Shirley Washenko is a survivor of sexual abuse who now shares a powerful message of hope and healing for those who have endured similar trauma. Through her own journey, she has discovered that true healing is possible through the Atonement of Jesus Christ. On this week's episode, Shirley testifies that the peace and restoration she has found are worth every effort and that utilizing the Atonement of Jesus Christ has the power to bless generations.
3:04- Personal Testimony
7:16- Healing Doctrines
12:24- What Is and Is Not Forgiveness
20:04- Healing Affects Generations
22:52- Digging Up the Past?
30:15- Agency and Physical Bodies
37:51- Alma the Younger
43:17- Approaching Stats Without Fear
47:13- Infuriating Unfairness
52:04- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?
"You are worth it. You are worth healing and becoming your most divine, true, whole, complete self. You're worth speaking your story. Your voice really does matter. Your story really matters and your healing really matters."
Links:
"Healing After Sexual Abuse"- https://www.deseretbook.com/product/P6078641.html?utm_source=ldsliving&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=13099-00001401&utm_id=13099
"Infuriating Unfairness" talk by Elder Renlund: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/25renlund?lang=eng
