Sandra Rooney leads women's groups, appears as a speaker, is an author and the founder of Rooted in Christ Ministries.
Who are you? I am a German gal who grew up in a non-Christian, artist home. I lived in the States and Iceland..
How did you meet Jesus? One morning I looked out the window and knew there is a God and he loves me. I started reading the Bible and what I had found changed my life forever. I fell head over heals in love with my Savior. I had a dramatic and radical conversion. I have never stopped loving Him, for I know how dark and empty life is without Him. I owe Him every breath I take. He is worthy, only He!
Why this ministry? Well, I am a visionary person with tons of ideas. After I had spoken to many women groups, I was encouraged to write books. After writing a couple of books, I looked for other ways to tell more people about Jesus and His gospel. This ministry is just in the beginning stages. We pray it helps people to grow in the Lord. I have more ideas for this ministry.
What is the core of this ministry? Prayer. Also for support for our persecuted brothers and sisters.
New Projects? I am in the middle of writing two new books. I also have more ideas for this web-site.
What moves you the most about people? Passion! When they are real and take the courage to admit who they are. I have seen the pit of pain myself and know where we can be. My heart goes out to those in pain.
Your favorite Verse? "The truth will set you free." John 8:32
What is most important to you? Honesty.
What is your favorite pastime? Laughing !!!
What do you love the most? A repentant heart, and I mean that. That's where I feel true joy.
What do you hate? When someone hurts a child.
What do you enjoy? Roses (and smelling them), blue sky and fresh air, Mediterranean flair, traveling, English gardens, the outdoors. horses, exercise, dancing . . .
Favorite music? classical, jazz (swing), Irish music, Spanish guitar, soul music, worship music. I guess my favorite is Keith Green. There is just something about Keith.
Something you want to learn? Flamenco dancing
Your favorite worship song? Right now, "In Christ Alone" by the Stoneleigh Band..It always moves me to tears.
The most recent discovery is "Who Am I" by Casting Crowns (music on this page). When I heard the song the first time I started crying and literally dropped to my knees. I was soooo moved. It just gave me goosebumps. What an anointed song!The amazing thing was, while listening I looked out the window into the winter sky and when the song started the sun came out and when it was done the sun left. It is one of those songs that shakes me.
Favorite food? Spaghetti with olive oil, tons of garlic, basil and fresh parmesan, mmmm....
Favorite movie? Where can I begin... I love Princess Bride, It's a wonderful life, Roman Holiday, almost all Doris Day movies, Pride and Prejudice, Fiddler on the roof, Much ado about nothing, The Quiet Man, On Golden Pond, Ms. Marple (with Margaret Rutherford, I just love her), Musicals and Western . . .
So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the
faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.