Reflection On The 143rd Shorter Convocation

For the worship service, I visited one of the Quaker's Friends meeting houses. Since my family's religious background is Catholic Christian, This offered interesting views and different perceptions. Quaker's history and believes were especially brought me interest.

The service was tremendous that night. It’s easy to say that we had an astounding speaker, and an even better worship band. The passion the lead singer expressed for God was so monumental. Every word he sang came from the soul. Nevertheless, the night was coming to an end. I was looking forward to what day two of Momentum has in store for us.

We were lined up in alphabetical order by the brick wall. Our silky blue robes brushed the floor as we fidgeted nervously. A wooden stage was set up in the front of the gym since our school didn’t have an auditorium. Blue and gold banners with the distinct St. Francis de Sales cross imprinted were draped over an arc-like frame for the backdrop. An aisle ran down the middle of the rows of foldable chairs, now occupied with our parents, relatives, friends, and teachers. They sat on the edges of their seats with their phones raised, already prepared to capture the perfect graduation shot. Mr. Johnson, my U.S. history teacher, was standing rigidly in the center of the stage along with our church pastor and our principal. The certificates were clutched tightly in his hands. During the ceremony rehearsal, we were instructed to shake hands

What struck me as beautiful was the way they called out names for those who needed special prayers. I have seen this done before, but not this way. It was breath taking because they paused and took turns speaking there was great order. Now I’m not sure who the worship leader was, if it was the young lady that started off the service, if so she did a great job setting the tone. What I did learn is that there is religious worship service that are not over takin by an individual that makes it a one man show. What I learn that I will take away from this is that it’s not about being in the spot light, it’s about letting Christ shine through

Hearing Jay Erskine Leutze speak at the convocation helped me to further understand his book Stand Up That Mountain. I was able to understand why he had written the book and what led him to be passionate about conservation. It also helped me understand the importance of the Appalachian Trail and what a true beauty it is and that it was worth the fight for the people that call it home.

The Texas Southern University convocation was celebrated on Thursday 10th of September, 2015.However, this was an exceptional anniversary celebration for the school. The event started 10am prompt with opening prayer, followed by national anthem. Dr Thomas Freeman recognized Deans, Administrators, the first lady of Texas Southern University, faculties, staff, new students, old students, and all the attendees. The president of the Texas Southern University, Doctor John M. Rudely spoke on inception of the school, and how students should utilize the opportunity to be successful.

It was around five o’clock in the morning when my mom and I had pulled into the back parking lot at my church where others had already parked. Once I stepped out of my car I could feel the excitement and anticipation buzzing in the air; every single one of us teens there were so excited to serve. After my youth group had packed the van up tight and said our goodbyes we piled into the two small buses. We were ready for the four hour drive to Catholic Heat Workcamp in Dover, Delaware.

Tonight is a special night as twelve years of schooling comes to an end, and with that, we will face the real word and realise our destiny. We cannot predict what is around the corner but as turn the page on the next chapter of our lives into adulthood we will take with us what we have learned from our past. Most importantly the senior years as these times have shaped us into the young adults we have become. I’m going to explain the last two years

This has become a turning point on how I see worship on campus and motivates me to seek out other worship services on campus and within the community through which I can continue to worship beyond the confines of my native language. It also has raised my awareness to the significant Hispanic population on campus, which was a welcome surprise. It made me joyful to know that those from Hispanic nations felt welcome at Liberty and prompted me to consider ways in which I could personally reach out to them as they transition cross

Upperclassmen and Allen Alumni spoke highly of this day, as if it was a right-of-passage while simultaneously being a learning experience filled with enlightenment. I tend to be a bit of a pessimist, so I wasn’t expecting much take away - I should’ve known better.

I attended the seventh preface event “Keynote Address”. It was held in the Hodge Arena on September 28th, 2017 from six o’clock until seven o’clock. The speaker was Reverend Eric S.C. Manning the Senior Pastor of Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, SC. I arrived around 5:45 and there was a good amount of people there already. I sat close to the front so I am not sure if all the seats ended up being filled. However, I would say there were at least 250 people in attendance. The event started out with an introduction from Dr. Brendan B. Kelly, then the USC Upstate Gospel Choir sang two amazing songs, followed by a few words from Dr. Monika Shehi, and then finally Reverend Eric S. Manning began his speech.

Last week all Lindenwood University freshman were required to attend Convocation. Which before going I had no idea what Convocation even was, but after going I am definitely glad that I went. The meeting got me excited about starting my college career at Lindenwood University.

When I was told going to Convocation equals extra credit, I knew that I was going to go. I was told throughout high school to take every opportunity at extra credit that I could get. Now, it is a habit that is instilled in me. Little did I know I would get more out of Convocation than I ever believed possible. Convocation started with some formalities such as the Moment of Silence and the National Anthem. To be completely honest with you, I did not know what was going to happen next. Was this going to be beneficial? Or was I going to sit through something completely bored? The President of Cleveland State, Bill Seymour, stood to talk to the student body. He began to explain to us what exactly Convocation was: a way to “unite the campus community,”

How did this event connect you with your readings, classroom experience and/or general knowledge about

As the hymn came to its conclusion, and the choir completed their chant, Father Sullivan advanced towards the podium that was adjacent to the altar. Standing at the podium, Father Sullivan enunciated the words “The Lord be with you,” to which the crowd responded “And with your spirit;” He then greeted us kindly, and welcomed us to the church.