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"Susan DeFace Washington is the real deal. She is one of the most powerful, heartwarming, spirit filled speakers we have been blessed to hear. Women of all ages were  blessed by her testimony and her message of hope, forgiveness and God's redeeming love for all people no matter the circumstances in your past or present situation.  We have had many speakers for our Women's Events at First Baptist Church Carrollton and  I can honestly say Susan ranks as one of the most outstanding speakers we have had." 

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"I have practiced criminal law for over twenty years, as both a prosecutor and defense attorney, and I have witnessed up-close the devastating consequences of drug addiction. Prison has a way of getting your attention, and yet, I have seen many disingenuous and counterfeit “jailhouse conversions” in desperate attempts to game the system and receive leniency. I can assure you, there is nothing fake or phony about Susan and her relationship with, and devotion to, Jesus Christ.   

Through faith and perseverance, she has found transforming freedom and undeniable peace and purpose. Susan is the real deal and she possesses a compelling life story and inspiring testimony of God’s unconditional love, saving grace and redemptive power."

- Joe Shearin, Criminal Defense Attorney

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We recently had Susan DeFace Washington come and speak at our monthly ladies group at our church. After speaking with Susan to learn more about her story, I couldn’t wait to have her present to our ladies.

When the day finally came, Susan brought her support team, Power Point, and an infectious spirit. Susan was very open and willing to share her story. Her transparency gave us a glimpse into her world that began with pain, lies, and sadness but ends in the victory and joy that can only come from having a relationship with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Her story communicated so many things in such a short time. Her story communicates the power of hope, forgiveness, and how nothing we can do will separate us from the love of Jesus. 


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"I have had the opportunity to hear Susan DeFace Washington speak on more than one occasion. After hearing her story, all I could think was that it was one of the most courageous testimonies I have ever heard. She is living proof of God’s power and grace."

- Randy Smith of First Baptist Church of Allen

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Saturday
Jan282012

Revisiting Skyline

AuthorSusan Washington

Next Tuesday I am going to continue my journey revisiting places from my past. I am so very excited !!! At  11 I am going to meet Sandy Wilson, president of the Skyline Alumni Association,  and we are going to go have lunch at Pizza Getti then go to SKYLINE!!  The Skyline newspaper is going to interview me and take photos. I don’t think I have walked the halls of Skyline since May of 1979. So many memories are flooding my mind. Most of the places I have revisited recently are places where I lived in defeat and bondage:  NTTC, Van Pelt, My Rockwall Probation Officers office, etc.

But Skyline was my saving grace at the time since I didn’t recognize Jesus, I think he gave me Skyline. At Skyline I felt popular, accepted, and loved. I know it seems silly but cheerleading was so important to me, it just made me feel that I was maybe okay. At home there was so much neglect and I felt as if I didn’t matter to anyone. My  self -worth was declining as my mother’s alcoholism deteriorated so because I was head cheerleader it made me think that maybe there was some worth. As I said I know it seems silly but that kept me on the right track for a long time, the recognition and acceptance I received at Skyline. I am thankful God blessed me with that.

 So I am super excited to return this place which was an integral part of my history. I am literally doing cheers right now and thinking back…….. .  I can picture myself running down the aisle of the auditorium doing aerials as the band played the fight song  “ Hit the team across the field ……………” then getting up on stage for the pep rally which we always ended with” V-I-C-T-O-R-Y  , victory , victory is our cry”.   That victory cheer has so much more meaning than I ever thought it would because I am living in the VICTORY that Jesus Christ has provided which is available to everyone. I want to share that hope and victory with everyone I can.  I will take you on this journey with me, stayed tuned. I appreciate all you so much:)

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Love it! Sounds like a fun, fun time.

January 28, 2012 | Unregistered CommenterKurt Boxdorfer

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