Women of Substance with Dr. Scarlett Horton
Women of Substance with Dr. Scarlett Horton
Episode 111 - Dr. Scarlett Horton interviews Maria Valarezo
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Maria Valarezo is a devoted wife, mother of three sons, and grandmother of two, whose life has been marked by faith, resilience, and a heart for service. Born in Guayaquil, Ecuador and raised in New York City, she later settled in Miami before moving to Spring Hill, Florida, where she continues to grow in her calling. For 27 years, Maria served as an educator—a vocation she deeply loved—until illness led her into a new season of rest and rediscovery.
Her walk with Christ has been the anchor of her life, especially through her illness, career transition, and her husband’s diagnosis of Frontal Temporal Dementia. Maria came to faith at 16, influenced by her mother’s dramatic transformation in Christ and the encouragement of her younger sister. Through every season, she testifies to God’s sustaining peace and strength, reflected in her life verse: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” (Philippians 4:13).
Early in her faith journey, Maria served in Children’s Ministry and later taught in a Christian school before moving into the public school system. Today, she continues her passion for empowering others through her work with LegalShield, where she educates families on the importance of legal protection. She also supports ministries such as Warrior 321, an anti–human trafficking organization. Maria is an active member of Northcliffe Church in Spring Hill, Florida. She currently leads the Women’s Bible Study, where she pours into women with compassion, wisdom, and a deep love for God’s Word. Guided by gratitude and purpose, she is committed to serving, teaching, and being a light wherever God leads her.
In this episode, Scarlett talks to Maria about how God guided her through major life transitions, restored her peace, and opened new doors for serving others that satisfied her soul. Maria is a woman whose story of faith, courage, and quiet obedience will stir your heart. Her testimonies will strengthen your faith and remind you to simply say “yes” when God calls.
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https://valarezo1.legalshieldassociate.com/
https://ScarlettHorton.com
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