'Indy Timeline' of Upcoming Events Governor Daniels Speeks to Faith Leaders
by Ellen Spencer, Citywide Communications TeamINDIANAPOLIS - Tuesday, August 19th- Faith leaders from around Indiana were invited to a luncheon hosted by Curt Smith (Indiana Family Institute) and a host committee of a dozen others. There were hundreds of people in attendance for the Indiana Faith Leaders Luncheon held at Jonathan Byrd's Cafeteria in Greenwood.
It was an uplifting time of getting acquainted with others who minister to their communities, connecting and networking with others who use their expertise in various ways in order to serve the people of this state.
The event culminated with a speech by our Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels, who was introduced by his own church's Reverand John Gable (Tabernacle Presbyterian Church, Indianapolis).
Governor Daniels spoke in a sincere and candid manner about his admiration for our faith based ministries. Applause met his statement that what the youth of our state need most is an intact family. "Government is a blunt instrument," he continued, " your moral example has never been more important" . . . "The kind of example you set is golden in it's importance."
In a very personal tone, the Governor shared his perspectives on serving the people of this state with intentionality, guided by his own beliefs in forgiveness and charity to fellow mankind. This can be a balancing act that rivals any being done on a balance beam in Beijing, China right now, the governor stated to receive an understanding chuckle.
Governor Daniels also mentioned the very recent passing of Lucious Newsom, a ninety-plus gentlemen and fellow servant to the needy. He paid tribute Mr. Newsom while challenging all present to live our lives in such a God-loving, people-serving manner.
At the conclusion of his speech, Dr. Charles Ware closed our time in prayer. The crowd dispersed to the quite murmuring of hundreds of faith leaders continuing to greet one another and connect with business cards and pleasant conversation.
Though his speech had been delivered, and the event was officially ended, one thing remained. Our governor, remained at the front of the room greeting ALL people who waited in line. He kindly shared a personal word, signed autographs, and graciously posed for photographs as digital cameras and cell phone cameras flashed. He was again demonstrating his stated priorities of staying in touch with the people and leading by example.
When my turn had arrived, I asked him to please write in my notebook one of his favorite verses. This is what he wrote [while stating that he wasn't positive of the exact wording off the top of his head]:
"Seek to be a workman approved by God ... 2 Timothy 2:15, Mitch Daniels 8/19/08."
On a personal note: I had already admired our governor for his approachability, integrity and public witness and example. These qualities especially shine forth against the darkness that can be seen in newsdriven "packaging" found in various political races going on at this time.
It was refreshing to hear positive and uplifting remarks echoing throughout this room . . . associated with Governor Daniels administration. After having been blessed to be surrounded by so many of our state's God-directed leaders, I felt especially proud to call myself not only a Christian, but a Hoosier.
NOTE: a two-part video of some of Governor Mitch Daniels follows.
posted by Ellen5e @ 11:49 AM
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