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Apostle Rod & Prophetess Taketa Williams

106 Delray Rd. Columbus, Ohio 43207 614.424.WORD

Thirsty Thursdays Bible Study 7-8pmSunday Worship 11am

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“ A Deliverance Center, A Dream Center, A Destiny Center”

Mt. Hermon Missionary Baptist Church

2283 Sunbury Road.Columbus, Ohio 43219PH (614) 471-1133 FAX (614) 471-0714

SUNDAY Sunday School 8:30 amMorning Worship 10:00 amWEDNESDAY: Noon Bible Study 12:00Evening Bible Study 7:00 pm

“A Growing Church for Growing Christians”

Bishop DonaldJ. Washington

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Grace New Covenant Church

1643 Aberdeen AvenueColumbus, Ohio 43211(614) 261-7291

SUNDAY Prayer 8:30 amSunday School 9:00 amMorning Worship 10:30 am

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“There Is A Word From God”

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Celebrating Four Years!This month we celebrate our fourth

year of publishing the Praise Reporter.The number four represents Creation

and Creative works. I am reminded of Genesis when God

took nothing and made something. The earth was void and darkness was upon the face of the deep and God spoke a Word to bring light to His dark situation.

Well, four years ago, I lost my last job at a publishing company. With a wife and a new baby, things looked dark. But God spoke a Word to me and told me to start a news paper “The Praise Reporter.” In less than 30 days, the first edition was released and we have become one of the most well respected publications in our city. Our first advertiser was New Cov-enant Believers’ Church under the pas-torship of Bishop Howard Tillman. They have supported us continuously.

Since then, we have expanded to reach over 50,000 readers, distribute papers in Columbus, Cincinnati, Dayton and Springfield; have developed relation-ships with countless businesses, social ser-vice agencies, entertainers, ministries and readers across the country.

This journey has not been a easy ride. In fact it has been the most difficult of my life. I have had to learn (and am still learn-ing) how to follow the voice of God.

In this next year I just wanted to encourage someone to follow their dream. My wife spoke at our church recently a message entitled “I Am Approaching My Window of Opportunity.” God is bring a flood of opportunity to the earth. This flood will wash away all of the things in your past that seemingly would prevent you from reaching your dreams. Besides

“living right” and obeying the voice of the Lord, Noah had to build an Ark. His ark was the vehicle that carried him to his next place of des-tiny. Though Noah had favor with God, he still had to create what God told him to in order to get to where God wanted to take him. I encour-age you to begin to build what God said and expect him to change your whole life and put you in the place you have always dreamed of.

We are still building and mov-ing forward. So many readers, pastors, churches, businesses and organizations have expressed their appreciation for the publication and the information it shares. And we thank you all for assisting us in carrying out this tremendous vision.

Finally, this month, my family cel-ebrates our second year as members of United Ministries Church in Columbus, Ohio. I love my Church! Apostle Roderick A. Williams and Prophetess Taketa Wil-liams have in addition to supporting our publication, have embraced us, poured into us and have given us God’s living word that is the fuel to keep us moving forward.

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Bishop William C. Latta

453 S. Wheatland AvenueColumbus, Ohio 43204(614) 272-7553

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Calvary Tremont Missionary Baptist Church

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Sunday School 9:45 amSunday Worship Service 11:15 amChildren’s Church 11:15 amDaily Noon Day Prayer 12 NoonWednesday Bible Study 7:30 pm

Suffragan BishopEugene Lundy, m.D.

Today’s headlines cover a range of issues, challenges and problems in a cul-ture that promotes me-first, microwave-quick solutions and moral decay.

Where is the church? Not the pious, foot stomping, hand clapping, praise-your-way through church, but the body of Christ found in Matthew 15:13-16 that is clear of its position, sure of its purpose and preparing her people to disciple.

From Tuesday, July 14 – Sunday, July 19, New Covenant Believers’ Church is standing up to be the ‘light on the hill’ and placing itself in the middle of the culture war with its annual Heal-ing a Generation Conference. Speakers

will eradicate ignorance through educa-tion, engage with relatable issues and empower attendees with valuable prin-ciples. Topics like family violence and abuse are pulled from today’s head-lines and speakers like Les Brown and Evangelist Sandra Riley will encourage conference attendees to be proactive in their families, their communities and a dying world.

In fact, inviting someone to Healing a Generation is one way to combat the prevailing culture of ‘it’s okay if I say it’s okay.’

“We want to use this conference as an evangelistic opportunity for our

members to get nonbelievers or individ-uals who are not saved to attend,” said conference organizer, Kendrea Moorer.

Believers will also benefit from the information sharing available this year. In recent months, Bishop Tillman repeat-edly has stressed the power of influence available to each person. Attending the conference and absorbing the infor-mation presented is an opportunity to expand their influence.

The cliché that knowledge is power is true and Biblical. (See Hosea 4:6)

“Take Tuesday Night’s theme [fam-ily violence & abuse] for instance,” said Moorer. “No, you may not have been physically abused by a spouse, but what will you say to another person that you run into (or become friends with) that may be dealing with this? How will you minister to them? What will you say as a Believer? We have to be equipped with knowledge to help others get to their harvest.”

Healing a Generation is about more than introducing someone to Christ. This year its also about serving some-one with the love of Christ and that love compelling them to come to Him. The theme, “Preparing for the Harvest” brings to mind the work a gardener puts into their plot, in order to experience the unabashed joy of flowers or vegetables flourishing.

“I believe that if we focus on bring-ing others to Christ, if we share our knowledge and the Gospel with them,

Preparing for the Harvest: Healing a Generation 2009

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Who’s Who in Black Columbus holds release party for 5th Edition

On Monday, April 30, 2007, Mayor Michael B. Coleman, the Honorary Host Committee and the City of Columbus will join together to celebrate the release of the 5th Edition of Who’s Who in Black Columbus. This event, which will take place at the Hyatt Regency Columbus Greater Convention Center, 350 N. High St., will honor African American leaders within the City of Columbus.

Kicking off with a networking reception at 6 p.m. and the main event at 7:30 p.m., this night is anticipated

Mayor Michael B. Coleman is brining together community leaders and citizens from many faiths to celebrate the national Day of Prayer on May 4, from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. with renowned Pastor, Bishop T.D. Jakes, founder of the 30,000 member Potter’s House Church of Dallas, TX. Bishop Jakes will keynote the 8th Annual Mayor’s Community Prayer Luncheon at the Greater Columbus Convention Center, 400 N. High Street.

“Bishop Jakes has become one of America’s most well-known and trusted pastors,” said Mayor Coleman. “I am honored to welcome him to our community and I look forward to a spirited and inspirational

to be a wonderful time of empowering for the entire community.

Hosting the evening as the Master of Ceremony will be Pastor Michael Reeves of Radio One. He will be joined by Mistress of Ceremony Yolanda Harris, WSYX/WTTE.

For additional information regarding this event, or to order a book, you may log onto www.whoswhopublishing.com.

message.”Bishop T.D. Jakes’ Potter’s House

is a multiracial, non-denominational church with more than 50 outreach ministries. A best-selling author, Jakes was named “America’s Best Preacher” by Time Magazine. Bishop Jakes and his wife, Serita, live in the Dallas/Fort Worth are with their five children.

Tickets are still available for this event. Individual tickets start at $35 and group tables and sponsorships can be purchased by contacting the Columbus Community Relations Commission at 614-645-1998. All proceeds go to pay for the event expenses.

Mayor’s 8th Annual Community Prayer Lunch welcomes Bishop T.D. Jakes as keynote speaker

Communityl News

The third annual “Faith In Action Sunday” -- which challenges churches to literally close their doors on a Sunday morning and go out and serve their communities -- will take place on Oct. 11 this year.

“Faith in Action” was developed by World Vision, Zondervan and Outreach, Inc. in 2007 to encourage churches, min-istries and small groups to serve and meet practical needs in their local com-munities.

The “Faith in Action” movement is

quickly becoming a viral online com-munity of service-minded churches, col-lecting photos, videos and testimonies via RSS feeds from other popular sites, such as Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. A new web site -- www.putyourfaithi-naction.org -- has been developed to support this growing movement.

“Faith in Action” also utilizes an online social network to connect churches with one another’s stories and successes. Participants can find more resources to equip their congregations for service at www.putyourfaithinac-tion.org/interact.

John Ortberg, best-selling author and pastor, is the national spokesman for “Faith in Action.” He called the ini-tiative “a dynamic program that galva-nizes your congregation to be the hands and feet of Jesus in meeting real needs in your local community.”

Richard Stearns, president for World Vision, agreed. “’Faith in Action’ is a powerful way to demonstrate the love of Jesus to our neighbors,” he said.

“Churches all over the U.S. -- even churches that are financially stressed themselves -- have made a genuine dif-ference to their struggling and hurting neighbors with the ‘Faith in Action’ pro-gram,” said Eric Abel, vice president of marketing for Outreach, Inc.

Churches have organized food drives and helped the elderly and needy with home repairs. Some groups cleaned and landscaped public areas or private homes. Some maintained women’s or homeless shelters. And one

Churches across america to Close Doors on sunday to serve Communities during tough economic times

A young member of CloudBreak Church in San Diego helps with a clean-up effort in his community during “Faith in Action Sunday” last year.

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Now entering its fourth year in operation, South Scioto Academy is located at 707 E. Jenkins Ave. The former Techneglas office complex is 16,000 square feet and houses 10 classrooms and a multipurpose room. The academy offers a curriculum dedicated to teaching students to be thinkers and questioners. Full-day kindergarten, character education, a dress code, innovative technology programs and before- and after-school activities are provided in a safe and secure school setting.

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Free, self-sufficient, independent!! Our country recently celebrated Inde-pendence Day, commonly known as July 4. This day commemorates The United States Declaration of Independence from Great Britain when the thirteen American colonies, then at war with Great Britain, declared themselves independent; no lon-ger a part of the British Empire. Writ-ten primarily by Thomas Jefferson, the Declaration of Independence was voted on by the congress on July 2, 1776 and was formally adopted on July 4, 1776. An important part of this historic document explains it is self-evident that all men are created equal, that they are “endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.”

Self evident infers that one under-stands the statement as true without proof, that we were endowed by the creator of the world with certain rights, including, “life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.” This majestic phrase is based on the writings of English writer John Locke, who expressed that “no one ought to harm another in his life, health, liberty, or possessions.”

My love and loyalty for my native country cannot be questioned. I can think of no other place on earth that I would rather live and I am eternally grateful for

the freedom afforded me by the noble words of the U.S. Constitution. But I claim dependence on and allegiance to God, who is my joy and the source of my strength. This grandiose, imposing document; this Declaration of Indepen-dence, not only guarantees me the right to pursue happiness, it guarantees my right to choose God as the source of my happi-ness. I celebrate my dependence on Him. God told the prophet Jeremiah, “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you; before you were born I sanctified you; I ordained you a prophet to the nations.” This means I too belong to God and I get to choose whether or not I want to be dependent on Him.

An essential part of our dependence on God is our prayer life and a willing-ness to trust him even when He does not seem evident. Possibly every Christian has experienced periods of doubt when it seems as if God is either far away or not interested in what is happening to us. We have to remember that there may also be times when we are not seeking God, when we’re putting our trust in people. He promised that we will find Him when we seek Him with all of our hearts.

Gail Rodgers, wife, mother, busi-nesswoman and a pastor to women says when we live our lives with prayer on the fringe we are really telling God that we

don’t trust Him. Often with our lips we declare trust but with our lives we show that we really don’t believe He will see us through. Rodgers recommends ask-ing ourselves the hard questions: Do we really trust God to have our best interest at heart?

Do we really believe He will strengthen each day to walk where we need to walk - even in the dark and the silence?

She advises us to choose to increase our trust in God and focus on prayer rather than leaving prayer on the fringes of our lives. Choose to trust God. Trust Him to do what he says he will do. While our country could conceivably let us down we know that we can always depend on our Heavenly Father.

Whether we realize it or not, we are all imperfect vessels in need of the Mas-ter Potter to piece together our broken parts. When we admit we can’t do it all ourselves He will gladly walk us through the difficult places and give us the times of refreshing that we desperately need. St. Augustine of Hippo sums up our pur-pose quite simply: “Thou hast created us for Thyself, and our heart is not quiet [is restless] until it rests in Thee.” Comments may be sent to [email protected].

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1186 Oak Street Columbus, OH 43205 • 614-863-1428

Sunday School .....................................................9:00 a.m. Morning Worship ............................................... 11:00 a.m.Tuesday Bible Study ............................................7:00 p.m.Thursday Prayer/Praise ...................................... 7:00 p.m.

The Home Church at the Water of life Building3750 Sullivant AvenueColumbus, Ohio 43223800-882-0335

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286 Belvidere Ave.Columbus, Ohio 43223

Ph: 614-276-6779Fax: 614-276-0876

www.imanichristianchurch.comSundays 10 a.m.

Wednesdays 7 p.m.last Friday of the Month Prayer 9 p.m.

lincoln Park Community Baptist Church

SUNDAYSunday School 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship 8 a.m. & 10:50 a.m.

WEDNESDAYPrayer Meeting 6:45 p.m.Bible Study 7:30 p.m.Wednesday Night Service 7:30 p.m.

James A.Carter, Jr. Pastor

675 E Markison AvenueColumbus, Ohio 43207 (614) 444-9594www.LincolnParkcbc.com

Mt. Sinai Holy TempleCathedral of the Covenant

Bishop H. E. Bellinger1712 Courtright RoadColumbus, Ohio 43227 Sunday Service 9:30Bible Study Weds at 6:30 pm

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Mt. Zion Church of God in Christ1466 Atcheson St., P.O. Box 83298Columbus, Ohio 43203Sunday School ..............................9amSunday Morning Worship ....... 11:15amSunday, YPWW .............................5pmSunday Evening Worship ..............6pmMonday Evening Prayer ................6pmTuesday Prayer & Bible Study ......7pmFriday Evangelistic Service ...........7pm

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Aaron Wheeler, Sr. Pastor

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New Destiny C.O.G.i.C1826 Tamarack Circle, S.Columbus, OH 43229PH: 614-670-3243 614-262-6747 fax

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You may not think much about organ donation, but in every church community, there are people who have been touched by it. Bernetta Calloway,

a member at Smyrna Missionary Baptist Church, has been profoundly impacted by donation – it changed her life for-ever.

On Christmas Day in 1998 Bernet-ta’s son, Joey Johnson, gave the ultimate gift. He saved five lives after he died suddenly at the age of 19.

“Christmas Day is usually a time of joy and celebration for our family,” said Calloway, “but that day brought more sorrow than we ever experienced.”

A recent graduate from Marion Franklin High School, Joey had a prom-ising future. He was outgoing and active in martial arts. “He was incredibly lov-ing,” said Calloway, “he brought energy and happiness to our lives.”

The night Joey died; doctors did everything they could to save his life. “By the time we arrived, it was too late,”

said Calloway. Joey was a registered organ and tissue donor, a decision his mother said was in line with the way he lived his life.

“Losing Joey was devastating, but knowing that he helped others through death has been a comfort to us all,” said Calloway. She credits her faith with helping her through the tragedy, “With-out faith, I wouldn’t have made it.”

Calloway and her family have become advocates for organ donation since Joey’s death. She volunteers with Lifeline of Ohio to share the importance of organ and tissue donation and pro-motes the cause in the African American community. “Many people in our com-munity think ‘Whatever I came with, I’m taking with me.’ We need to get away from that notion because we can make

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The Greater Linden Area has a school that is “Making a World of Dif-ference” in the lives of our youngest citizens. This school is the W.C. Cupe College Preparatory Schools, for grades K-8. W.C. Cupe College Preparatory Schools is the result of the vision of its founder, the Reverend W.C. Cupe, Pastor Emeritus of the Greater Liberty Temple C.O.G.I.C. School Superinten-dent, Mrs. Estella Stephens states, “Our mission is to provide a private school education in a public school environ-ment at no cost; intimately working with all parents, family, and friends, to achieve the greatest level of success for each student.”

Started in the west wing of Greater Liberty Temple in 2001, W.C. Cupe has grown and expanded to five schools; W.C. Cupe College Preparatory School and the Educational Academy for Boys & Girls for grades K-2 (located at 1132 Windsor Avenue); Midnimo Cross Cul-tural Community School, which means unity or togetherness for grades 6-8

(located at 1465 Oakland Park); Edu-cational Academy at Linden for grades 3-5 at 907 Lexington Avenue and Cesar E. Chavez College Preparatory School for grades K-5 at 85 Clarendon Avenue. The schools are geographically located in South and North Linden, and the Westside of Columbus.

W.C. Cupe maintains a strong emphasis on helping students acquire higher level critical thinking skills, develop a strong character with a sense of community responsibility, as well as the development of the habits that will lead to higher level academic achieve-ment and excellence. This is accom-plished through the utilization of Litera-ture Based Direct Instruction. Accord-ing to the Columbus Dispatch

8/15/07), W.C. Cupe is rated among the top 10 schools in Central Ohio for academic growth.

Additionally, students are offered many opportunities to develop their leadership skills and to become produc-tive citizens.

Why Choose W.C. Cupe?Is your child being challenged aca-

demically? At W.C. Cupe, children are grouped according to their skill level, regardless of age. Therefore, if your child is capable of more challeng-ing material, he or she will be sure to receive instruction in a more advanced academic content.

If you wish for a rigorous aca-demic education for your child: At W.C. Cupe, we concentrate on serious academic instruction all day long. All students receive at least an hour and a half of reading, an hour of math, an hour of English (writing and grammar) and a half–hour of spelling everyday.

If you desire careful monitoring of your child’s academic progress: At W.C. Cupe, we monitor the progress of all our students in every subject, test-ing frequently to be certain students are mastering critical academic skills. We provide additional instruction until your child has mastered the content.

If you want open and honest com-munication about your child’s academic progress: Our innovative reporting system provides specific information for each academic subject every four to five weeks. These reports show the grade level at which your child is per-forming, test scores, homework scores, and the number of missing assign-ments.

Are you concerned about your child’s safety and security at school? At W.C. Cupe, we have a zero-tolerance policy for fighting or bullying. Children who persist in this behavior will be removed from our school. Our teacher to student ratio of 1 to 15 insures that there will be no opportunities for chil-dren to get into dangerous situations or to have unsupervised encounters with other students.

Open Enrollment for W.C. Cupe Family of Schools has begun. Applica-tions are online at www.wccupe.com. For more information call (614) 294-3020 or (614) 261-7480.

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Praise Street Beat!I Hear Music in the Air Conference

With so many Conferences every weekend sometimes they seem to blur together, but there is no doubt that the I Hear Music in the Air Conference is one of the Best Music conferences within the Gospel Industry. On June 20, 2009 the I Hear Music in The Air Conference which is hosted by Bobby and Tracey

Artis, started in high gear with the 2009 New Artist Showcase and Gospel Idol event , there was so much energy and excitement in the Air that you actually could feel it, emceeing the Event was none other then Dr. Bobby Jones of the WORD Network and P. Ann Everson

Price of WMOJ 103 Cincinnati, Celebrity Judges were Gospel Artist Byron Cage, CCLI Rep. and former CEO of Gospel-centric Records Vicki Mack Lataillade, Crystal Aiken 2008 BET Sunday Best Winner, Gospel Dream Winner Melinda Watts, and with a panel of judges of this caliber, you know the Artist partici-pating in the Showcase were nervous, Tyshawn Colquitt, age 14, of Cincin-nati, Ohio who is also a student at the Performing Arts School gave a rous-ing version of Wade in the Water said “ sometimes I am nervous but when I get up on the stage I just want to share the gift God has given me.” Each ministry (no I do not call them Acts or Performers) because when they got up on stage each ministry delivered and shared their gifts with us, this showcase had a little of everything from Spoken word, Mimes, to foot stomping sing-ing or should I say sanging ??? Special Shout out to Speak Life Cincinnati Ohio, anointed Sons of God who took us back to Church, 2008 New Artist Winners COGIC, Eric Thomas who tore the room up with his version of the Lord’s Prayer but the 2009 1st Place Winner came from Indianapolis Indiana, congratulations to James Andrew and New Season , and that was just the 1st day

Joyfest 2009Joyfest 2009 with Kirk Franklin,

Marvin Sapp, Tye Tribett, Sunday Best Crystal Aiken and Gospel Dream win-ner Melinda Watts held at Kings Island which was part of the whole three-day I Hear Music in The Air experience, was a day of Family, and when you put the words Amusement Park, Gospel Music, and Worshippers together you Have no choice but to have a great time, every-place you looked you saw people hav-ing fun enjoying not only the Artist but enjoying the atmosphere that was set.

The conference ended with an elegant Gala held at the Sharonville Sheraton Hotel honoring the 2009 I Hear Music In the Air Honorees Paul and Cynthia Booth who own six McDonald Franchises and use their blessings to bless others and Steve and the Late Bar-bara Reece who own Reece and Reece Corporation along with Integrity Hall and has been a part of the Cincinnati Political and Community Services for

over 40 years. The keynote speaker for the evening was none other then Stellar Award Winning Dorinda Clark Cole of the famed Clark Sisters , people came dressed to the nines and the Ballroom was set up so elegantly, classical music was provided by Myron Brown Crystal Aiken and the 2009 Showcase runner –up Eric Thomas ushered in the Holy Spirit before Dorinda Clark Cole got up and just set the room on fire not only can Dorinda sing but she can Preach that woman is truly anointed. The Gala was a perfect way to end an amazing week-end, Hostess Tracey Artis encouraged

everyone to attend the GospelFest July 30th at the Duke Energy Convention Center at 7pm featuring such artist like Shirley Caeser, Yolanda Adams, Byron Cage, Kurt Carr and the Kurt Carr Sing-ers, J. Moss, Bishop Paul Morton and Many more.

Overall as Host Bobby Artis said “You need to attend the whole 3 days of events so that you can get all the impor-tant information and exposure that the conference does offer.” And I agree, if you are in Leadership, Church Music Director, Aspiring Gospel Artist, or just love to Worship this is a conference you want to participate in you get a chance to see the Gospel Artist , but more importantly they share the ins and outs of the Gospel Music Industry .

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VOTE FOR ISSUE 1 “A vote for Issue 1 is essential to protecting our core

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Safeguard Critical Neighborhood ServicesIssue 1 will keep hundreds of police officers and firefighters on the job protecting our neighborhoods, maintain our park and recreation services, and ensure trash is regularly collected.

Strengthen our EconomyBusinesses thrive and jobs are created when communities maintain a strong quality of life – Issue 1 will protect our local economy by ensuring Columbus remains a safe and attractive place where businesses want to stay.

Protect Seniors and the Middle-ClassIssue 1 is a sensible solution for seniors and the middle-class – Social Security, veterans’ benefits, and pensions are all exempt, and those out of work or struggling will pay little to no tax at all. Those who live outside of Columbus but work inside city limits will pay their fair share.

Call 221-1999 with questions.Paid for by Citizens for Strong Neighborhoods and Good Jobs, Donald J. McTigue, Treasurer, 550 E. Walnut St., Columbus, OH 43215

T U E S D A Y, A U G U S T 4 T H

Columbus, Ohio has a three-point plan that includes aggressive job cre-ation, a 10-year government reform plan that will save between $100 million and $150 million; and raising new revenue. If all three parts of the plan are enacted, we can maintain our core city services and preserve our quality of life.

Residents will be asked Aug. 4 to vote on a proposed half-penny pro-posed revenue increase that is fair to all Columbus taxpayers.

Fifty-three percent would be paid for by non-residents who work in Columbus and benefit from city services during the workweek.

Those with low incomes will pay the least and those without income will pay nothing at all. Also, income of res-idents younger than 18, savings and investment income, pensions, military pay, and veterans’ benefits are exempted from city income taxes. For a middle-class Columbus household making

$40,000 a year, it would cost less than $17 a month.

The city has not had an income tax increase since 1982—and Columbus cannot deliver 21st Century services on a 27-year-old revenue model. While other Ohio cities have cut public safety forces and seen considerable decreases in population, Columbus has grown while keeping its level of police and fire protection in line with its population.

If this revenue increase is success-ful, Columbus can continue to deliver the services our residents expect and deserve, while continuing to attract and retain jobs. We will be able to keep our neighborhoods safe with a strong police presence, fire protection, basic health and emergency services. And with new revenue we can keep our neighborhoods strong with code enforcement and regu-lar refuse collection.

Columbus has been a national example of conservative budgeting, as

evidenced by the fact it has the high-est bond rating of any major city in America. Also, Mayor Coleman and City Council have cut $160 million from the cost of doing business as usual since 2001. And Columbus’ civilian workforce is down 32 percent from when Mayor Coleman took office in 2000.

The City of Columbus’ income tax rate is currently equal to the lowest of the 10 big cities in Ohio and is compa-rable to surrounding central Ohio com-munities. Compared to other American cities, Columbus has an average over-all tax rate, and would remain in the median average even if the half-penny increase is enacted.

Due to budget realities, the City is asking residents to approve a tax increase August 4. The mayor is required by City Charter to submit his proposed budget in November. By put-ting this measure on the August ballot, the mayor, and council will have time

to make responsible budget decisions based on the results of the vote.

Columbus maintains a separate capital fund to pay for critical neighbor-hood infrastructure projects while main-taining a general fund to pay for city operations. These funds, by law, cannot be used for hiring employees, such as police officers and firefighters.Paid for by Citizens for Strong Jobs and Good neighborhoodsDonald J. McTigue, Treasurer 550 e. Walnut St., Columbus, OH 43215

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The secret is out about C.M. Grant Leadership AcademyBoth schools are managed by The Leona Group which was formed in 1996 by Dr. William Coats, a national leader in educa-tion reform. Foundational to The Leona Group is the belief that all children, regardless of ethnicity or economic status, can learn and achieve. For this reason, Leona Group schools are located almost exclusively in urban centers where there is the greatest need for educational choice and opportunity. Though Leona now manages almost 70 schools in five states, each school program is distinctive, designed to meet the specific needs of its community it serves.

For more information, contact Michelle Johnson, school leader, at 614.252.2087 or visit www.cmgrant.com. C.M. Grant Leadership Academy is sponsored by St. Aloysius.

Word is getting out about the high-quality programming at C.M. Grant Leadership Academy, 2030 Leonard Ave., Columbus. Perhaps one of Columbus’ best kept secrets in elementary educa-tion, the K-6 community school is now turning heads. Enrollment has more than doubled for fall, 2009, though the school remains committed to maintaining its small school size and nurturing class-rooms. Families are encouraged to apply for enrollment soon, as spaces are filling up fast.

Leading the charge is Michelle Johnson, who also serves as school leader at South Scioto Academy. Essential to both schools are car-ing teachers who provide every student with a program tailored to meet his or her unique needs. “We’ve been helping children who are below grade level, or those with various challenges, become proficient, and those who are at or above grade level excel beyond. The biggest challenge has been letting families know we are here!” explains Johnson.

A t C.M. Grant Leadership Academy, tomorrow’s leaders are developed through focused efforts and hard work in a structured environment. Each student is

provided with an individualized success plan, tailored to meet his or her individual needs. Our quality enrichment programs and committed staff make for a caring and nurturing environment, while our demonstrated, personalized attention ensures that No Child is Left Behind.

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As a chronic autoimmune disease, lupus causes the immune system to mis-takenly attack the body’s own healthy cells and tissue as though they were foreign invaders. Without intervention, the condition can lead to tissue damage, organ failure, disability and in many cases, death.

In an effort to raise awareness among women (ages 18-44) who are at greatest risk, the Ad Council and U.S. Department of Health & Human Ser-vices (HHS) Office on Women’s Health launched a national PSA campaign in English and Spanish to address lupus and communicate the importance of early diagnosis and treatment. The cam-paign includes ads that feature actual women who have been diagnosed with lupus portraying women who are expe-riencing symptoms of the disease but have not yet asked their doctors or local community health centers, “Could I have lupus?”

“Despite its prevalence in the U.S.,

lupus is rarely discussed and often misunderstood among women in our country,” explains Dr. Wanda K. Jones, deputy assistant secretary for women’s health at HHS.

The disease can have a wide range of symptoms including fatigue, hair loss, painful or swollen joints, fever, skin rashes and kidney problems. However, in the majority of people who are living with lupus, early and effective treatment can minimize symptoms, reduce inflam-mation and pain, help maintain normal functions and prevent the development of serious complications.

The PSAs conclude with the tagline, “For answers. For support. For hope.” Women are directed to a new interactive Web site, www.couldIhavelupus.gov, or to a toll-free number (1-800-994-9662), to learn about symptoms and treatment options and to access local resources. The site encourages visitors to upload their personal stories and post com-ments in an effort to initiate a dialogue

about the disease.“The campaign can significantly

increase awareness and help women achieve early diagnosis, which will give them the greatest chance for improved health and long-term survival,” says Dr. Jones.

Talking to their doctor about lupus could help keep women safe.

such a big difference as organ donors,” said Calloway.

Calloway encourages central Ohio-ans to join her at “A Hero’s Tribute,” an event coinciding with National Minority Donor Awareness Day. The free worship arts production depicts lives touched by organ and tissue donation through song and dance. The event will be held at Faith Ministries on Saturday, August 1 at 6:00 p.m. For more details, visit www.lifelineofohio.org or call 800-525-5667.

church adopted a school and commit-ted to performing regular clean-up and gardening tasks.

The “Faith in Action” program includes an awareness building cam-paign that educates the church on the power of “loving our neighbors.” The program also helps church members invite people in their community to join in serving. Small group materials are also available in Spanish.

More than 800 churches have signed up for “Faith in Action Sunday” to date, although some have chosen alternative dates for the event. Some are joining together to do community-wide and

even city-wide events.The theme for this year’s “Faith in

Action Sunday” is “Don’t go to church. Be the church,” said Abel.

“First Lady Michele Obama recently went on national television asking Americans to volunteer in their local communities. ‘Faith in Action’ is a great way to show the world that service is not just a one-time initiative, but for fol-lowers of Jesus Christ, is a way of life,” he said.

“I recommend ‘Faith in Action’ to any church that wants to mobilize for greater community outreach,” said John O’Neal, pastor of Grace Lutheran

Church in Des Moines, Wash., one of the churches that participated in “Faith in Action Sunday” in 2008.

Eric Marsh, pastor of Long Beach Grace Brethren Church, in California, said, “’Faith in Action’ is a way to kick-start a church’s focus on external ser-vice. It’s not just the one-day thing.”

World Vision (www.worldvision.org) is the world’s largest Christian humanitarian relief organization. Out-reach, Inc. (www.outreach.com) is a leading provider of outreach and evan-gelistic material for churches.

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Over the 50-year history of the com-pany in America, Honda associates have embraced new challenges and in doing so have taken risks, made mistakes, questioned ideas generally accepted as common sense and, at times, experi-enced failure.

These failures can be found in any number of aspects of the business, from racing to product design to engineering and more.

It has been the willingness to allow failure that has enabled the people that make up Honda to stretch themselves and deliver innovation--becoming the first automaker to meet the U.S. Clean Air

Act without a catalytic converter (Civic CVCC 1974), becoming the first Japanese automaker to design and build cars in the U.S., producing the first hybrid car for sale in the U.S. (Insight, 1999) and more.

How can failure lead to achieving success? Learn from it and make some-thing positive out of it by addressing what happened and identifying what can be learned from that experience. The willingness to fail is a tough hurdle. If something doesn’t work the first time, but does on the fifth, then were those failures or part of the path to success? As Thomas Alva Edison, the inventor of the lightbulb, once said, “Many of life’s failures are experienced by people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.”

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