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Welcome, Pastors, Churches, Non-profit organizations, business Executives, Trade owners, fellow Christians, family & friends to this latest edition of ACUMEN I would like to seize this opportunity to thank all those that have been supporting us all the away with your prayers, donations and advertisements and subscription purchases of ACUMEN. Every quarter our vision is to produce ACUMEN with rich and educative articles, interviews and information to further motivate, inspire and encourage the Christian business person to excel in their chosen business or trade. In response to your letters and comments we have introduced the following new sections to the Magazine. LETTERS, BUILD MY CHURCH, FIRST LADIES, REFLECTIONS, PRESENT YOUR BODY, MAKING MELODY & PROFESSIONAL PROFILES.
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THE CREDIT GAME First, let’s get some clarity: although the three major credit reporting agencies are called Credit “Bureaus”, they are NOT owned or operated by the Government.
“Credit Score.” The Financial Institution or Reporting Organization. They are going to tell all of your financial business! Especially when you mess up and miss a payment. The Consumer. That’s You !
The 3 major Credit Bureaus: Equifax, Experian, and Trans Union, along with their good friend Fair Isaac Corporation (FICO) are privately owned business. Secondly, the laws that govern credit reporting and collection activities are the Fair Credit Reporting Act, which governs the organizations that report information to the credit bureaus, and the Fair Debt Collection Protection Act, which governs the organizations that execute collection activities and protect the consumer. It is the responsibility of the financial institution or reporting organization to report “accurate” information. All the credit bureaus do is report what they are given and look for public record to add the files to make them more appealing for organizations to want to purchase credit reports and credit scores from them. Yes, these privately owned businesses make money off the organizations that want to report to them and make money off the organizations that want to view your credit report and credit score from them. Therefore, this is just a CREDIT GAME. Every game has Players. Each Player has a Position to play and all Players want to WIN!!! CREDIT GAME PLAYERS The players of the Credit Game are: The Credit Reporting Agencies (Credit Bureaus): Equifax, Experian, and Trans Union. They are all in cahoots with their good buddy FICO, also known as the
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THE RULES OF THE GAME Every game has rules. Rule #1: Understand that whatever you do financially and how you pay it back will be reported on your Credit Report and will affect your Credit Score. So don’t mess up!!! Ok, if you kind of messed up in Rule #1… Rule #2 of the Credit Game is hidden in the above state laws: FCRA and FDCPA!!! If YOU don’t know that rule of the game, your credit score is probably low and you are probably paying very high loan interest and fees.
PLAYER POSITIONS Each of the players has positions in an effort to win this Credit Game. The Credit Reporting Agencies: To report the information that they receive from all who report to them. They want to MAKE as much MONEY by getting financial institutions and organizations to pay to report to them AND by getting financial institutions and organizations (employers, insurance companies, cell phone providers, utilities, etc.) to pay to view the consumers Credit Reputation … I mean Credit Report and Credit Score. The Financial Institution or Organization: To report financial information “accurately”. They want to MAKE as much MONEY off the consumers. The LOWER the Credit Score, the presumed HIGHER the Risk, therefore, the HIGHER the loan interest rates, fees, cost of service, etc. That is called “Risk Based Pricing.” The Consumer: To purchase money to pay for goods or obtain services at a reasonable or low cost. You want to SAVE as much MONEY as you can when you obtain a loan for goods and/or pay less for services.
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So who teaches people these Rules of the Game? Good question. Most consumers have been trying to educate themselves on Money and Credit Management or seeking organizations or financial advisors to help educate them. IRONY: Most consumers expect Financial Institutions to teach them the rules of the game. HELPFUL HINT: Your opponent may not be willing to share with you how to win the game they are playing. Remember: The less you know, the more you’ll pay. PG 42 ABOUT THE AUTHOR Tarra Jackson is a single mother, Credit Union Executive, Author, Credit Coach, Motivational Speaker, Financial & Credit Educator for those who have experienced financial and credit adversities. Her passion is to share best practices that she has learned with consumers to help them regain or enter into healthier financial and credit relationships. Known for her dedication to financial literacy and community reinvestment, Tarra Jackson serves her community as the Executive Vice President of a Credit Union in Atlanta since 2008. Tarra has almost 20 years of experience within the financial services industry. She is an energetic and charismatic public speaker who has spoken at numerous conferences and training sessions nationally and internationally. Some of the awards she has received include : People You Need To Know Financial Superstar, 2010 & Who's Who in Black Atlanta, 2010
Dressing for success ; Showcasing Clothes, Shoes, Accessories & perfumes EDITORIAL COMMENTARY ” I beseech you therefore brethren by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service” Romans 12:1 The book of Genesis in the bible shows us how God created man in his own image and likeness. Gen 1: 26 Man's spirit came out of the breath of God into the body that God had formed from the dust of the earth and he became a living soul. Gen 2: 7 Then just as God covers himself with light like a garment God covered man with his own glory and gave him power and dominion over all crea on. Unfortunately as a result of disobedience to God’s instruc on and hearkening to the voice of the devil man lost his glory covering and resorted to an apron covering he made with his own hands from leaves. Gen 3: 7
struggle for clothing and for our bodies to be covered. This struggle is a lifelong struggle that will only end when the lamb of God Jesus Christ the atonement of man’s sins - comes back to take his bride the church and then man will be translated and his covering will be the glory of the lamb of God. II Cor 5: 2
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Un l then every believer and child of God must learn how to present their bodies to God as a living sacrifice. I Cor 6:20 Just as God was detailed about the clothing the Levites—his priests wear ; we have to learn to dress properly to represent God. Exo 28 Just as God enjoys the prayers of saints as incense ; we have to learn how to always to become a sweet aroma both physically and spiritually to those around us. Rev 5: 8 This sec=on was introduced to showcase clothing, shoes, perfumes and body accessories to present your physical body to the world and to God in the best possible manner.
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MEET PASTOR T Pastor Teresa Jordan (affec onately known as Pastor T) -Founder and CEO
PLAYS & THEATRE WORK With over thirty years of experience in the performing arts, theater technology, vocal instruc on, interpre ve dance and choreography, Pastor Teresa Jordan (Pastor T) is a versa le woman who has brought a whole new outlook to reaching at risk youth. Her highly dis nguished resume includes authorship of the celebrated plays, “When A Man Loves A Woman”, “Sis-tazzz”, “Miracles”, "From Rags to Riches", "Sing Unto the Lord a New Song", "Somebody Say Amen", "Everything Must Change", "Am I My Brother's Keeper", "The Three Faces of Eve", and many others. Her wri ng talents extend beyond those of a playwright to the pages of her selfpublished booklet, "Organizing Youth Ministries", which was distributed throughout the Eastern United. Pastor T has more than proved her musical talents as a par cipant in the interna onally renowned organiza on, "Up With People", where she toured throughout the United States, and overseas to Holland, Finland, The Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Germany, Switzerland, Belgium and Paris.
PASTOR THERESA JORDAN Pastor T. has been ac ve as the Writer, Producer, Director and Project Coordinator for Triune since 1994 and is commi#ed to introducing this unique concept to communi es na onwide. She is pursuing a dream of building a music and fine arts center in the Atlanta area and eventually in Tampa Bay, FL, Dallas, TX, Jacksonville, NC and Spartanburg, SC. These centers will provide instruc on in every area of the arts including interpre ve dance, drama, pantomime, vocal instruc on, television and radio broadcast. They will house youth development centers, community theaters, dance halls, produc on studios, and recrea onal facili es. The centers will be home for the largest student work-study programs in the country and will bridge the gap be-
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EDUCATION Educa on: 1995 BA Chris an Educa on and Theology, Family Bible Ins tute College and Seminary. Professional Experience: Triune Produc ons Group of Atlanta, CEO; Triune Worldwide Ministries, Founder/CEO; Triune Global Publishing, Inc., CEO; Triune Management and Booking, Owner; The Triune Singers, Manager; Triune Worldwide Records, Owner; Tri-Sa# Sounds, Inc., Co-Owner; Writer, Director, Choreographer, Producer, Author, Public Speaker/Orator; Vocalist; Toured the U.S. and Europe from 1981 to 1984; toured Triune’s stage produc ons from 1995 un l present. PRAYZEFEST GOSPEL HOUR In 2010 doors opened for the radio ministry to manifest and the PrayzeFest Gospel Hour show hosted by Pastor Teresa Jordan (affec onately known as Pastor T) was birthed. Since then God has opened the territory to extend to the development and management of The Prayzefest Gospel Network (The PG Network) which is a 24 hour Radio and Television Network managed by Pastor T. with the assistance of Pastor Jared Hill, Minister Regina Ragsdale, Michelle Hampton and Mr. Antheny Hampton of Parock Entertainment as this network brings great opportuni es and exposure for independent gospel ar sts worldwide.
AWARDS The PG Network has just been nominated for Best Internet Media Group of the Year by the Rhythm of Gospel Music Awards as well as Best Show for the produc on of the BAP Ministries show on The PG Network (host: Brodric Purvis, Brodric Purvis Produc ons).
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THE REACH PROJECT In September 2011 the launch of The REACH Project took place as ar sts from over 15 different regions came together in Atlanta to record the Reach song and video which is marked to become a global independent gospel ar sts movement like no other all founded and managed by Pastor Teresa Jordan with the guidance and leading of the Holy Spirit. Ac=vi=es: Na onal Media Director for The Urban Inspira onal Awards, Board of Directors, Triune Worldwide Ministries; Na onal Conference Advisor Spirit of Christ Ministries; Advisor to several local performing arts troupes, trainer (character development, dance, vocals, ligh ng, sound, costumes, make up, administra on) for over one hundred local ar sts; promoter and tour coordinator for Triune’s shows. A Total of 37 years of theatrical and music industry experience. PICTURES OF PASTOR T INTERVIEWS & TRUINE SINGERS ON PG 63 & 65
Men Of High Standards Melvin “Action” Johnson Attorney / Civil Rights Advocate Chief Judge Born in Bomi Hills, Liberia, Melvin “Ac=on” Johnson’s giS in advocacy & character of standing up for the underdog started when at the tender age of 4 years ,while holding on to his grandmothers wrapper in the village square court in Lakpazee Liberia, he ques oned the disparity in the local magistrate judge’s decisions in a child support enforcement case and a breach of contract decision. Dr. Melvin “Ac=on” Johnson holds an accountancy degree, a bachelors of law degree and a Doctorate Degree in Jurisprudence from Georgia State University. He earned the nick name “Ac on” for his advocacy skills. Before star ng a successful law prac ce, Dr. Melvin “Ac=on” Johnson worked and gained valuable experience from various private and governmental bodies in Atlanta, Georgia; including, Kilpatrick Stockton LLC Law firm, Sutherland Asbill & Brennen LLC Law firm, The Internal Revenue Service Li ga on Department, The Georgia State University Tax Clinic, The Rockdale County Public Defender’s Office, KPMG Tax Consultants, Long & Heard, LLC Law firm, etc In the Summer of 2008, he was selected out of numerous candidates by the Government in Lithonia, Georgia to serve as its first black Judge in its 152 years history. At age 35, he was at that me also the youngest to ever serve in that posi on. He is also the first African and first Liberian to hold that posi on. Today he serves as the Chief Judge with plenary powers over all court affairs. Dr. Melvin “ Ac=on” Johnson has been and con nues to be a quiet community servant. He runs a mentorship program called L.I.F.E. (Liberians Integrated For Excellence), through which he rou nely takes youths to local jails, courthouses, libraries and other inspiring places. He quietly provides computers, sta oneries, per diem and numerous school aids and assistance for many youths and young adults. Today, Dr. Melvin “ Ac=on” Johnson, or he actually prefers to be called simply Melvin or brother Melvin, is a successful lawyer and Chief Judge in the metro Atlanta, Georgia area.
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Dr. Melvin “Ac=on” Johnson has a passion for the LORD, learning, prac cing law, judging, spending me with his family, as well as serving the community.
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7 Strategies for successful Chris=an Events By DR Williams
Chris an Events are big business and event planners who cater to this specific niche are today’s trend se#ers and industry directors! These types of Conferences and Conven ons are growing at an astounding rate with thousands in a#endance. Lucra ve careers in the Chris an Mee ng Planning and Event Management industry offers leadership posi ons and execu ve level rewards! However, advancement in this market is not a random occurrence that happens by chance. This list of seven strategies combines years of experience and biblical principles blended with sound business techniques to create the perfect synergy for success! 1. Commit Your Plans— The essen al principles for successful mee ng professionals include knowledge, skill and the desire to achieve. Mee ng professionals that remain on top must understand the evolving needs of the Chris an Event client to keep the collabora ve efforts fresh and on target for a mutually beneficial rela onship. Allow the LORD to help you create the “Wow” for your next event! Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and your plans will succeed. Proverbs 16:3, NLT. 2. Check Your List— Organiza on and a#en on to detail are crucial to the planning and execu on of flawless mee ng experiences. The checklist can be achieved through project management soSware for complex mul -faceted events and should be updated consistently throughout the planning process.
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Let all things be done decently and in order. workshops and worship services. 1 Corinthians 14:40, NKJV. Therefore, it is important to expect the unexpected and plan for unlikely possibili es 3. Count The Cost— that might occur. Fine-tuning nego a on skills for a#endee management, event site selec on, marAnd now to him who can keep you on your ke ng consul ng, supplier preferences, feet, standing tall in his bright presence, technology strategies, trade show fresh and celebra%ng—to our one God, our management and venue contract analysis, only Savior, through Jesus Christ, our Master, are fundamental. Compiling these factors be glory, majesty, strength, and rule before will help develop a budget with the best all %me, and now, and to the end of all %me. pricing advantages. This will also minimize Yes. costly contract penalty errors when nego - Jude 1:24, MSG.*** a ng event ameni es. 6. Create Your Time Line— Know the me requirements for all aspects But don’t begin un l you count the cost. For who would begin construc on of a build- of your event. Nothing is worse than wai ng ing without first calcula ng the cost to see if un l the last minute to order services that can result in failure to deliver and cost there is enough money to finish it? Luke 14:28, NLT. overruns. 4. Choose Your Team— Think BIG and inspire others who work with you to embrace a philosophy of excellence by your example. Your team will consist of leaders who will have groups of people coopera ng with them to achieve specific components of the overall event.
The successful Chris an Event Planner must be on me, in me and without me delays. TO EVERYTHING there is a season, and a %me for every ma8er or purpose under heaven: Ecclesiastes 3:1, AMP. 7. Confidently Complete Every Task – The implementa on of your event must be completed in excellence. Refer to your checklist to make sure that every person, every place and everything necessary happens as planned.
The confidence you exude as you check off every completed task will assure a stellar Regular mee ngs and communica on keeps event! these leaders in-sync with you and each So you see, we are shown to be right with other to pull it all together. God by what we do, not by faith alone. Just Love each other with genuine affec%on, and as the body is dead without breath, so also take delight in honoring each other. Never faith is dead without good works. be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord James 2:24 & 26, NLT. enthusias%cally. ASerwards when you access the strengths Romans 12:10-11, NLT. and any mistakes made, use that knowledge 5. Consider Con=ngencies— as a stepping-stone for your next event. Recognize that the more you know about what it takes to be successful from a logis - Remember, the resourceful and proac ve professionals who take the responsibility for cal perspec ve the be#er you can underthe success of their events are the ones who stands your execu ve role. Some include will garner the respect and the rewards in banquets, concerts, entertainment, the Chris an Events Marketplace. exhibits, keynote speakers, luncheons @ on-site registra on, prayer breakfasts,
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NOT 4 PROFIT - Pastor Teresa Jordan
PASTOR T INTERVIEWS
Pastor T ‘s interview with Vashawn Mitchell
Pastor T ‘s interviews with Canton Jones
Pastor T ‘s interview with Tia Footman
Pastor T’s interview with Bishop Paul Morton
Pastor T ‘s interview with Talein ( Former lead singer of Atlan=c Star)
Pastor T ‘s interview with Vandarray
Pastor T’s interviews with
Pastor T’s interviews with The Young Prayzr and Aunt Mabel
Pastor T— Owner & Founder Tri Sa? Sound studios
Dwayne Woods
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