About the Author Joy DeKok
My fantastic web designer reminded me during a recent update we needed an “about Joy” page. She’s right. She’s also a very talented designer.
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I read your book “Voices of the Heart” and it was so moving. I feel very grateful to have had the opportunity to read about your life and how your faith has carried you through it. I struggle with my faith and you offer so many ... I read your book “Voices of the Heart” and it was so moving. I feel very grateful to have had the opportunity to read about your life and how your faith has carried you through it. I struggle with my faith and you offer so many examples of how when we question our faith, it becomes stronger, not weaker - Judi M
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Voices of the Heart is a powerful, compelling, and inspiring story. Laugh and cry with Linda as she takes you through her incredible journey as she finds her way in life and seeks answers to her three profound questions.
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Linda was born on October 29, 1948 in Dover, New Hampshire. She received her master’s degree in creation spirituality from Holy Names College in Oakland, California, and furthered her studies in clinical pastoral education at the ... Linda was born on October 29, 1948 in Dover, New Hampshire. She received her master’s degree in creation spirituality from Holy Names College in Oakland, California, and furthered her studies in clinical pastoral education at the Interfaith Healthcare Ministries in Providence, Rhode Island.
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Don't wait to live your life, live it now… is a motto that Linda Pestana shares in her book, “Voices of the Heart”. Linda’s life experience has paved a path for her own healing and growth, leading to a story with universal appeal.... Don't wait to live your life, live it now… is a motto that Linda Pestana shares in her book, “Voices of the Heart”. Linda’s life experience has paved a path for her own healing and growth, leading to a story with universal appeal.
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What’s Under Your Hood? A couple of weeks ago, our dog indicated she wanted Jon to take a look under the hood of his car. Sophie pranced and jumped until he clicked on the button of his key bob. Jon’s Impala had been sitting in th... What’s Under Your Hood? A couple of weeks ago, our dog indicated she wanted Jon to take a look under the hood of his car. Sophie pranced and jumped until he clicked on the button of his key bob. Jon’s Impala had been sitting in the driveway for a few days instead of its normal space in the garage. Still Jon thought he was being silly giving in to the whim of a very cute dog.
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Christian author, Joy DeKok takes the reader into the hearts of these two women as they journey closer to the heart of the One who offers hope and healing. What happens when a Christian woman facing a childless future and a woman ... Christian author, Joy DeKok takes the reader into the hearts of these two women as they journey closer to the heart of the One who offers hope and healing. What happens when a Christian woman facing a childless future and a woman seeking an abortion are waiting to see the same doctor? What if, in spite of their drastic differences, they find themselves drawn together by their surprising similarities? What if, they somehow find the courage to become friends?
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Did you know that every year in this country, 200 mothers kill their living child/children? While I dealt with this topic briefly in my novel Rain Dance I was again recently asked how I felt these mothers should be treated. In the... Did you know that every year in this country, 200 mothers kill their living child/children? While I dealt with this topic briefly in my novel Rain Dance I was again recently asked how I felt these mothers should be treated. In the next few days, I’ll take you with me on this journey into my heart.
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