For 23 years of my life I was addicted to drugs and alcohol. I was riddle with guilt and shame due to the bad choices I made in my addiction. Everything I said I would never do, I did. I was extremely sad & lived my life in darkness. I lost custody of my kids, I lost the respect and trust from my family and friends but most of all, I lost myself. I was hopeless, angry and bitter. I fell into a life of depression and fear had a grip on me. In 2015 I walked through the doors of The Hoving Home and immediately felt the presence of God. I was welcomed with my name on the board and for the first time in years, I felt accepted and loved. That meant that the world to me. I fell in love with Jesus and my life has forever changed.
Since walking through the doors, I have been set apart and set free! Through the home I have been able to work on my cores issues that led my down a destructive lifestyle. I no longer walk with my head down, I walk with purpose. I have this amazing joy in my heart that is contagious. I have healthy relationships with my family and restoration with my son and believing one day with my daughter. I know who I am in Christ and my past no longer defines me.
Today, I have the honor of serving as Community Outreach Coordinator. The past 6 years as a staff member have been Amazing and I treat each day as a gift from God. I’m able to use my testimony and be a light to those that are broken around me. I serve with a grateful heart and Thank God for the amazing opportunities he continues to give me. I love the life I live today! I’m just a sinner saved by God’s Grace. Wherever the Lord leads me, I will follow.
Get to Know Sally De Leon
What is your favorite scripture?
Isaiah 45:2-3
“I will go before you and will level the mountains; I will break down gates of bronze and cut through bars of iron. I will give you the treasures of darkness, riches stored in secret places, so that you may know that I am the LORD, the God of Israel, who summons you by name.”
What book is on my nightstand?
Peace in His Presence by, Sarah Young
What is one of your favorite memories at Hoving Home?
Spending time with Dad B when I would drive him to the airport. It was always a blessing to be in his presence.
What is your favorite food?
Tacos!
What makes you laugh?
Me. I’m naturally funny. Talking with me you’re guaranteed to laugh!
What is one of your favorite quotes?
“Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always try just one more time.” – Thomas Edison