The Silent Cry of a P.K./L.K. (Preacher's & Leader's Kid): Was It I Who Made You Cry?

By Gladys Henderson-Williams

Every day, all over the world from the United States to Afghanistan to Zimbabwe, we experience an interesting phenomenon. People of all cultures, races, ages and stages of life have children. Children with an array of eye color. Children with varied hair color. Children who are short in stature, and those who are toall. Children who are scale tippers; and those who barely register any weight at all. All a wonderful mystery until they travel from the womb into the world, and then onto stages of life.

But what if people could choose the family which they are birthed into. Like we choose who to marry, where to live or work, and even when to accept Chirst. Most choices we make have exit strategies in the event it doesnt work as planned. Why not a family?

• Language: English
• Publisher: AuthorHouse
• Release date: Jul 10, 2007
• ISBN: 9781467820295

Gladys Henderson-Williams

A native of Alexandria, Louisiana, Gladys Henderson-Williams is the third child born to Rev. Paul and Iola Colwell. God has provided her with the skills to carry out the plan for which she was created, and she stands willing and able to do as He commanded. Committed to, dedicated to, and commissioned for the work of the Lord is her motto. As she peels back the onion to awake readers to appreciate their past, their present and their future, she challenges us to desire a greater appreciation for life and others. In this ‘Lunch-time’ read, Gladys shares nuggets that can be life-impacting and life-changing. Gladys serves the Lord in the capacity of the Pastoral Care Pastor at Cornerstone Worship Center International, Hampton, VA. Gladys strives for excellence in doing the will of the Lord. To her credit, she’s the Owner and CEO of Manifest Destiny LLC – from M.D. LLC she’s pioneered The Business of Books where she host seminars for writing and publishing books. She’s the author of ‘When You’re Tired of Looking Up’ ‘The Silent Cry of a PK/LK (Preacher’s and Leader’s Kid)’ and ‘I Didn’t Get to Say Goodbye, before the Lord took you with Him.’ Gladys has also written two stage plays ‘Was It I Who Made You Cry?’ and ‘Preparing Esther’ Gladys currently resides in Hampton, VA with her husband, Andrew Williams Sr.

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The Silent Cry of A P.K./L.K.

(Preacher’s & Leader’s Kid)

Was it I Who Made You Cry?

by

Gladys Henderson-Williams

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© 2007 Gladys Henderson-Williams. All rights reserved.

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First published by AuthorHouse 7/5/2007

ISBN: 978-1-4343-1935-7 (sc)

ISBN: 978-1-4678-2029-5 (e)

Printed in the United States of America

Bloomington, Indiana

This book is printed on acid-free paper.

Contents

Dedication

Acknowledgements

Tribute to my Sister-in-Law

Preface

PART ONE

Introduction

Chapter One

Chapter Two

Chapter Three

Chapter Four

Chapter Five

Chapter Six

Chapter Seven

Chapter Eight

Chapter Nine

Chapter Ten

Chapter Eleven

The Response

PART TWO

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Chapter 4

Chapter 5

Chapter Six

Chapter Seven

Evaluation

About the Author

Dedication

I would like to dedicate this book to my supportive husband, Senior Associate Pastor Andrew J. Williams, Sr. You took me on a well-needed vacation in November 2006 that allowed me time to refocus on the ministry plan that God has for my life. I can’t thank you enough. I love you more and more each day.

To my parents, Paul and Iola Colwell, thanks for the example you’ve always been to your children. Daddy, as you watch over us from Heaven I know that you’re pleased that the mantle you transferred to your daughter still lives. Momma, I love you so much – a woman of strength and God’s word.

To Ruth (1941-1991) and Dorothy (1952-1997), my sisters, I miss you so much. When I’m very lonely, I always remember your smiles and it keeps me going.

To Ann (my baby sister), Ronnie, Oneka and JeriAnn, stay faithful.

Shaun and Rodney Caldwell – Stay strong. Much love to you both.

Acknowledgements

First of all, I would like to thank God, who gave me the strength to give birth to this spiritual assignment. There are a number of wonderful people who contributed in countless ways to my experience in writing this book, and to them far and near – Thank you.

My gratitude to my husband, Andrew J. Williams, Sr. who generously shared me with this manuscript. I will always appreciate your love and support. To my children, Neco and Sheila, Chocolate and Carlos Sr., Keith, Robbie and Yolonda, Andrew Jr. and Aja. To my grandchildren, Nich, Lysa, Carlos Jr., Aja, Ashanti, and Adrienne. The Louisiana connection – Tina, Rekinna and my grand-8.

I also want to acknowledge the compassion and encouragement that I received from my spiritual children, Pastor Fred and Vernell Baker, Keith Hayes, Quinetta Beard, James and Joy Eichelberger and Ashaunda Davis, mentee. To Taylor and Gabriel – grandma loves you.

I am indebted to my Senior Pastors, Gerard and Kimberly Ruff for their practical teaching, love and support – true visionaries. Pastor Gerard – I know you’re a very busy man, and I thank you for writing the Preface. Pastor Kim, thanks for being my Pastoral covering for Women’s Ministry at all times, and in all things.

To all the PKs and LKs that have taken the time to write about their lives so the world will know how valuable they truly are.

Minister Jada Jackson, Elder Gail Banks-Taylor, and Elder Sandra Mason, my editors, my friends, my prayer partners, and my sisters; without your dedication, your consecration, keen eyes, and most of all your intercession over me, and this project, I could not have gotten this done.

The Law of Association states that you become like those with whom you spend time. My mentors…

Dr. Ruby Lee Pedescleaux, Sr. Pastor, Showers of Blessings Ministries, Shreveport, LA.

Dr. Rita Twiggs, Associate Pastor, and Dean of the Potter’s House School of Ministry, Dallas Texas.

Elder Sandra Jackson, Attorney at Law, my friend and sister, Grand Prairie, Texas.

Marsha Wade-Nichols, Minister of Music, MoM, Redeeming Love Christian Fellowship, Denver, Colorado

To Cornerstone Women’s Ministry – you’re the greatest.

My Church Family Encouragers

The Late Pastor Lena Mae Alston, Pastor Terrie Council, Pastor Dr. Barbara Anderson, Pastor Barry and Mae Davis, Pastor Courtney Beard, Pastor Vernon Mason, The Elders, and especially My Executive Elder George Washington, The Deacons, The Ushers (for making me sit on the front row), The Greeters, Lana Thomas, My Cuz-n, Glenda and Robert Foreman, Angie Thomas (traveling armorbearer), Chris and Robin Hicks, Janie Cooper, Minister John and Debbie Wilson +5, Tony and Angie Tisdale, Jamelle Mason (road partner), Robert and Lisa Caldwell, Missy Wilson, Sydney and my November baby – Brianna.

Special Friends

Colonel Janet Young, Norman Koenhaus, Clarence, April, Mychal and Alexis Williams, Pat Carey, Ed and Cynthia Lawson, Brigadier General Larry and Ora Spencer, Kathy and Mark Fileger, Barbara (Babs) Boone, Elaine Brown, Cynthia Coy, Darlene Dawkins, Yvette Collins (look on the ‘z’ drive), Marilynn True, Mark Black, Lynette Scott, Ivan Rivers, Doug Eagleton, H.B. Callands, Rob Tyls, Helean and Huntly Williams, LTI Ephesians Group, and Colonel Mike Phelps

Tribute to my Sister-in-Law

Mrs. Violet M. ‘Bae-Bae’ Williams Thomas

(1945