Stormie Omartian facts for kids
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Stormie Omartian
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| Born | Virginia J. Sherk September 16, 1942 Scottsbluff, Nebraska, U.S. |
| Occupation | Author, actress, singer |
| Genre | Christian literature |
| Spouse |
Michael Omartian
(m. 1973) |
| Children | 2 |
Stormie Omartian, born on September 16, 1942, is a well-known American author. She writes books, mostly about Christian faith. Before becoming a famous writer, she recorded music albums with her husband, Michael Omartian.
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Early Life and Entertainment Career
From a young age, Stormie Omartian dreamed of becoming a singer and actress. While studying at UCLA, she began working as a singer, dancer, and actress. She performed in many plays and appeared on popular TV shows like The Dean Martin Show and The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour.
She also sang backup for famous artists such as Glen Campbell, Neil Diamond, and Ray Charles. She was part of the Norman Luboff Choir and toured with a group called The Sandpipers. Later, she formed a duo called Stormie & Sunny and released a song, but it wasn't a big hit.
Music and Recordings
Stormie Omartian and her husband, Michael, have written hundreds of songs together. This includes a Christian musical called Child of the Promise. They have released several albums featuring worship songs and new music. They also created audiobooks, such as The Prayer that Changes Everything.
Becoming a Bestselling Author
Stormie Omartian is famous for her series of Christian books. She has sold over 28 million copies of her books around the world. She has written more than 50 books in total.
One of her most popular books is The Power of a Praying Wife. In 2002, this book became a huge success. It stayed at the top of the Christian bestsellers list for 27 months in a row. It has sold over eight million copies. Other popular books in her series include The Power of a Praying Husband, The Power of a Praying Parent, and The Power of a Praying Woman. These books have also sold millions of copies.
Personal Life
Stormie Omartian was born in Nebraska in 1942. She grew up on a small farm in Wyoming. When she was eight, her family moved to Compton, California. She has a younger sister named Susan.
In 1973, she married Michael Omartian. They have two children, Christopher and Amanda. They also have a "spiritually adopted" ward named John Kendrick. Since 1993, her family has lived in the Nashville area.
