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A CHRISTIAN RESPONSE TO BRAIN-ROT  

OXFORD DICTIONARY’S 2024 WORD OF THE YEAR “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind . . .” Romans 12:2 After over 37,000 votes, worldwide discussion, and analysis of language data, the

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NFT FOR CHARITY:THE 2021 WORD OF THE YEAR

“I strongly recommend all young entrepreneurs to invest in NFTs.” ~ Anuj Jasani 2021 was a year defined by numerous societal disruptions. Covid variants, climactic catastrophes, a foiled military withdrawal, tense courtcases, and unexpected economic down-turns. Although the vastness of

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THE ARCHERY OF NONPROFIT COMMUNICATIONS

“In any situation that calls for you to persuade, convince or manage someone or a group of people to do something, the ability to tell a purposeful story will be your secret sauce.”  ~ Peter Guber   I In the

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THE CREATIVE COCOON OF COVID-19: A RUBRIC FOR HIGHER THEOLOGICAL EDUCATION

“One of the clearest and most concrete facts of history is that men of spiritual resources may not only redeem catastrophe, but turn it into a grand creative moment.” ~ Herbert Butterfield Crisis is the cocoon of creativity. Indeed, the

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THE HOUSEHOLD HANDSHAKE: SPREAD THE FAITH NOT THE VIRUS

“Hear, my son, your father’s instruction, and forsake not your mother’s teaching, for they are a graceful garland for your head and pendants for your neck.” ~ Proverbs 1:8-9 The custom of salutation varies throughout the globe. While New Zealanders greet

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TRANSFIGURING THEOLOGICAL EDUCATION (Part 1): TOWN OR GOWN?

“The height of the mountaintop is measured by the dismal drudgery of the valley, but it is in the valley that we have to live for the glory of God.” ~ Oswald Chambers America’s theological schools and seminaries are in

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TRANSFORMATIONAL PHILANTHROPY (Part 2)

“Money is like manure; it’s not worth a thing unless it’s spread around encouraging young things to grow.” ~ Thornton Wilder, The Matchmaker The Matchmaker is a four-act comedy written by playwright Thornton Wilder in 1955. Due to its success

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THE GOSPEL OF ROSWELL (Part I) CREATING A LEGACY OF WISDOM

“Does not wisdom cry out, and understanding lift up her voice?  She takes her stand on the top of the high hill, beside the way, where the paths meet.  She cries out by the gates, at the entry of the

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FINDING YOUR VOICE (Part I) THE AKATHIST HYMN FOR LEADERS

“I am the Lord your God, Who brought you out of the land of Egypt. Open your mouth wide, and I will fill it.”  ~ Psalms 81:10 Last week, Christians throughout the globe began their respective Paschal journeys. While Catholics

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FAILING TO FACE THE FACTS: THE CONSEQUENCES OF COGNITIVE DISSONANCE

“Facts do not cease to exist because they are ignored.” ~ Aldous Huxley.  What happens when the facts of a particular situation do not match pre-conceived frameworks?  Why do leaders as well as followers stubbornly adhere to misplaced confidences when

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Testimonials

“Dr. Marangos has a rare combination of intelligence, great administrative skills. He has a great deal of experience addressing higher education challenges. Above all, Marangos is a leader. Any school would, indeed, be fortunate to hire this wise and talented individual to promote the advancement of that academic institution.” ~ Mike Emanuel, Senior Political Correspondent Fox News

“Frank’s passion is clear and his experience and wisdom brings unique qualifications that would be hard pressed to miss. Frank is a visionary leader at a time when visionary leaders are needed most.” ~ Stephen D. Minnis, President, Benedictine College

“Frank’s professional background speaks for itself. His skills are unmatched. He has successfully led entire teams of professionals, clergy, and volunteers through complex strategic and development planning efforts and then rallied them to make those plans and their associated fundraising and capital formation programs a reality. Frank’s leadership skills are not born of a false sense of authority, but rather knowledge, experience, and true charity for those he serves.” ~ Frank Ferguson, President, The Pelican Group

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