Witness to Grace: A Testimony of Favor

Witness to Grace: A Testimony of Favor is a poignant true-life story that chronicles the remarkable journey of W. Franklyn Richardson. Grace, as divine unmerited favor given freely by a loving God, is shown time and time again throughout each season of Richardson's life. From humble and challenging beginnings to honored positions of power and global influence, Witness to Grace gives an intimate portrayal of the rise of one of the most respected religious and civil rights leaders of our time. Richardson bares his heart as he reflects on the gut-wrenching disappointment of loss, the unforgivable oppression of a people, the need for understanding, humility and unification across denominational lines and the power of education to provide unparalleled opportunities through the all-encompassing Grace of God. Against all odds, Richardson found himself the object of God's favor as he leaned on God for strength and direction. If you have ever questioned the value of your purpose, the significance of your future and what you have the capacity to overcome, this book will shift your perception of life and give you a renewed path forward. W. Franklyn Richardson's testimony is a Witness to Grace.


About the author: Dr. W. Franklyn Richardson continues to preside over the thriving, historic Grace Baptist Church with three locations, including more than 4,000 members nationwide. A graduate of Virginia Union University, Dr. Richardson received his divinity degree from Yale Divinity School and his Doctor of Ministry as a Wyatt Tee Walker Fellow from the United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Richardson has been inducted into the Martin Luther King Jr., Board of Preachers at Morehouse College, then subsequently into its International Hall of Honor. Dr. Richardson has preached across the world and has served on the Central Committee of the World Council of Churches. Dr. Richardson currently serves as a director or trustee for Pepsi Cola (Ethnic Advisory Board); the Harvard University Divinity School Summer Leadership Institute for Church-based Community and Economic Development; Comcast Corporation and NBC Universal Joint Diversity Council; and Grace Community Development Corporation. He is Chairman of the Board of National Action Network, Conference of National Black Churches, and Virginia Union University.


Dr. Richardson resides in New York with his wife Inez Nunnally Richardson. They are the parents of three adult children and the grandparents of five.