Monday, July 8, 2013

"Dear Kitchen Saints"


In 2000, Nancy Campbell of "Above Rubies Magazine" published an anonymous marriage testimony.  The writer included an email address.

   I contacted this anonymous writer, wanting to thank her for her courage and bravery in sharing her story with so many wives. I knew it would be an incredible encouragement to them.

   She emailed me back, saying she knew who I was! I was stunned.  It turned out that we had both been writing for the same homemaking magazines!  I had loved her articles in those publications and was amazed to read her testimony. 

Her name is Connie Hultquist.  For 13 years, she has been writing almost daily to a group of homemakers, encouraging them, building up their faith, and helping to strengthen Christian homes all over the world.

Recently, Nancy Campbell reprinted Connie's marriage testimony, in the February 2013 edition of "Above Rubies."  This time, she included her name.  There was also an update.   Connie, married almost 40 years, was now widowed.    Her testimony went out to 100 countries and many have written seeking her advice and encouragement. 

In light of this response, Connie and I worked together to come out with a book.  It was just released today!  It is called, "Dear Kitchen Saints:  Letters from an Iowa Housewife."    This book is much needed in today's Christian homes. 

Wives of this generation have it harder than ever.  They desperately need old time wisdom and encouragement.



Would you like a chance to win your own copy of Connie's book?

(Update - the giveaway is closed. Thank you for participating!) 






I would also love your help in getting the word out.  Will you tell others about about the new book?  I would appreciate it so much! 




Blessings
Mrs. White


P.S.  Connie's new blog is called, "A Revival for Homemakers."  Be sure to visit when you get a chance!







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15 comments:

  1. Always LearningJuly 8, 2013 at 6:53 PM

    Oh my! I read Connie's letters years ago while she was writing them and even wrote a post about her recently. I was reading her letters when her husband died. It was so sad...I had no idea she had a blog. I definitely will buy the book since I always love learning other's wisdom!

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  2. Mrs. WhiteJuly 8, 2013 at 7:12 PM

    Lori, that is so neat that you used to read her writings! Thank you so much for posting!

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  3. JanetJuly 8, 2013 at 8:04 PM

    I used to read Connie's writings and loved them. I love her unwavering faith in her man and her ministry at home. I completed the Treasure Hunt and would love to win!

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  4. kozimomJuly 8, 2013 at 9:17 PM

    I used to read her writings, too. So sweet! I was AMAZED reading her testimony in 2000 in the Above Rubies, too. I'm proud to say, I'm friends with her on facebook, too! lol
    Sure would love to win!

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  5. kozimomJuly 8, 2013 at 9:18 PM

    That is so great that you've published her writings - I used to read them regularly. I remember when I read her testimony in Above Rubies in 2000 - so amazing. I'd love to win!

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  6. MelissaJuly 9, 2013 at 9:49 AM

    Wow! I love that she has a blog now! I read her testimony in the magazine this past Feb. And I was amazed! She is trully a blessed woman!

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  7. Laura of Harvest Lane CottageJuly 9, 2013 at 10:19 AM

    Hello Mrs. White,
    I've entered the Treasure Hunt responses.

    May God meet your every need today,
    Laura
    Harvest Lane Cottage

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  8. DoloresJuly 9, 2013 at 10:34 AM

    I've submitted my treasure hunt form.

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  9. AnonymousJuly 9, 2013 at 11:18 AM

    Thanks for the chance to win this book. I read the post when it was originally posted in "Above Rubies" and again this year. I'd love to see how God worked through their family. I completed the treasure hunt.

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  10. Mrs. B, a very peculiar personJuly 9, 2013 at 1:02 PM

    I completed the treasure hunt! I hope I win the book and I'm adding Connie's blog to my reading list ...
    Thank you for the opportunity to win this wisdom filled book.
    Mrs.B

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  11. AnonymousJuly 9, 2013 at 3:19 PM

    I completed the Treasure Hunt

    Thanks!
    Nancy Schaefer
    schaeferclan(at)sbcglobal(dot)net
    javagonzo(at)sbcglobal(dot)net

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  12. Mrs. WhiteJuly 9, 2013 at 5:58 PM

    I am delighted to hear that so many of you have read her testimony in Above Rubies!

    Thank you for entering!

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  13. Jennifer WilliamsJuly 10, 2013 at 7:16 AM

    Mrs. White,
    I am delighted and encouraged to learn of Connie's writings. I completed the Treasure Hunt, and look forward to reading her book. Until then I will read over her letters on her blog. Thank you for being a part of the important Godly work of ministering to other women. Blessings to you and your family!
    Jennifer

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  14. AngelaJuly 10, 2013 at 11:34 AM

    I've submitted my treasure hunt form. What a blessing it was to read Connie's testimony and I am so excited that she now has a blog. Thank you for the opportunity to win. Many Blessings to you and your family

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  15. AnonymousJuly 11, 2013 at 8:33 AM

    I completed the treasue hunt.

    Respectfully,

    Sally

    creex3@att.net

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