is celebrating 30 years of providing healthcare services to our uninsured neighbors residing right here in Montgomery County. What started as a dream of a local physician, Dr.
Joel Kerschenbaum, who believed every individual deserves access to medical care has turned into a place of hope and healing for thousands of neighbors each year.
In 2025, over 6,000 neighbors received medical treatment or counseling from Clinics in Oak Ridge North or Cut and Shoot. This year, Interfaith Community Clinic expanded their efforts to serving the unhoused population through a new satellite clinic in Miracle City in Conroe and served 125 children at our recent Healthy Kids Festival held at Sam Houston Elementary School.
Every visit represents a life impacted by Interfaith Community Clinic’s amazing team of staff and volunteers.
Learn more about Interfaith Community Clinic at interfaithcommunityclinic.org.
