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Holding fast to our vision, Gamma Phi Delta Christian Fraternity, Inc. has implemented National Initiatives that allow us “to grow and show excellence spiritually, mentally, physically, and socially.” Our initiatives encourage the members of the fraternity to live out the love of Jesus Christ in practical ways. These programs propel us serve our communities, promote better life choices, cultivate Christian leaders and unite us as a true brotherhood. Below are brief descriptions of our initiatives. For further information on the initiatives or information on how you can participate, contact us at
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Spiritually…
Identity Infusion
Identity: sameness of essential or generic character in different instances
Infuse: to cause to be permeated with something (as a principle or quality) that alters usually for the better <infuse the team with confidence>
Ref. http://www.m-w.com/dictionary/Identity ; http://www.m-w.com/dictionary/infusing
As today’s society is constantly evolving and pressing towards the future, a lot of people of this generation are trying to understand their identity and how they play a part the grand scheme of life. In particular, men in this day are having a challenging time confronting who they really are, dealing with their past situations and growing into who God has designed them to be. Frequently facing what life has to offer, males need a space where we can honestly discuss our insecurities, feel reaffirmed as men, and are encouraged to make better life choices. Gamma Phi Delta is stepping up to tear the walls of that divide us as men and is infusing this generation of men with an authentic approach to manhood. The Identity Infusion initiative is platform for which our fraternity encourages men to truly discover who they are as men from a biblical perspective. One of the ways the fraternity has begun give men an opportunity to maximize their manhood is through the Identity Infusion Public Blog. This blog is designed to open up candid dialogue about issues which men do not typically discuss openly. Some of the topics will focus on but are not limited to issues such as growing up in a single parent home, low self-esteem, pornography, homosexuality, and male leadership. By openly discussing these topics, our hope as a fraternity is that we will begin to heal the men of our nation and break barriers that hold men back from being who God has called them to be. Other activities will include men’s conferences, retreats and fellowships. For more information about the Identity Infusion contact us at
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Scripture Reference: Romans 8:1; Romans 12: 1-2; James 5:16, 1 John 1:8-10; Hebrews 12:1-3
Mentally….
Perry H. Kay Jr. Memorial Scholarship
The Perry H. Kay, Jr., Memorial Scholarship is an annual, one-time
scholarship designed to help graduating High School seniors make the
transition from college to high school easier. Brother Kay was a
graduate of Prairie View A&M University (B.B.A., May 2002) where he
joined Gamma Phi Delta in the Fall of 1999. His professional
credentials included certifications in Real Estate Finance and
Processing which also included licensing as a loan officer. However,
his ultimate calling was as a minister. He encouraged family members,
young Christians and friends to have faith in the Lord. While pursuing
other graduate and theological studies, he was stricken with cancer,
which took his body but not his Christian spirit. This scholarship
honors the memory of this humble servant for the Lord. To view the
requirements, deadlines, application, and a more complete bio of
Brother Kay, please click the link below. For additional questions,
email
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Gamma Delta
With the same mindset of bringing others to Christ when Christ entered our hearts and we accepted him as our Lord and Savior; Gamma Delta was birthed. Gamma Phi Delta desires to train young men from the ages of 8 to 18 with Christian principles. The program varies from chapter to chapter but ultimately the same desired effect is achieved in that the young men are mentored and given Godly role models. To see if a Gamma Delta chapter exist in your area or to see the feasibility of a one being started in your area please contact us at www.gphid1988.org.
Physically…
Project 21
It has been said that after 21 days of solid repetition, we can create habits around what we desire. In an effort to create a healthy lifestyle for the men of Gamma Phi Delta Christian Fraternity, Inc., Project 21 was instituted in the fall of 2007. For 21 days straight beginning November 1st and ending on the 21st, the men of the organization will promote a more consistent physical healthy lifestyle amongst its each other. Chapters across the country will work out together, eat healthy together and execute healthy lifestyles programs in their area. Why not join in with the brothers and begin your 21 days of habit forming techniques that will change your life? Check out the websites of a Gamma chapter near you and see what they have going on for those 21 days! We look forward to hearing about the healthier you on blogs that will published right here at www.gphid1988.org. So get counting and healthier today! 1 2 3 4.......
Scripture Reference: Daniel 1
Prostate Cancer Awareness
 Gamma Phi Delta proudly supports and endorses the Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF). Gamma Phi Delta Chapters yearly put on programs, raise funds and awareness about prostate cancer. Did you know that men are 1-1/2 times more likely than woman die from cancer? Men have a higher probability of developing cancer and a smaller life expectancy once they've been diagnosed. 1 out of 6 men will be diagnosed with the prostate cancer and the death rate is even higher for African-American men than for any other racial or ethnic group. Because of this phenomenon Gamma Phi Delta has teamed up with the Prostate Cancer Foundation to increase awareness and help raise funds for research to fight this deadly disease....
The Prostate Cancer Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. All funds raised will be matched dollar for dollar until the end of the 2007 by the Safeway Foundation $1 Million Matching Grant Challenge!
Scripture Reference: Matthew 9:8, Isaiah 53:5; 1 Peter 2:24; Proverbs 15:30
Socially...
GammALO: One Accord National Conference
Gamma Phi Delta in conjunction with our sister sorority, Alpha Lambda Omega Christian Sorority, Inc., host the GammALO: One Accord National Conference. Held during the first part of August, the 5 day conference designed to unite our brother and sisterhoods while equipping the attendees for the upcoming year. Various social events and empowering seminars are held throughout the conference.
This year’s conference is being held in the lovely city of Hartford,
CT, August 5th-9th. The theme for this year’s conference is “Raising
the Bar” based off James 2:14-25.
For more information visit www.GammALO.org.
Scripture Reference: 1 Thessalonians 5:11; Philippians 4:4-9; Act 2:42
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