The Richmond Chapters of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. proudly presented its Annual Talent Program at the 31st Street Baptist Church in Richmond, Virginia on Sunday March 8, 2020.
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The Talent Hunt provides exposure, encouragement and financial assistance to talented high school students who participate in the performing arts. Students compete for scholarships and the opportunity to showcase their talent to a distinguish group of judges.
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While there was stiff competition, Imani Nicole Carrington Hill a Junior at Appomattox Regonal Governor's School, received the highest points to become the overall winner and will represent the Richmond Area Chapters of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. at the 87th Third District Meeting.
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The Talent Hunt program provides Richmond area high school students an opportunity to develop, express and receive recognition for their talent.
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The Talent Hunt performers included: Jani Prentiss, a 12th grade Musical Theatre Major at Appomattox Regional Governor's School, performed "Being Good from Hallelujah, Baby; Flute Solo, "Allegretto" performed by Imani Nicole Carrington Hill a junior at Appomattox Regional Governor's School and Jaclyn Fierro-Jefferson, a freshman at Appomattox Regional Governor's School, performed "Cristori's Dream".
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Bro. Kenneth Williams, Phi Phi's Talent Hunt Chairman, joined by Brothers Franklin Dunn, Doug Smith, Derrick Vance and Chip Anderson at the repass of the 2020 Talent Hunt Program. The Annual Talent Hunt is an internationally mandated program of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
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On March 6, 2020, Brothers of Phi Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. helped to celebrate Read Across America Day. Bro. Adolphus Maples and Bro. Vincent Robinson read to students at Glen Lea Elementary School during the Read Across America Day celebration.
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Read Across America Day, also known as Dr. Seuss Day, is observed yearly by the NEA (National Education Association). It is held on the school day that is nearest to March 2, Dr. Seuss birthday. Theodor Seuss Geisel is best known for authoring over 60 children's books.
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NEA's Read Across America Day is an annual reading motivation and awareness program to encourage children in reading more books and also getting them excited about reading as it improves their performance in school.
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Brothers of Phi Phi joined together with Delegates Bro. C. E. "Cliff" Hayes, Jr. (D-77th District), Bro. Luke Torian (85 Psi Nu), Bro. Robert Fairchild, Chairman Political Action and other Ques from across the 3rd District at the Virginia State Capitol for Legislative Lobby Day. The issues centered on Gun Control, Equal Rights Amendment, Criminal Justice Reform, Minimum Wage and Casinos.
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The legislative day began with Delegates Bro. C. E Cliff Hayes, Jr. (Spr 87 Pi Gamma) and Bro. Luke Torian (85 Psi Nu) giving an overview of the day and outlining their legislative agenda.
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The days activities were culminated by walking over to the House and Senate Galleries to watch sessions and receiving recognition on the House and Senate Floor.
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The House and Senate praised the Third District of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., and commended them on striving to achieve the greatest possible positive impact in the communities where its chapters reside.
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In The Success Commandments, Devon Franklin makes it clear that one can be successful in the secular world without losing his/ her faith. His life reflects this point. He was senior vice president of production for Columbia Pictures, a division of Sony Pictures Entertainment when he stepped out on faith in order to pursue his dream of becoming a producer.
According to Franklin, Christians have chosen not to pursue their destiny because the church has convinced them they would lose their faith. As a result of their fear of being outside of God’s grace, many have never experienced the fullness of their lives and they missed out on the fullness of God.
Franklin defines success as a deep sense of peace. He believes that we find the most peace when we live out our true calling and fulfill the purpose which God created us. He further believes that if one makes the right choices, his/ her success in the secular world can strengthen his/ her faith. In effect, faith will not hold you back from being successful; it will empower your success. Moreover, he believes that God has never meant for His people to seal themselves in the church. “God wants us to ground ourselves in profound spirituality and faith and then venture boldly into our careers. “
In this book, Franklin includes one chapter for each of his ten commandments of success. One section of his book was particularly interesting to me. Franklin says, in effect, that if you believe that God has called you to do, do not take “No “as the final answer. He used examples of successful individuals who kept pressing after being told that they would never be successful. Walt Disney was fired from a newspaper job in Kansas City because an editor said that he lacked imagination and had no good ideas. Elvis Presley was fired by the manager of the Grand Ole Opry after one performance. Stephen King’s first book, Carrie received thirty rejections. Most of us only know about their success stories. Hopefully, these stories will inspire readers to believe in themselves.
To me, this book was very inspirational. Regardless of one’s age, there should always be goals that he/she desires to achieve. I believe that when one achieves one goal, he/she should immediately begin to work on another goal. Devon Franklin’s success commandments should serve as a guideline as one pursues his/her goals. Hopefully, what one wants for his / her life meets what God wants for him/her.
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Brothers start your day in prayer and praise. Each morning, Monday through Friday at 6:30 am EST and the First Sunday of each month at 9:00 am EST. God will hear our voice as we bring our request to Him and wait expectantly. Also advise if you have special prayer requests by emailing them to
PRAYINGOMEGAS@GMAIL.COM
Dial (712)775-7031 Passcode/Meeting ID: 674-166-340# There is power in prayer - join us for Strong prayer with a spirit of expectancy for Strong results!
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