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The Shift: The True Story Of How One Businesswoman Left Everything Behind And Changed The Lives Of Thousands Kindle Edition

by Maryanne Connor (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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A memoir of overcoming pain, fear and doubt, and allowing faith to lead the way to a miraculous life.

You can only resist God's call for so long. Ask Moses, ask Paul… ask MaryAnne Connor.

As the owner of a successful real estate marketing firm, MaryAnne Connor, appeared to have it all. A happy marriage, the respect of her peers and a thriving career. But denial was her stronghold, and her enemy. She suffered from chronic pain, a dependency on pain medication and her marriage was failing.

And then there were God's whispers. They were getting louder. He wanted her to shift to a life of helping others. But how could He use her when she was so broken?

After years of resistance, she surrendered to His call, left everything behind and stepped onto the darkest streets of her city.  There she found a kinship with other broken-hearted souls and the burning desire to help the poor and hungry. And so the genesis of NightShift Street Ministries began, along with an incredible series of miracles to conquer every obstacle put in her path.

Purchase The Shift today, walk in MaryAnne’s footsteps and take a remarkable journey to a place of love, hope & purpose.
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"A highly inspirational read from beginning to end, Connor's narrative is a balanced mix of storytelling, encouragement, and spiritual guidance. Although her memoir is heavily laced with a Christian message, readers from all walks of life and spiritual as well as non-spiritual backgrounds can benefit from Connor's common human-interest encounters." ~ MANHATTAN BOOK REVIEW

"This was a very encouraging read." ~ SAN FRANCISCO BOOK REVIEW

"Unforgettable...it will change how you see God." ~ FANNY KIEFER, SHAW TV, One of Canada's 25 Most Influential Women (Chatelaine)

"Powerful and compelling. The Shift is a powerful memoir...a compelling and highly personal story." ~ BONNIE REILLY SCHMIDT, AUTHOR OF SILENCED

"Compelling, mesmerizing and awesome. An uplifting dose of soul food that will change your outlook." ~ DAVE LUCY

"The most 'real' book I've read in a long time. The faith of the author lifted me up out of my dark pit and gave me hope again." ~ AMAZON REVIEWER

"I highly recommend this book. Let it open your eyes and heart to the stark reality that everyone is in desperate need of a Saviour, and everyone deserves to be rescued." ~ PASTOR HELEN BURNS, RELATE CHURCH

"Transformation at its best. If you are tired of mediocrity and even slightly hungry for hope this is a MUST read!" ~ AMAZON REVIEWER

"A genuine book of a miracle. Buy this book. Read this book. Then look and listen for God's voice so you can create your own miracle." ~ DR. PETER LEGGE, CANADA WIDE MEDA LIMITED

"A powerful novel. A must read for anyone who is experiencing a life transition." ~ AMAZON REVIEWER

About the Author

MaryAnne Connor is the founder and president of NightShift Street Ministries, a multi-denominational non-profit which encourages communities to care for people struggling with homelessness and poverty in Surrey, British Columbia. NightShift provides outreach services 365 nights per year and operates an addiction recovery program that-with the power of God-lifts those seeking escape from the streets into renewed and purposeful lives.

Learn more about MaryAnne Connor: Visit her website: maryanneconnor.com
Find her at NightShift: nightshiftministries.org

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01K11UYT4
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Shift Publishing; 3rd edition (September 19, 2016)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 19, 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 6650 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 303 pages
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Bestselling author MaryAnne Connor is the founder and president of NightShift Street Ministries, a multi-denominational non-profit which encourages communities to care for people struggling with homelessness and poverty in Surrey, British Columbia. NightShift provides outreach services 365 nights per year and operates an addiction recovery program that–with the power of God–lifts those seeking escape from the streets into renewed and purposeful lives. Her transformative memoir, The Shift, can be found on numerous Amazon Top 100 Best Sellers lists such as Christian Leadership and Christian Stewardship.

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Learn more about MaryAnne Connor:

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5.0 out of 5 stars I believe the Lord led me to read this book.
Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2019
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I read what the book was about before I chose to buy it, but I didn't expect what I read. I enjoyed the book right from beginning to end. It captured every emotion in this book. Yes we know it's a true story but for all she went through it was not easy no where along the way. Some parts were so heart breaking that you just want to give up and throw in the towel, but she never did. She just fully trusted God to see her through everything she came upon. This is a must read for those who struggle with believing that God is God and He is everything that you'll ever need. Excellent book. Well down Ms Connor well done.
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Josie Wilmoth
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational!!
Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2020
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Wonderful real-life story of how one woman responded to God’s prompting to care for the less fortunate and then how He blessed and guided her journey!
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Andrea Montack
4.0 out of 5 stars A Must read :Inspiring
Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2016
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I have been extremely blessed and encouraged by this book. The Lord has placed the same dream in my heart when I was in my early twenties,and I know it will happen in due time. When He sees fit.
The book shows how compassion,a heart to help others and faith in God can bring results.
Again I was truly inspired and encouraged..May God continue t o bless this ministry and the lives of its volunteers and staff
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Tim0926
5.0 out of 5 stars What happens when God calls your bluff?
Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2022
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When the world calls you, it dangles all kinds of bright, shiny rewards in front of you. Then after you say yes, you wake up one day in quicksand.

When God calls you to a work, the quicksand and swamps are usually right up front. It's only sometime after you say yes and get down and dirty that you wake up and begin to discover blessings and treasures you never imagined existed.

The Shift is the story of that kind of call.
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Guishelton
5.0 out of 5 stars The shift
Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2018
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This book seemed disorganized, was very hard to stay connected. Still I felt led to keep going. Thank you for your work of recording these experiences. I always wanted to do a big and special thing, an BY the time I recognized I needed to look to God to find that thing He seemed to tell me my job was to be the best mom and wife I could be. He did let me teach children and some women. He did let other children and relatives children in for quiet a few years Still it was all mom work. I have always felt it was not enough until today as I finish your book. I am grateful for Him giving me no more than I could handle. I only wish I had done it better. The marriage failed, children are believers,but I wish stronger ones, as I wish to have been stronger.
Thank you for your courage and determination.
Brenda
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Adina N.
3.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational story, disorganized writing
Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2020
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The story in this book is absolutely uplifting and wonderful, an inspiration for many. The writing is disorganized, and I regret the author could not find a great editor, it would have made all the difference. I hope there will be a future edition completely rewritten because the story is worth it.
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Jan
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring!
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2023
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An inspiring book!
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Mr. Thomas M. Kendall
4.0 out of 5 stars A story of course and perseverance.
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2017
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This is not meant to be a macabre thriller, but it is a page-turner nonetheless. Connor has chronicled her journey in"Shift" in such a way as to draw the reader into the world she lives in and deals with on a daily basis. If you read this book, be prepared to be challenged. Excellent read.
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Nancy Enns
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational book
Reviewed in Canada on February 1, 2024
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Great story if a woman moved by God to reach out to street people
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Lissa
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read beautiful book of love.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 19, 2017
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what a love story of reaching out to those in need, being and doing what God wanted and working with Him to reach the people living on the streets without shelter, without love, an amazing story, thank God for such people.
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Christine Friedewald
4.0 out of 5 stars Powerful
Reviewed in Australia on September 5, 2018
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Encouraging to see God at work in ordinary people . Amazingl story of how one woman can change the life of many.
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J. Thompson
5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 2, 2018
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An Excellent book of faith, courage and determination.
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Jacqueline Love
5.0 out of 5 stars Feeling blessed...
Reviewed in Canada on October 27, 2016
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Amazing story, and I have had the privilege of meeting MaryAnne Conner or as she is known "Mac"..
I am now volunteering at Nightshift Street Ministries and I have found that my life has Shifted..
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