Shirley Washenko: He is The Way to Healing

Shirley Washenko: He is The Way to Healing

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February 25, 2026 · 54 min · Episode 321

About this episode

Shirley Washenko shares her journey of healing from sexual abuse through the Atonement of Jesus Christ.

Shirley Washenko is a survivor of sexual abuse who now shares a powerful message of hope and healing for those who have endured similar trauma. Through her own journey, she has discovered that true healing is possible through the Atonement of Jesus Christ. On this week's episode, Shirley testifies that the peace and restoration she has found are worth every effort and that utilizing the Atonement of Jesus Christ has the power to bless generations. 3:04- Personal Testimony 7:16- Healing Doctrines 12:24- What Is and Is Not Forgiveness 20:04- Healing Affects Generations 22:52- Digging Up the Past? 30:15- Agency and Physical Bodies 37:51- Alma the Younger 43:17- Approaching Stats Without Fear 47:13- Infuriating Unfairness 52:04- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ? "You are worth it. You are worth healing and becoming your most divine, true, whole, complete self. You're worth speaking your story. Your voice really does matter. Your story really matters and your healing really matters." Links: "Healing After Sexual Abuse"- https://www.deseretbook.com/product/P6078641.html?utm_source=ldsliving&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=13099-00001401&utm_id=13099…

People in this episode

Guest: Shirley Washenko

Topics covered

  • healing
  • sexual abuse
  • Atonement of Jesus Christ
  • forgiveness
  • personal testimony

Keywords

  • hope
  • restoration
  • generational healing
  • agency
  • Alma the Younger

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Products: Healing After Sexual Abuse

Books & works: Healing After Sexual Abuse"-

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