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The Hon. William C. Thompson, jr., (Bill Thompsom)
42nd Comptroller of New York City "Dr. Grace is a shining example of the human spirit triumphing over tragedy and adversity. After witnessing a brutal murder [of her mother] as a child, she determined that her life's mission would be to help women and men in unhealthy relationships build self-worth and overcome all forms of abuse. In recognition of a lifetime dedicated to helping others, it is my great pleasure to present this award to Dr. Grace Cornish Livingstone."
[Award of "Distinction for Leadership and Service" presented to Dr. Grace by the Comptroller of The City of New York, June 2, 2009] |
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Ms. Wisconsin USA 2009 Alexander Wehrley
& her mom Susan Wehrley, author and Life Coach "We absolutely loved The Sanctified Bond by Dr. Grace and her daughter Dena. It truly teaches how to have a life-empowering relationship with Jesus. It's a very powerful book." |
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First Lady Serita A. Jakes
Wife of Bishop T.D. Jakes & Executive Director of the Women's Ministry, The Potter's House, Dallas, TX "Dr. Grace, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to you for the warm reception and hospitality shown toward my special guests during the recent Ebony [magazine] Sisterspeak Luncheon [October 24, 2009]. The ladies shared with me how they were touched by your story and encouraging words. It was obvious to all who attended that you, the sponsors, and Ebony magazine invested great time and effort into making this event a big success. Again, Dr. Grace, please accept my heartfelt thanks for all that you have done. My prayer is that God will bless you abundantly and that you will prosper beyond your imagination." |
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Michael R. Bloomberg
Mayor, The City of New York "[Grace Livingstone Outreach, formerly H.O.P.E. Network, Inc.] is committed to assisting men and women pursue healthy relationships. Through counseling, training programs, and educational sessions, this gives individuals the tool to make informed choices about their personal lives. On behalf of the citizens of New York City, I commend [Grace Livingstone Outreach] for hosting this event [relationship & life-empowerment conference, October 21, 2006]." |
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Al Gore, 45th Vice President of the United States of America [2007 Nobel Peace Prize Winner]
"I want to congratulate Grace Cornish [Livingstone], Alvenia Rhea Albright, and Captain Melissa Ward who are being recognized for their outstanding service to their communities, commitment to excellence and shining example of achievement for young people. Certainly, they are more than deserving of this special honor. I commend them for the work they have done to strengthen and enrich the lives of America's youth. I applaud Games Women Play 2000™ for recognizing women who have tackled these challenges. Please be assured that I remain committed to making women equal partners in government and society." [October 6, 2000] |
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Rev. Dr. Elaine M. Flake
Co-Pastor, The Greater Allen A.M.E. Cathedral of New York "Grace, your ministry was a blessing to us. Thank you for your participation with the women in attendance at The Greater Allen A.M.E. Cathedral's Women's Conference 2007.We look forward to having you with us again in 2008. Next year marks the twenty-fifth anniversary of our ministry to women on the conference level, and we surely hope that you will be there to celebrate with us." |
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Rev. W. Darin Moore
Pastor, Greater Centennial AME Zion Church "Dr. Grace is professional, and yet speaks so all can understand. She is well educated and articulate, while being passionate and exciting. Everyone who hears her is touched by her love for God and for people. Dr. Grace is an anointed vessel of the Lord bringing the message of hope and healing to families and individuals around the world." |
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Dianne Dunkelman, Founder & CEO
The National Speaking of Women's Health Foundation "Grace, you are beyond amazing. A million thanks for being such an important part of the National Speaking of Women's Health Conference. Your participation as a featured speaker was essential to the success of the project. Sharing your expertise and knowledge with more than 5,000 women at the event was certainly great. Thank you, thank you."
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Pete Wilson
36th Governor of The State of California "Thank you for your participation as a speaker in the Governor's Conference for Women, 'A Call to Action.' The contribution of your talent and expertise was inspirational and motivational. Without you, this important day for California's women would not have had such impact. You contributed to the legacy of the conference which has offered our attendees the knowledge, tools and skills to make a difference in their everyday lives." |
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Bishop Donald Hillard, Jr.
Cathedral International "Dr. Grace, on behalf of CATHEDRAL INTERNATIONAL, we would like to express our most sincere gratitude to God for you and the powerful ministry in which He has entrusted in you. We are confident that God, through His infinite grace, has taken us from glory to glory as a result of your ministry. You are extremely dear to us and we count it a privilege that you have chosen to share with us. Thanks for your ministry." |
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Dr. Pat Love
Marriage Therapist and author of The Truth About Love "Finally, straight talk for women [and men] who want to turn around their track record in relationships. Dr. Grace is the girlfriend we all need. She provides words to heal-words to heed. A must for [anyone] who desire healthy relationships." |
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Bishop Eddie L. Long
Senior Pastor, New Birth Missionary Baptist Church "Your contribution during the Single But Not Alone 2005 Conference not only blessed each delegate, but empowered them to go into the world and be a demonstration of the Spirit and power of God." |
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Queen Latifah
Entertainer, Film & TV Actress, Singer & Entrepreneur "Dr. Grace has done it again! Her book 10 Good Choices is off the hook! It takes you on a trip to self-discovery, self-renewal, and self-improvement;This book is the real deal..." |
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Dr. Jeff Gardere
Clinical psychologist, Host of Vh1-TV's Dad Camp, and author of Love Prescription "[Dr. Grace offers] Holy-Spirit guided soul-matching. The most inspirational, yet practical [program] on love that I have seen. It's a healing program!" |
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Rev. Dr. Claudette A. Copeland
Co-Pastor, New Creation Christian Fellowship Church "Dr. Grace offers a seamless blend of sound psychological application and solid spiritual revelation. As a motivator and relationship mentor, her ministry will change your life. I am a witness!" |
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Eva La Rue
Emmy-Award nominated actress, CSI-Miami TV show star "Finally, a relationship book that combines head, heart and spirit. I keep my personal copy of Dr. Grace's Sacred Bond handy at all times!" |
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Bishop Victor T. Curry
New Birth Baptist Cathedral of Faith International Words will never be able to adequately express what a tremendous blessing you have been to me and the NEW BIRTH BAPTIST CHURCH family, during our Kingdom Agenda Consecration. We thank God for your submission to the Holy Spirit as He used you mightily to preach and teach His holy word." |
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Rolonda Watts, TV talk show host and voiceover announcer for The Judge Joe Brown Show
"Dr. Grace gives us Sisters hope in times of healing. Thank you, Grace, for helping us find our way!" |
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Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Hale
Pastor, Ray of Hope Christian Church "Thank you for being the speaker at our Daughters of Destiny's Women's Gathering on Relationships 2007. You were amazing! The women are still talking about your powerful message. We definitely look forward to having you back soon." |
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Rev. Dr. Gina M. Stewart
Pastor, Christ Missionary Baptist Church "Dr. Grace, thank you Woman of God for your ministry to the women of CMBC during our 4th Annual Women's Retreat. It was such an honor and blessing to have you in our midst. Please know that our lives are being changed and our vision enlarged because God used you to encourage, edify, equip, exhort, and inspire the women of God. It is my prayer that God will continue to surround you with His favor and give you the strength to minister to the masses so that ultimately the purpose of salvation will be served. We would be honored if you would consider sharing with us in next year's retreat." |
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Count Oscar Maximillian (Max) Tucci, Philanthropist and Star of Young, Sexy & Royal TV Series; Host of Max & Friends
"Not for women only-single men (like me) can read Dr. Grace's bestselling book The Sacred Bond and get filled with the Holy Spirit inspired chapters." |
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Kati Machtley
Chair, The Women's Summit, Bryant College "Grace, we greatly appreciate your closing keynote address at the Women's Summit at Bryant College on March 14. Over 750 women attended. Through your presentation, you have given our attendees new information which will prepare them on their "Journey to Success." Your willingness to answer their questions while serving as a successful role model for those who attended will cause them to reflect on your words in the future. The comments in the attendees' evaluations were so positive about your message. We would love you to come back to speak to our students. Thanks Grace. Your words were so powerful and hit home to so many. Everyone loved you!" |
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Dr. Gwendolyn Goldsby Grant
Psychologist and author of The Best Kind of Loving "The Band-Aid Bond is a 'get real' document. The amazing Dr. Grace teaches us that repeating royal pain patterns does not lead to a princely pay-off. She removes the idea that life is a dress rehearsal and puts the reader in charge of her selection process. What emerges is the resurrection of your own positive self-esteem that restores emotional integrity." |
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Susan K. Wehrley
Life Coach and author of The Power to Believe "Thank you Grace for such an exceptional easy-to-read guide. [The Sacred Bond] A wise approach to finding your soul mate based on Biblical truths and listening to the guidance of the Holy Spirit." |
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Rick Blalock
Two-Time Emmy Award-Winning Broadcast Journalist "Dr. Grace Cornish [Livingstone] has penned another exciting self-help book for women. In 10 Bad Choices, the bestselling author doesn't miss a beat telling it like it is when it comes to women making choices that leaves them lonely, broke and tired. Dr. Grace, a relationship therapist with a Ph.D. in social psychology has made the rounds on the talk show circuit and she's bound to be a hit with this book. She goes out of her way not to bash men [but] she tells women 'drop the deadweight date and get a heavyweight mate' in a no-nonsense style. One of the finest self-help books for women and men." |
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Drs. Jim Sniechowski, Ph.D. & Judith Sherven, Ph.D.,
husband & wife marriage counseling team "Dr. Grace reaches right into the heart and guts of most women's relationship problems. She shows you how to stop using emotional band-aids to cover up unhealthy bonding, so you can find the real love you so desire." |
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Carolyn Anderson
President & CEO, Secces Productions LLC "Dr. Grace, thank you for you participation in the first "Healthy Love Prescription" discussion held in Atlanta. The staff and management of The Mall at Stonescrest were thrilled with the outcome. Having a well-known author and speaker of your caliber was well received. The thunderous laughter and applause after one of your more "candid" illustrations was one of the may highlights of the evening, making the audience participation exciting. The topics you write about and discuss have proven to be extremely popular and needed. Please continue to empower, enlighten, educate and challenge us into healthy relationships." |
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Bonnie Maslin, Ph.D.
Psychologist and author of The Angry Marriage "Reading Dr. Grace's informative books would be a very good choice for breaking out of self-defeating relationships." |
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EBONY
Sisterspeak® Annual Luncheon "Sharing and caring was the spirit that filled the room at the first Sisterspeak® Luncheon, which was attended by nearly 300 women on March 24 [2007] in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Grace Cornish Livingstone, the best-selling author, life coach and relationship consultant, discussed how African-American women can surmount social, emotional and spiritual roadblocks to success. A sense of sisterhood and shared hope marked the inspiring event." |
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Sue Cipov, Public Relations Coordinator, Elmbrook Memorial hospital, Covenant Healthcare Women's Well-Being Series (sponsored by Wheaton Franciscan)
"She was amazing! We had more walk-ins for Dr. Grace than for any of our other speakers. While she was in town, she appeared on two local TV news programs-- our NBC and FOX affiliates. Many of our walk-ins saw her on either of those shows and just had to come to the program. This was the largest group yet-- we even had to have [the hotel banquet team bring] more chairs in! One group traveled over 60 miles just to see her. Dr. Grace is such a nice woman-- so generous with her time, talent and spirit!" |
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Lehronda Upshur
News Department, POWER 99FM (Philadelphia)
"Dr. Grace, on behalf of WUSL Power 99fm Radio, we would like to thank you for participating in our seventh annual SISTAHS! event. Your participation helped to make this year's event the best ever! In the past, SISTAHS! has accumulated crowds of over 10,000 people. This year, 15,000 people were in attendance as the event [Dr. Grace's keynote], sold out by six o'clock that evening. Event-goers raved about [your] lectures and our level of participants was definitely up this year. Thank you for going the extra mile and agreeing so close to the event to doing "three" presentations. I was most impressed with your ability to relate to our audience with issues regarding self-empowerment and relationships. The information you have given is essential in these days and times. We look forward to seeing you again." |
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Jackie Jenkins-Scott, President & CEO
Dimock Community Health Center (Roxbury, MA), Body & Soul: The Wellness Connection Annual Conference "I would like to express our sincere gratitude for your captivating power lunch address. With over 600 women in attendance, your awesome keynote at this year's "Women's Health Forum" received nothing but rave reviews from beginning to end. It is evident that the hundreds of women made the connection on the importance of taking care of themselves. We look forward to seeing you again. Grace, thank you for everything. You were great!" |
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The Annual Sistah Summit (Denver, Colorado)
"Back by popular demand, relationship expert, psychologist, and keynote speaker, Dr. Grace warms the hearts of all those around her. Dr. Grace is committed to helping people realize that the world is what they make it, and with God's help and support, they can gain anything and everything out of life. " |
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Crown Publishers
A Division of Random House, Inc. "With her national bestseller, 10 Bad Choices, beloved television personality, lecturer, and author Dr. Grace Cornish [Livingstone] wrote a self-help classic for women who wanted to face and erase the relationships problems. Now, in her 10 Good Choices, Dr. Grace takes readers beyond just healing their romantic relationships-Full of first-person anecdotes from Dr. Grace's patients, friends, and fans, this is a real book about real people in tough situations and the choices they have made that led to renewed success, happiness, and peace of mind. With her trademark brand of smart, sympathetic, sister-to-sister counseling, Dr. Grace's [book] is destined to become a classic for women of all ages and backgrounds." |
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Publishers Weekly
"In the follow-up to her successful book, Dr. Grace offers women the fundamental wisdom and gentle nudges they need to come into their own and achieve a life 'balanced among God, health, money, and love.' An author who clearly understands her audience Cornish [Livingstone] provides warm explanations that are personal yet universal, and steers women towards better lives with a firm and loving hand. Already a regular on national TV talk shows and Good Day New York, Dr. Grace will get the word out about this book…that should make it one of the biggest women's self-help books of the season, and a great choice for reading groups." |
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Barnes & Noble
"Back by popular demand! Dr. Grace is an empowering speaker you won't want to miss." |
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The Atlanta Daily
"Her book tour started in Detroit. At her most recent book-signing in Omaha, Nebraska she sold out in the first half hour, forcing the store to order more. Dr. Ruth, watch out; Dr. Laura, move over. Dr. Grace is in. And, when the Doctor is in, she draws a crowd!" |