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Finally The Good News – The Path of Persistence
Recently, I was invited to the Annual Convocation at Pillar College (Pillar.edu). ‘Tis a Christian Bible college that takes aim, intriguingly, at offering a new life direction to those who need one. The average student age is about mid-to-late twenties; and made up of those who, for the most part, have had a rough, and less-than-privileged youth. The convocation’s keynote address was given by a previous valedictorian who had endured an unbelievably crushing childhood trauma, and currently serves as a top commercial litigator in a major Manhattan law firm.
This is the college of a new start that blends a practical academic toolkit with an equally practical spiritual toolkit that will set students mentally and emotionally onto a life of consequence. Subjects include the basic Western Civilization – American Government and Philosophy courses – a variety of Writing and Business courses – along with computer and AI, Computer, and Financial literacy. They offer a full Bachelors and Masters programs.
What interested me most was the climax to the evening’s ceremonies. Each incoming student was asked to stand and read out loud – very loudly – a printed Pledge of Persistence they had been given. They did. Every member of the new class rose to their feet and read avidly this pledge committing themselves – vowing that they would, as of this moment, make a new start – that they would face all challenges to their education – and promise to see it through. Hope rippled through that hall. If a person has enough encouragement and strong belief, can she walk on water? Can he walk on the moon? All I know, is that if I return for graduation ceremonies, I won’t be surprised to see all these individuals wearing the cap and gown.
– Bart Jackson
The Happiness of Pursuit
The best education a man can get comes from pursuing an intelligent woman. But the lessons that stick with him the longest result from chasing a beautiful one.
Afterthought. And if you find yourself hot on the trail of a lass with an abundance of both brains and beauty, just be damn sure you catch her. Newsletter – BartsBooks
New Jersey’s Got Faith – and Works Government at its Best
Those who’ve read Holy Christ – It Works, know that Faith is the key to Accomplishment. And the Garden State’s Lieutenant Governor Dale Caldwell is proving its effectiveness with the launch of the state’s new Faith Action Center. On April 29th Ocean Grove’s Grand Auditorium Caldwell, a fourth-generation Methodist pastor, passionately opened the FAC, saying, “We are here to give a voice to the voiceless and those too often underserved…Government cannot do it all alone – we must invoke the Faith Sector.” Finally, here, comes an original concept bringing practical compassion and swift aid on all fronts. (Read More…)
Semaj Vanzant Sr., newly appointed FAC executive director, president of New Jersey’s General Baptist Convention, explained that the cleverly engineered Faith Action Center and its Faith Action Network, will form communicative avenues between the many existing programs, strengthen their effect, and offer direct help and human connections to those in our state requiring it most. “Our faith houses are where people in need gather to find people they trust…this trust and human connection is vital,” Vanzant noted. The FAC’s call throws a lasso around the entire interfaith community – inviting members of synagogues, temples, churches, and all peoples faithfully laboring for the welfare of humanity.
If you are one of those in need – one of those with resources to share – or if you for once want to see a government caring for its people and taking its responsibilities seriously, visit nj.gov – click on NJFAC and prepare to be uplifted.
Dale Caldwell Entrepreneur Zones Go Garden Statewide
New Jersey is blessed with one of the most public spirited public servants in the person of its new Lieutenant Governor Dale Caldwell. For the past three decades, Dale has labored actively and creatively to eradicate poverty in distressed areas employing the tools of education and business. Founder of the education-enhancing Dale Caldwell Foundation – promoter of family business as director the Rothman Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship – Co-director (with this writer) of the Prometheus Social Enterprise Awards – Pastor of Covenant United Methodist Church – President of Centenary University – and, for the past four years founding director of the Entrepreneur Zones Movement – just name not even a third of his service projects.
It has been my privilege to serve on the board of Dale’s Entrepreneur Zones (EZones) Movement and witness the gathering momentum provided from talented coaches and dedicated social entrepreneurs across the nation. Now, in his position as Lieutenant Governor, Dale brought on board the power of the state, its agencies, and a team of markedly experienced staff members. Our first meeting literally surged with hope, energy, and practical solutions for developing several impoverished areas in New Jersey. Yes, this is your government at work – for the betterment