AIDS Activist and Missionary Writes to Support African AIDS Orphans

Dr. M. Joan Cousin, a former Philadelphia resident and AIDS Activist since 1985 shares her journey in How We Got Over: Testimonies of Faith, Hope, and Courage, edited by Trevy A. McDonald and Bettye J. Allen. Proceeds from this collection of over 50 testimonies will support AIDS Orphans in Southern Africa. Cousin will sign copies of the book on Thursday June 19, from 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. at Waldenbooks, Gallery Mall, 9th & Market Street, Philadelphia, (215) 922-3647.

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DATE: JUNE 3, 2003

CONTACT: REYOMI PUBLISHING

PHONE: 1-773-238-8224

CHICAGO, IL (PRWEB) -- Dr. M. Joan Cousin, a former Philadelphia resident and AIDS Activist since 1985 shares her journey in How We Got Over: Testimonies of Faith, Hope, and Courage, edited by Trevy A. McDonald and Bettye J. Allen. Proceeds from this collection of over 50 testimonies will support AIDS Orphans in Southern Africa. Cousin will sign copies of the book on Thursday June 19, from 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. at Waldenbooks, Gallery Mall, 9th & Market Street, Philadelphia, (215) 922-3647.

How We Got Over is a dynamic and spirit-filled collection of stories of survival and how one can overcome adversity through steadfast determination. The foreword, written by Dr. M. Joan Cousin currently, Episcopal Supervisor of the Fourth Episcopal District (A.M.E. Church) shares her journey as an AIDS activist. Cousin is the wife of Bishop Philip R. Cousin, Sr, former Presiding Prelate of the First Episcopal District (A.M.E. Church) The afterword is by Sarah Nkele Matlhare, a South African Missionary who works in the trenches with those affected by and infected with HIV in Botswana. Contributors shared stories such as surviving being submerged in a vehicle in the aftermath of a hurricane, and how broken family relationships were mended in the midst of a tragedy. Readers will be inspired, uplifted, and empowered through these testimonies.

How We Got Over has already received critical acclaim.

"How We Got Over...is an inspirational masterpiece. The book is full of testimonies that will stir the soul and lift the spirit. It's a wonderful book for anyone who believes in a higher power and the power of faith. Bravo!"

Yolanda Joe, author of The Hatwearer's Lesson and Hit Time

"...a highly moving, perceptive, and transforming source of inspiration for many hearts on the edge of unbelief, hopelessness, and discouragement."

Dr. Wendell C. Beane, Professor Emeritus, History of Religions

and author of The Truth Within You

"How We Got Over...reminds us that hope arises in the heart through credible testimony and encourages us to cease pinning our desires on things that are in the world, focusing instead on placing our trust in God. This is a must read."

Jacquelin Thomas, author of Singsation, The Prodigal Husband, and A Change is Gonna Come

McDonald is the author of Time Will Tell, co-editor of Nature of a Sistuh and Building Diverse Communities and contributor to Sisterfriend Soul Journeys, Women of Color Devotional Bible, Women of Color Devotional Book, and the forthcoming anthology, Proverbs for the People (June 2003, Kensington).

Allen is the editor of the Missionary Magazine.

To read excerpts from How We Got Over visit the website: www.howwegotover.org. A complete tour schedule is available on the website's "On the Road" page.

To schedule interview opportunities or request review copies please call (773) 238-8224.

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