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n over comer who has shaken herself loose from the shackles of poverty, weight gain, and heartbreak. 56-year old Vickie Winans is enjoying the abundant life working hard beyond the average 9-5. It’s no wonder the Detroit native is commonly referred to as the hardest working woman in gospel. “I am grinding from 10 am until 4 am working on everything from handling contract packages, running my jewelry and wig businesses, spending time in the studio, as well as being a wife and mother, said Winans. My schedule is jam packed. She says her work is not challenging just tedious, but she’s having a ball.
The award winning gospel singer began her musical career performing with family at the tender age of eight. In 1985 her debut album “Be Encouraged” was released. Since then she’s had numerous hits ranging from her most noted, “We shall behold Him, “The Rainbow, and “Long as I got King Jesus. Born the seventh of twelve children to a low income family she attributes her success to her strong upbringing. Although her parents weren’t Continued on page p. 37
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