Between the Pews:
More Than a Sabbath Day’s Journey from the Promise Land
From the safety of a Southern sanctuary to the trials of the unknown, her journey is one of faith, resilience, and self-discovery. Between the Pews invites you to walk with her—beyond comfort, beyond tradition, and into the fullness of life’s purpose.
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About the Author
Sylvia Holt
A retired registered nurse, the author served thirty-five years as a critical-care nurse and Telehealth coordinator. With degrees in nursing and theology from University of Tennessee and Life Christian Bible Institute, she has worn many hats. As a business owner, she was a member of Nashville Chamber of Commerce and National School Supply and Equipment Association.
A member of Faith Is the Victory Church in Nashville, Tennessee, she was lead teacher in the preschool ministry and has appeared in two Easter drama productions.
A devoted matriarch, she is active in the lives of her children and grandchildren, traveling wherever she needs to in order to participate in their activities. Besides the arts, she loves to travel, read, write, and spend time with family and friends. She stated, “I am filled with gratitude for the people God has put in my path. I believe he has ordered every step in his Word.”
Sylvia Holt
Author's Work
Upcoming Book
A Piece of a Man A Piece of a Man : Is Better than no Man at All – A Story of Betrayal, Fear, and the Fight for Freedom
Sidney thought she had the perfect life—a loving family, a devoted husband, and a future full of promise. But behind closed doors, Paul’s love turned toxic. He controlled every aspect of her life, isolating her and breaking her spirit. The pain of his infidelity, the constant bullying, and the emotional torment left her desperate for a way out.
With nowhere else to turn, she sought guidance from her pastor—the one person she believed could help. Instead, she found herself trapped in an even darker nightmare, betrayed in the most unimaginable way.
Afraid and uncertain, Sidney hesitates to speak out. The only person who truly understands her pain is Thomas—her classmate, coworker, and close friend. They met at work, and their bond grew over time. An ex-military medic now working in the operating room, Thomas has seen the worst of humanity and refuses to let Sidney become another silent victim, blaming herself for what happened to her. He researches every possible course of action, but in the end, only Sidney can file the report and reclaim her voice.
Will Sidney find the courage to take control of her life, or will the shadows of betrayal consume her forever?
A Piece of a Man is a chilling and powerful tale of love turned to control, trust shattered by betrayal, and the strength it takes to break free.
Author's Work
Between the Pews: More Than a Sabbath Day’s Journey from the Promise Land
This is an invigorating story. The author tells about growing up peacefully in a small Southern community during the Civil Rights Movement. Her childhood was protected from much of the Jim Crow, racism, and unrest experienced in the segregated South during that time.
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