5th Annual FOCUS
Faith-Based Symposium
Learn from community leaders how to revitalize under-resourced neighborhoods, through a new sense of volunteerism and hope!
DATE & TIME
Thursday, February 22, 2018
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
LOCATION
Suncoast Cathedral
2300 62nd Ave North
St. Petersburg,
FL
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In partnership with Florida Dream Center, Juvenile Welfare Board of Pinellas County, and Eckerd Kids Community Alternatives, this symposium will highlight the collaborative efforts and impact of diverse faith-based ministries and social service agencies. The symposium will include a panel discussion with community leaders and presentations of Real Results Today for a Hopeful Tomorrow!
SPEAKERS:
Dr. Marcie A. Biddleman
Chief Executive Officer, Juvenile Welfare Board
Mr. Zachary Gibson
Chief Child Advocate, Governor’s Office/State of Florida
Pastor Bill Losasso
New Path Community Church & Florida Dream Center
Rev. Clarence Williams
Greater Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church, St. Petersburg
Mrs. Donna Welch
Faith-Based Literacy Dir., James B. Sanderlin NFC
Rev. Kenneth F. Irby
Bethel A.M.E. Church, St. Petersburg
Pastor Ayakao Watkins
Kingdom Bible Christian Church, Clearwater
Rev. Jack Stephenson
Anona United Methodist Church, Largo
Mr. Mark Dufva
Exec. Dir., Catholic Charities/St. Petersburg Diocese
Rev. Dr. John Walker Brent Stancil
Community Bible Baptist Church, Pinellas Park
FOCUS (Family Oriented Concept Unified to Serve) is a network of faith-based, community based organizations and social service providers. The mission is to increase access to needed services in order to build the resiliency of individuals and families resulting in stronger and healthier communities.
EVENT CONTACTS:
Yaridis Garcia 727-453-5662 / ygarcia@jwbpinellas.org
Joanne Reich 727-453-5624 / jreich@jwbpinellas.org