A Model For Success

In our fluxing spiritual world, we must be prepared to walk in our greatness. But, before we can do that we have to know what it is and cultivate it. It's crucial we understand that "what we are bringing to the party" is the frequently overlooked first-step, and the key component to our receiving the fruit of favor and substantial economic support.

By focusing on what you can give instead of what you can receive, this book will help you reignite your passion, uncover the uniqueness of your vision, and strategically walk your calling out step by step.

If you are ready to transform your ministry from good to great or from great to exceptional, and to literally be chased down by your infinite blessings, this book is definitely for you.

The Young Leaders' Academy of Baton Rouge, Inc.

"We cannot always build the future for our youth, but we can build our youth for the future."  Franklin D. Roosevelt

The Young Leaders' Academy of Baton Rouge, Inc. exists to nurture the development of leadership abilities of young African-American males, empowering them to improve the quality of their lives and assist them in becoming productive citizens.

What Makes a Black Man?

by Garlin Gilchrist II

Part I: Two Principles of Manhood

Where are all the Black men? Where are all the good Black men? These questions are asked so often today that we don't even think about what they really mean or why they're being asked. Everybody's wondering though:Black women seeking companions, Black children seeking fathers, Black men seeking friendships. In fact, the only people not asking where the Black men are the people who don't care if they ever find another one.

Whenever a question like this is asked, it really is a search for a definition: in order to find something, you have to know what it is you're searching for. A proverb from Zimbabwe says "If you don't know where you're going, any road will get you there."Similarly, if you don't know what you're asking for, you won't know if you've found it.

Something for the Soul

This month Jeanette is listening to the trumpet(er)'s call (as well as the melodious sounds of his kin).

The Marsalis Family - A Jazz Celebration

Here's what we're working on for Fall!

• Giving to Receive
• The Dragonfly Fund
• MentorING: Bringing Action to Advice