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    My Saturday Morning Posts
    My Saturday Morning Posts
    My Saturday Morning Posts
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    My Saturday Morning Posts

    By Penny Armstrong Sparks

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    When Scott died, Penny Sparks didn’t just lose her husband, she lost her soul-mate and partner in ministry. Scott had been a student pastor, college pastor, lead pastor, church planter and high school teacher - but his claim to fame was the way he loved people. He was an amazing husband, father and best friend to anyone who knew him. The response to her loss was both beautiful and overwhelming. She took to social media to answer the question, “How are you doing?” and this evolved into an every Saturday morning post. Penny has shared her raw but beautiful walk through grief, faith, and life one week at a time. The result has been a healing heart and an inspiration to those who follow her.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherWestBow Press
    Release dateSep 11, 2019
    ISBN9781973670896
    My Saturday Morning Posts
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    Penny Armstrong Sparks

    Penny Sparks was launched into the world of writing after the loss of her husband. From privately journaling about her grief, to publicly sharing daily inspirations, she has found a sweet spot in taking everyday moments and turning them into extraordinary lessons. Penny is the author of My Saturday Morning Posts, and resides in Tennessee with her three boys and one sassy pup.

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