Jan Martinez, founder of Christ Kitchen, will read from her new book, “Christ Kitchen: Loving Women Out of Poverty” at 7 p.m., Sept. 26. at Auntie’s Bookstore.
The book is the true story of how Martinez turned a personal tragedy into a life dedicated to loving and mentoring women on the outskirts of society. It begins, “I awoke with a knife at my neck and the palpable pounding of a rapist’s heartbeat on my chest.” “Christ Kitchen: Loving Women Out Of Poverty” is a story about redemption and healing based on the experience that shape Martinez, according to reviewers.
Christ Kitchen is a local nonprofit job-training program.
Martinez’s book is sold out on Amazon, but can be purchased from Christ Kitchen.
Jan Martinez is a Spokane Faith & Values contributor.