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New Book Release "Grace in High Heels"
Real-life reflections of humor, hope and healing
Have you ever...
- entangled yourself in a toilet paper holder in a public bathroom?
- had a horse use your car hood as a salt lick?
- left a sandwich in your purse for over a month?
- gotten your car stuck in the middle of a wedding reception in the bride’s front lawn?
These are just a few hilarious snapshots in the life of speaker/singer Shannon Perry. By sharing real-life moments of amusement and awkwardness, Shannon manages to find spiritual lessons in the midst of everyday life. “Grace in High Heels” offers 28 upbeat stories of humor, hope and healing to help you live out your walk of faith. By taking an honest look at the absurd, sad, comical and mundane things that women face on a daily basis, Shannon offers practical, scripture-based advice on how to face life’s challenges with grace by walking on the path marked by God’s heel prints. If you ever feel like “Raggedy Ann in a Barbie Doll World,” these real-life reminders will refresh, restore and renew your faith.
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See what others are saying about “Grace in High Heels”:
“For women who aren’t perfect and can no longer hide it…Perry opens up her life to readers with the hope they will be encouraged by the spiritual lessons her experiences have taught her, and that hope is not in vain…true spiritual wisdom and encouragement…well worth reading.” – Phantom Tollbooth
"What a pleasure to read this book. With real life events – that I could personally relate to – [Shannon] writes with gracious wisdom and a sense of humor…she reminds us that God is truly in control and that He promises to walk along side us.” – Christian Stay at Home Moms (www.CSAHM.com)
“Through a humorous yet honest look at life’s everyday moments, Shannon Perry helps readers know that God’s grace abounds in every situation.” – Gospel Music Channel
“’Grace in High Heels’ is a choice pick for any Christian woman who struggles to understand why things happen the way they do.”—Midwest Book Review
“Perry is so funny! While her stories are full of humor, they also offer deep reflections on life, healing, and finding peace through trials. My favorite story is one of the few that includes no humor. It’s the story of how in a matter of hours, Shannon received news that her father had a heart attack, her husband had cancer, and Hurricane Ike was barreling towards them. She talks about how all she could pray were four words – “God, I trust you.” This story touched me deeply. Each story/chapter also ends with a few reflective questions and space to write in your own answers. This is a must read, and a book that I will be recommending to the special women in my life for sure! – My Four Monkeys
“[Shannon’s] a funny lady!” – LOLwithGod.com
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Shannon signs with National Distributor, Swanson Christian Products
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Shannon’s two minute nationally syndicated radio show “Does the Shoe Fit?” is being aired across the country.
To hear sample shows, visit http://www.graceinhighheels.com/
Shannon Sings the National Anthem at Houston Texans Game
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FACES IN THE CROWD
Cypress woman to sing at Texans game
Shannon Perry will perform national anthem before crowd
By LESLIE WILLIAMS-DENNIS CHRONICLE CORRESPONDENT
Oct. 31, 2010
The chance to sing the national anthem at the Houston Texans game on Nov. 7 leaves Shannon Perry with a new football jersey to add to her collection. Perry, 45, has been singing since she was 6 years old, yet, the opportunity to perform in front of her favorite team means repeated visits to Facebook to check her growing number of fans.
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Shannon's Latest CD "The Real Thing" Continues to Receive Rave Reviews
Shannon hosts her own radio show "Grace In High Heels"
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Shannon and the ministry are featured in the "Christian Telegraph" after donating more shoes to "Dress for Success"
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Shannon Featured in the Houston Chronicle
FACES IN THE CROWD
Cypress resident delivers encouraging words
By VALERIE SWEETEN CHRONICLE CORRESPONDENT
June 29, 2009, 2:31PM
Shannon Perry, a Cypress-area resident, loves to spread the message of hope, love and perseverance with her music and speaking engagements at area churches.
Perry is scheduled for a national tour with her latest seminar, "If The Shoe Fits."
Her fourth CD, The Real Thing, will be released in August 2009.
She designed "If The Shoe Fits" to teach women the importance of healthy relationships with themselves, others and God.
"This was born out of my own life experiences," Perry said. "This event will incorporate fun and biblical principles that applies to women's lives. This was developed by God to show a balance and purpose in life. We have to put that in practice."
Dottie Redmond is the women's minister at First Baptist Church in Pasadena, 75 North Marengo Avenue.
She hired Perry to speak for their biannual women's dinner held on April 23, 2009. She said it was Perry's "enthusiasm, sincerity, and beautiful spirit" that caught the attention of the crowd.
"Her love for the Lord is contagious," Redmond said. "She reaches out and speaks to people. It touches your heart right where you are. Our ladies loved her. She's real and genuine."
Dave Peterson, senior pastor at Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church, 11612 Memorial Drive, has known Perry for more than eight years.
Perry is part of the worship and music leadership team at Peterson's church.
"She definitely feels a strong calling to do this work," Peterson said. "She cares a lot about people. She's warm and strong in her faith. Everything she does is with a deep commitment to God."
Perry, a native Houstonian, was raised near Pearland as the only child of Aaron and Peggy Dykes.
She grew up singing in the choir at South Houston High School, 3820 South Shaver Street, and at Woodridge Baptist Church, originally in Gulfgate Mall.
"My first solo was at Woodridge Baptist Church where I sang in front of 500 people," Perry said. "I was in musicals at school and received a vocal scholarship to college."
Perry graduated from South Houston High School in 1985.
In 1989, she graduated from Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas with a degree in education.
She then received her master's degree from SFA State University in 1991 in counseling.
This led Perry to her career as a counselor with the Cy-Fair school district where she worked until 2003 at Reed Elementary, 8700 Tami Renee.
During her time as a counselor, Perry was recording music and speaking at women's conferences.
"In 2005, I had the opportunity to go full time with Chae Music," said Perry, a former member of the Praise Team at The Met Church, 13000 Jones Road.
"I love to meet people. I most enjoy meeting women and sharing stories," Perry said. "This is my time to show them my heart, pray and encourage them."
Perry's efforts resulted in three CDS, Tell the Story, Reflections, and Safe Place.
Her talents led her to perform with Calvin Hunt of The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir in New York and Jonathan Pierce of the Gaither Vocal Band.
She also has led praise and worship services at annual conferences for the Christian based company, Life Way held in New Mexico and North Carolina and at various nationwide women's conferences.
Perry is working on a book scheduled for release in 2010.
Her inspiration is the audience she reaches.
"I have a passion for this," Perry said. "Everybody is touched by music. The people are very supportive. I can make an impact on them."
In her free time, Perry, a member of Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church, enjoys riding horses and spending time with her husband, David, son, Sean, and friends.
I had never heard the name Shannon Perry until a few days ago when I received a CD of hers, The Real Thing, to listen to. The cover looked fun, with her sitting on a porch railing- jeans, white blouse and high heels and a big smile seeming to say 'hurry up, take the picture already'. I flipped the CD over and browsed the song list:
