My Secret Behind the Altar

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The author was born in Illinois during the early sixties, she was the second oldest of the four children. Throughout her childhood she suffered abuse both mentally and physically, but never gave up or stopped fighting to maintain both her dignity and her sanity. When she grew into adulthood, she encouraged herself, through her profession of faith in god, to overcome the demonic challenges which plagued her mentally as a child. As a young woman, she began writing and publishing children's books. Anne founded and coordinated many community outreach programs and also became a successful children's advocate. Her determination and efforts led to being ordained as a "pastor" and motivational speaker for "Social Predators Awareness Workshop" or (SPAW), as it is commonly known. Through her many rewards and accolades, Anne continues to host both radio and television shows such as Teen Talk and The Strength to Change. After obtaining her associates degree in business, she is currently residing in Texas and overseas. Her ministry Spirit of Truth Ministries is in Bedford, TX. Anne continues relentlessly to educate families on Sexual Predator Awareness. Her belief is that this book will help expose the public to the ongoing dangers our children are facing today. Finally, she wants believers and nonbelievers to know that there is victory through God over one's past.

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This book is about a young lady sitting in an ordination service for her father to become a bishop. As the compliments are being given to him, her mind thinks about the sexual and physical abuse she suffered at his hands. This little girl keeps her secret for her safety for her pastor and an elder of the church by using scriptures to allow the sexual, physical and mental abuse to continue until she runs away. Her unsuccessful life leads to suicidal attempts, mental anguish, depression, then a nervous breakdown. She tries to make up for this great wrong by becoming a pastor and a spiritual counselor. By doing this it keeps her in close contact with her attackers. The fear, anxiety attacks and nightmares cause behavior disorders while she tries to raise her own children.