ROAD TO MAJORITY
JUNE 7-9TH, 2018
Hello Everyone,
ROAD TO MAJORITY, Faith & Freedom Coalition's national convention is June 7th-9th. We are expecting President Trump, Vice President Pence and many religious and political speakers to be there. We hope you will join us.
Click here for RTM sign up and bus information.
ROAD TO MAJORITY, Faith & Freedom Coalition's national convention is June 7th-9th. We are expecting President Trump, Vice President Pence and many religious and political speakers to be there. We hope you will join us.
Click here for RTM sign up and bus information.
REKINDLE THE FIRE
On Saturday May 12th the Mid-Atlantic Faith and Freedom Coalition held the first Rekindle the Fire event for people of the Catholic faith in Wilmington, De. There was a great number of people from all over Delaware who attended to learn what Catholics can do to get back into the spiritual fight for our God given rights and resisting the constant efforts to remove our rights to worship where and when we want. This event will produce long term results and more plans are in the works. Lets see how we in Pennsylvania can move this spirit in to Pennsylvania.
The speakers included MGSR Charles Pope and John Horvat.
The speakers included MGSR Charles Pope and John Horvat.
FFC New Jersey Special Meeting
On May 1st, FFCPA attended the Faith and Freedom Coalition New Jersey special meeting. During the meeting, we had the honor of presenting Mrs. Brenda Roames, the president of FFCNJ, with the distinguished " George Washington Medal Of Valor" Award. This honor is given to people who have sacrificed much and worked tirelessly to preserve and protect our religious principles and liberties. Brenda has led the FFCNJ organization since the beginning and deserves this honor and much more. On behalf of the FFC Mid-State Alliance, Congratulations, Brenda. Brenda got a standing ovation!
Also at the meeting was key note speaker, Pastor Mychal Massie, founder and chairman of the Racial Policy center. RPC advocates for a colorblind society and Mychal is just the man to present these views. Pictured is Larry Denver, pres. FFCPA, Brenda Roames and Jason O'Neil, FFCDE. Also Pastor Mychal Massie.
Also at the meeting was key note speaker, Pastor Mychal Massie, founder and chairman of the Racial Policy center. RPC advocates for a colorblind society and Mychal is just the man to present these views. Pictured is Larry Denver, pres. FFCPA, Brenda Roames and Jason O'Neil, FFCDE. Also Pastor Mychal Massie.
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Candidates Coming to Your Community
This weekend (April 21-22) two of Pennsylvania's candidates for governor where in SE PA, Paul Mango and Laura Ellsworth. FFCPA was there to hear what they had to say.
We encourage all people of faith to take the time to go see the candidates to ask questions and hear what they have to say so you can make an informed decision when you vote in the upcoming primary. The primary is probably the most important election. It is your chance to decide which candidates you think most align with your faith, are capable of doing the job and are able to win in the general election.
We encourage all people of faith to take the time to go see the candidates to ask questions and hear what they have to say so you can make an informed decision when you vote in the upcoming primary. The primary is probably the most important election. It is your chance to decide which candidates you think most align with your faith, are capable of doing the job and are able to win in the general election.
Annual Commonwealth Prayer Breakfast
FFCPA was invited to the Annual Commonwealth Prayer Breakfast in Camp Hill by Rob Fields, Executive Director of the Leaders of Faith Foundation. It was particularly important because earlier this past week I had spent the day in the capitol building meeting with legislators on different topics of interest. Many of them were at this breakfast so I had a chance to follow up with them.
The Key Note Speaker was Mark Finlay. Mark was born in Belfast, Ireland and now travels the world speaking to national leaders about leadership reconciliation. He used 2 Corinthians 5: 18-20 as his key verses. Thank you to all the public servants who attended.
God Bless, Larry Denver
The Key Note Speaker was Mark Finlay. Mark was born in Belfast, Ireland and now travels the world speaking to national leaders about leadership reconciliation. He used 2 Corinthians 5: 18-20 as his key verses. Thank you to all the public servants who attended.
God Bless, Larry Denver
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Lancaster Action Quarterly Breakfast.
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Saturday, April 14 found 15-16 FFCPA folks attending the Lancaster Action quarterly breakfast.
The guest of honor was Republican Senate Candidate Lou Barletta. He had a lot of good information for us to digest along with the good breakfast. Thanks to the Lancaster Action for their great work. Larry Denver 
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Faith & Freedom
at the
Annual Pennsylvania Leadership Conference
This past weekend was the Annual Pennsylvania Leadership Conference, in Camp Hill, Pa. This gathering of Conservative faith loving people from across Pennsylvania has been going for 30 years. As a Co-Sponsor, it gives FFCPA an opportunity to meet and exchange ideas and network with other organizations that have similar beliefs and goals.
This year with so many state wide election races, we were able to meet and talk with many of the candidates running for different offices, including the Governor's and Lt. Governors spots on the Republican side. For some reason, none of the Democrats were visible.
Faith and Freedom Coalition Pennsylvania had a very good presence with a bunch of first timers. We will see dividends in the coming year from this investment in our countries future.
Pictured are some of the our folks at the FFCPA Banquet table and Gubernatorial Candidate Paul Mango and his running mate, Diana Irey Vaughon who stopped by to say Hi. Journalist Byron York was the Key note Speaker.
We need your support to continue to do God's work across. Pa. Please help if you can.
God Bless,
Larry Denver
President
This year with so many state wide election races, we were able to meet and talk with many of the candidates running for different offices, including the Governor's and Lt. Governors spots on the Republican side. For some reason, none of the Democrats were visible.
Faith and Freedom Coalition Pennsylvania had a very good presence with a bunch of first timers. We will see dividends in the coming year from this investment in our countries future.
Pictured are some of the our folks at the FFCPA Banquet table and Gubernatorial Candidate Paul Mango and his running mate, Diana Irey Vaughon who stopped by to say Hi. Journalist Byron York was the Key note Speaker.
We need your support to continue to do God's work across. Pa. Please help if you can.
God Bless,
Larry Denver
President
Faith & Freedom Coalition PA
Religious Liberty
with National Speaker
KrisAnne Hall
FFCPA had the great honor of hosting the nationally known Constitution speaker KrisAnne Hall and her husband JC, on March 24th. We held the event in the Mother of Divine Parish Hall in King Of Prussia, Pa. We are extremely grateful to Fran Boyle and Susan Dugary for all their help in getting this event organized.
KrissAnne and JC brought a message that every concerned American needs to hear. With her understanding of the moral crisis in America today and the blueprint that was designed by our founding fathers to correct these challenges, we all had a real education presented to us. Faith and Freedom Coalition Pennsylvania would highly recommend KrisAnne Hall to anyone as a inspirational speaker guest.
Thanks and God Bless, Larry Denver, FFCPA
KrissAnne and JC brought a message that every concerned American needs to hear. With her understanding of the moral crisis in America today and the blueprint that was designed by our founding fathers to correct these challenges, we all had a real education presented to us. Faith and Freedom Coalition Pennsylvania would highly recommend KrisAnne Hall to anyone as a inspirational speaker guest.
Thanks and God Bless, Larry Denver, FFCPA
Constitution Classes Continue Across PA
FFCPA just finished the Constitution Class at Grace Community Church, Willow Street, Pa. [Lancaster area].
We had a great group of people , all ages. The group was very engaged in the discussions and looking forward to doing more classes for their friends in the future.
This class is the third one done by FFCPA in the winter session. Others were in Montgomery Co. and Bucks Co.
If were do not know our rights, we will never know when we have lost them. Education is the key.
We had a great group of people , all ages. The group was very engaged in the discussions and looking forward to doing more classes for their friends in the future.
This class is the third one done by FFCPA in the winter session. Others were in Montgomery Co. and Bucks Co.
If were do not know our rights, we will never know when we have lost them. Education is the key.
President Trump & Mike Pence Addresses March for
Life Participants and Pro-Life Leaders
FFCPA 2nd Annual Legislative Day
Larry Denver's VIDEO from the capital building in Harrisburg. Click here
Tuesday 12/12, we had our second annual Legislation day in Harrisburg. The purpose is to get our legislators familiar with FFCPA and our goals. It is important that our members know that they Do have a voice and we are important to the process of creating public policy and laws that affect our religious freedom's and liberties.
We had a good turn out with a constant parade of legislators coming through.
We had a number of young people join us from a Home school Co-op which is very important to the future of our country.
As the year winds down, we wish you all a Blessed Christmas Season and a brilliant New Year.
God Bless, Larry Denver and the FFCPA Board.
We had a good turn out with a constant parade of legislators coming through.
We had a number of young people join us from a Home school Co-op which is very important to the future of our country.
As the year winds down, we wish you all a Blessed Christmas Season and a brilliant New Year.
God Bless, Larry Denver and the FFCPA Board.
FFCPA Goes to Washington
Our Trip to the Supreme Court in Washington DC this past Tuesday was a resounding success. Thanks to the Pa. Family Institute for organizing the whole event, including transportation, food and free tickets to the brand new Bible Museum. FFCPA had about 20 people at the rally. Thank you one and all.
The sound of " We Got your Back Jack" for Jack Phillips, rings in my ears for the Colorado Baker who is being forced to decide between his business or his Religious convictions, is on the line.
Please pray that God has moved the hearts and spirits of the Justice's and a God centered decision will be reached.
The sound of " We Got your Back Jack" for Jack Phillips, rings in my ears for the Colorado Baker who is being forced to decide between his business or his Religious convictions, is on the line.
Please pray that God has moved the hearts and spirits of the Justice's and a God centered decision will be reached.
2017 Annual Christmas Party
12.08.2017
Faith and Freedom Coalition, Pennsylvania had their year end Christmas Celebration at the True North Christian Church, Trappe, Pa.
We were honored to have Montgomery Co. Commissioner Joe Gale and his family attend. Mr. Gale received the FFCPA Appreciation Award for his dedication to defending our Constitutional rights and religious freedom.
We also had FFCPA Youth Ambassador William Bulitta,[Pictured] give his presentation. He is 10 years old and the future of America.
FFCPA is still not finished with this year, and are already planning to defend our religious liberty and heritage into 2018.
We hope you all have a Blessed Christmas season and a wonderful New Year.
God Bless you all,
Larry Denver and the FFCPA Board .
We were honored to have Montgomery Co. Commissioner Joe Gale and his family attend. Mr. Gale received the FFCPA Appreciation Award for his dedication to defending our Constitutional rights and religious freedom.
We also had FFCPA Youth Ambassador William Bulitta,[Pictured] give his presentation. He is 10 years old and the future of America.
FFCPA is still not finished with this year, and are already planning to defend our religious liberty and heritage into 2018.
We hope you all have a Blessed Christmas season and a wonderful New Year.
God Bless you all,
Larry Denver and the FFCPA Board .
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Merry Christmas and a
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Happy Thanksgiving!
George Washington's Thanksgiving Proclamation 1789
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By the President of the United States of America,
a Proclamation. Whereas it is the duty of all Nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey his will, to be grateful for his benefits, and humbly to implore his protection and favor-- and whereas both Houses of Congress have by their joint Committee requested me to recommend to the People of the United States a day of public thanksgiving and prayer to be observed by acknowledging with grateful hearts the many signal favors of Almighty God especially by affording them an opportunity peaceably to establish a form of government for their safety and happiness. Now therefore I do recommend and assign Thursday the 26th day of November next to be devoted by the People of these States to the service of that great and glorious Being, who is the beneficent Author of all the good that was, that is, or that will be-- That we may then all unite in rendering unto him our sincere and humble thanks--for his kind care and protection of the People of this Country previous to their becoming a Nation--for the signal and manifold mercies, and the favorable interpositions of his Providence which we experienced in the course and conclusion of the late war--for the great degree of tranquility, union, and plenty, which we have since enjoyed--for the peaceable and rational manner, in which we have been enabled to establish constitutions of government for our |
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safety and happiness, and particularly the national One now lately instituted--for the civil and religious liberty with which we are blessed; and the means we have of acquiring and diffusing useful knowledge; and in general for all the great and various favors which he hath been pleased to confer upon us.
And also that we may then unite in most humbly offering our prayers and supplications to the great Lord and Ruler of Nations and beseech him to pardon our national and other transgressions-- to enable us all, whether in public or private stations, to perform our several and relative duties properly and punctually--to render our national government a blessing to all the people, by constantly being a Government of wise, just, and constitutional laws, discreetly and faithfully executed and obeyed--to protect and guide all Sovereigns and Nations (especially such as have shewn kindness unto us) and to bless them with good government, peace, and concord--To promote the knowledge and practice of true religion and virtue, and the encrease of science among them and us--and generally to grant unto all Mankind such a degree of temporal prosperity as he alone knows to be best.
Given under my hand at the City of New York the third day of October in the year of our Lord 1789.
Go: Washington
And also that we may then unite in most humbly offering our prayers and supplications to the great Lord and Ruler of Nations and beseech him to pardon our national and other transgressions-- to enable us all, whether in public or private stations, to perform our several and relative duties properly and punctually--to render our national government a blessing to all the people, by constantly being a Government of wise, just, and constitutional laws, discreetly and faithfully executed and obeyed--to protect and guide all Sovereigns and Nations (especially such as have shewn kindness unto us) and to bless them with good government, peace, and concord--To promote the knowledge and practice of true religion and virtue, and the encrease of science among them and us--and generally to grant unto all Mankind such a degree of temporal prosperity as he alone knows to be best.
Given under my hand at the City of New York the third day of October in the year of our Lord 1789.
Go: Washington
South Mountain Chapel Brethren in Christ Church
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FCPA president Larry Denver was invited to speak at the South Mountain Chapel Brethren in Christ Church, Shippensburg, Pa.
The congregation was open and attentive to our Faith and Freedom Coalition message. We will be working with Pastor Dave Erisman and his wife Carrie, [Pictures with Larry] in the beginning of 2018 with Constitution Classes. It was a blessed Sunday. Thank you and God Bless, Larry Denver Thank you Larry for your willingness to come and share about the Faith & Freedom Coalition with our congregation. Looking forward to working with you in the future! Dave Erisman |
National Day of Prayer and Service
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On Sat. Oct 14, volunteers and believers gathered at the Salem United Methodist Church, Pottstown, Pa. for a morning of prayer and service. We prayed for our country, leaders, forgiveness of our sins and national apathy. After the morning there, Larry Denver, Pastor Dan and Holly Schaefer from the Jerusalem Lutheran Church, Schwenksville, Pa. and the Mayor and Apostle Sharon Thomas of Pottstown, went over and delivered donated baby items to the Christ based Genesis Pregnancy Care Center. We look forward to having another such day in the spring and then again next October.
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Montco Members Meet
On Oct. 10th, Members and friends of the Montgomery Co. FFCPA group gathered for friendship and fellowship in Souderton Pa. We were treated to a presentation by 10 year old William Bulitta, the youngest FFCPA member we have. William is our FFCPA Youth Ambassador. He and his parents,[Carolyn and Henry Bulitta] are heading up the youth Ambassador program. William wants to take his message of God and Country to different young people organizations across the state. We believe he is the right person for the job. Thank you to the Bulitta family.
God Bless, Larry Denver, FFCPA
God Bless, Larry Denver, FFCPA
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325th Anniversary Celebration of the Brandywine Baptist Church
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Larry Denver from FFCPA was honored to be invited to speak at the 325th Anniversary Celebration of the Brandywine Baptist Church, in Chadds Ford, Pa. Other invited guest and speakers were Mr. Terry Wolever, Baptist historian and genealogy expert, and Mr. Michael Geer, President and founder of the Pennsylvania Family Institute. Everyone was blessed with worship and fellowship is the historic church. The food was great too.
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Mid-Atlantic Alliance and FFC National Retreat
On the weekend of Sept 29, leaders from the Mid-Atlantic Alliance and FFC National gathered together for 3 days in the beautiful Lehigh Valley area in Pennsylvania for a leadership retreat. We were hosted in a wonderful private retreat center owned by FFCPA members Dr.'s Lowell and Marie Hoffman.
We devoted our time to fellowship, improving communication between the multiple states and our national leaders, and charting out new courses for the future. FFC Pennsylvania hosted the event which was joined by leaders from FFC Delaware, FFC New Jersey, and Mr. Tim Head, the Executive Director from FFC National.
We were all blessed by the time together and look forward to much fruit for our efforts.
God Bless, Larry Denver, FFCPA
We devoted our time to fellowship, improving communication between the multiple states and our national leaders, and charting out new courses for the future. FFC Pennsylvania hosted the event which was joined by leaders from FFC Delaware, FFC New Jersey, and Mr. Tim Head, the Executive Director from FFC National.
We were all blessed by the time together and look forward to much fruit for our efforts.
God Bless, Larry Denver, FFCPA
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Annual Valley Forge Prayer in the Park
...and Picnic!
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On Sept. 9th FFCPA held the third annual "Prayer In Valley Forge Park" event.
We had a wonderful partnership with Citizens For Liberty and Valley Forge Patriots. The day was a beautiful fall day. We had a great pot luck picnic topped off by many heart felt prayers. We had guest prayers, Rep Rick Saccone and his wife Young praying for Korea. We had Rep Eric Roe praying for our government and our leaders. We had a number of pastors praying for many of the pressing issues of the day. Many attenders prayed for issues of their heart. And finally, the FFCPA Youth Ambassador, 10 year old Cub Scout William Bulitta gave a terrific presentation of why our work for God and Country is so important and a very mature prayer. He is an exceptional young man and FFCPA member[His Parents are cool too].
We look forward to expanding the event even more next year.
God Bless,
Larry Denver, FFCPA
Avon Grove School District Prayer Walk
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On Tuesday August 22nd members of Faith and Freedom Coalition, Pa, joined an Avon Grove School District Prayer walk. It was organized by the Avon Grove Ministerium and included 7 different schools. We were invited into all the schools and given free range to roam the halls, talk and pray with anyone who wanted our prayers.
We prayed with office staff, teachers, grounds personnel and even met with the whole cafeteria staff of one school and prayer with them. Prayers were said for the district school board members. Some personal prayers for family member's healing. The biggest request was for patience from many people.
It was a blessing for us to be able to bring Jesus into the schools, front and center. Please pray for this upcoming school year.
God Bless, Larry Denver, FFCPA
We prayed with office staff, teachers, grounds personnel and even met with the whole cafeteria staff of one school and prayer with them. Prayers were said for the district school board members. Some personal prayers for family member's healing. The biggest request was for patience from many people.
It was a blessing for us to be able to bring Jesus into the schools, front and center. Please pray for this upcoming school year.
God Bless, Larry Denver, FFCPA
Faith & Freedom's 2017 Summer Picnics
2017 has been a very exciting year so far. One of the best parts has been the two FFCPA picnics we held in different parts of the state. One week we had one in Chester County, and then another picnic for the folks in the Montgomery County area.
This is an opportunity for God loving people who support our nation and religious freedoms to have fellowship and break bread together. These people come from many different faith back grounds and church experiences.
The value of FFCPA and the picnics is that people of faith can see that WE are not alone. There are many folks who love our country and are willing to stand and defend our Judaeo-Christian values and liberties.
Next year we want to have 5 separate picnics across the state. COME AND JOIN US!!
This is an opportunity for God loving people who support our nation and religious freedoms to have fellowship and break bread together. These people come from many different faith back grounds and church experiences.
The value of FFCPA and the picnics is that people of faith can see that WE are not alone. There are many folks who love our country and are willing to stand and defend our Judaeo-Christian values and liberties.
Next year we want to have 5 separate picnics across the state. COME AND JOIN US!!
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" CITY ON THE HILL"
A group of FFCPA members attended an event at the Lancaster Bible College on 7/31. It was called " City on THE HILL" This is a youth program sponsored and staffed by the Pa. Family Institute. The week long program is designed to take young students from across the state and give them a unique one week experience designed to teach worldview principles and develop leadership skills.
The key note speaker that night was Dr. Paul Kengor, Author and Professor from Grove City College. He shows how the progressive movement has been systematically destroying traditional American marriage and family values for their own gain. See this important video presentation HERE.
The key note speaker that night was Dr. Paul Kengor, Author and Professor from Grove City College. He shows how the progressive movement has been systematically destroying traditional American marriage and family values for their own gain. See this important video presentation HERE.
"ROAD TO MAJORITY"
Report
The Faith and Freedom Coalition Pennsylvania took advantage of a chance of a life time. Over 65 Pennsylvania people went to the National FFC annual conference in Washington DC this past June 8,9 10.
We had the privilege of having President Trump speak to our luncheon on Thursday and Vice President Pence and his wife come on Saturday evening and speak at our closing banquet. We also had Dr. James Dobson there to receive the Winston Churchill Life Time Achievement Award for 2017.
The conference included a trip to capitol hill where we heard from numerous conservative legislative leaders and also many break out sessions covering a host of important national issues.
The main take away is that we as conservative people of faith Do have a lot to be thankful for. When we can see and meet first hand with the leaders who are believers and standing firm for our religious freedoms and protections, we can come home with a true sense of hope and faith in our future.
This does not mean we stop working, it means this is when we bear down and seal the deal.
FFCPA has a whole new set of goals for 2017-2018 and we want you to join us in this exciting journey.
All of our funding comes from people like you. Our staff are all dedicated volunteers.
Please click on the membership button and come on board.
Thank you and God Bless,
FFCPA Board of Directors
We had the privilege of having President Trump speak to our luncheon on Thursday and Vice President Pence and his wife come on Saturday evening and speak at our closing banquet. We also had Dr. James Dobson there to receive the Winston Churchill Life Time Achievement Award for 2017.
The conference included a trip to capitol hill where we heard from numerous conservative legislative leaders and also many break out sessions covering a host of important national issues.
The main take away is that we as conservative people of faith Do have a lot to be thankful for. When we can see and meet first hand with the leaders who are believers and standing firm for our religious freedoms and protections, we can come home with a true sense of hope and faith in our future.
This does not mean we stop working, it means this is when we bear down and seal the deal.
FFCPA has a whole new set of goals for 2017-2018 and we want you to join us in this exciting journey.
All of our funding comes from people like you. Our staff are all dedicated volunteers.
Please click on the membership button and come on board.
Thank you and God Bless,
FFCPA Board of Directors
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New York Faith & Freedom Coalition: Penny and I just returned from our Annual Faith & Freedom Coalition conference in D.C. I can report that despite what you hear on T.V. our nation is in good capable hands, and poised to change direction to return to the God who alone can bless our nation with his "grace shed on thee."
We would have been content to have the President or the Vice President address our group with a video taped message as has been done in the past. But to the best of my knowledge, this is the first time a sitting president, and a sitting Vice President have both came to the Omni-Shoreham Hotel to express their appreciation for our support in person!
If you have not yet heard their messages please take the time to watch.You will be encouraged, and if there was any doubt that God is giving us a reprieve, yet one more chance to get it right, that doubt will be turned to a sure hope that if the people of God will pray like it all depends on God, and work like it all depends on us we will see a genuine "revivolution" in America. (BTW, that's a political/governmental revolution inspired by a spiritual revival).
I am determined to do what I can to help New York State come back to the God who made us the Empire State, to reclaim that greatness for the benefit of our children and our grandchildren, and for His glory. And yes, I will need you to join in this "army of God" to fight, not by might nor by power but by His Spirit. Stay tuned!
For the King
Rev. Bill Banuchi
Executive Director
Email: bill@nyfaithandfreedom.com
Phone/Text: (845) 561-9499
We would have been content to have the President or the Vice President address our group with a video taped message as has been done in the past. But to the best of my knowledge, this is the first time a sitting president, and a sitting Vice President have both came to the Omni-Shoreham Hotel to express their appreciation for our support in person!
If you have not yet heard their messages please take the time to watch.You will be encouraged, and if there was any doubt that God is giving us a reprieve, yet one more chance to get it right, that doubt will be turned to a sure hope that if the people of God will pray like it all depends on God, and work like it all depends on us we will see a genuine "revivolution" in America. (BTW, that's a political/governmental revolution inspired by a spiritual revival).
I am determined to do what I can to help New York State come back to the God who made us the Empire State, to reclaim that greatness for the benefit of our children and our grandchildren, and for His glory. And yes, I will need you to join in this "army of God" to fight, not by might nor by power but by His Spirit. Stay tuned!
For the King
Rev. Bill Banuchi
Executive Director
Email: bill@nyfaithandfreedom.com
Phone/Text: (845) 561-9499
8th Annual Flag Retirement CeremonyOn Sunday, June 11, FFCPA President Larry Denver attended the 8th Annual Flag Retirement Ceremony in Schewenksville, Pa.
The Washington Camps 387 and 523 of the PATRIOTIC ORDER SONS Of AMERICA along with Boy Scout Troop 105 conducted this most solemn ceremony. Many people do not know how old and worn flags should be handled and disposed of. The Patriotic Order of Sons of America show and disposed of over 5000 flags that are collected over the past year. Pastor Dan Schaefer from the Jerusalem Lutheran Church and FFCPA member gave the invocation and benediction for the event. It does the heart good to know that we still have reverence and respect for our flag, whether new or old. FFCPA Visits Home School Group
FFCPA representative Larry Denver was honored by an invitation to speak with a group of young citizens about Christian Citizenship. The group is the Classical Christian Scholars , a Christian Home School organization that meets in the Brandywine Grace Church, Downingtown, Pa.
"The maturity, level of confidence and education of these young people is inspiring when we consider they are the near future of our country." Thank you for the invitation to share with you all. God Bless, Larry Denver, FFCPA POWER OF THE PULPITBe sure to watch this great series of short videos! Share, email, tell all you know and especially your pastors to enjoy watching this series! Click here Multimedia
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FFCPA LEGISLATIVE DAY On March 20th, FFCPA held its first state legislation day in the Harrisburg state capitol building. We had two buses of folks , representing 7 different churches attend.
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2017 Pennsylvania
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"Morally Straight" to "Transgendered" - The Boy Scouts' long journey
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FFCPA ‘s private David Barton Tour of the
U S Capitol Building
This past Thursday, [Feb.2nd] FFCPA members and friends (150) had the opportunity to have a private after hours of the Nation’s Capitol building by non other that David Barton from Texas and former PA Congressman Joe Pitts. We were blessed to be asked to be part of a 3 bus group to participate in this tour that was funded and arranged by a private benefactor in Southern Chester County.
We had 29 FFCPA people join us. The information presented by David Barton was incredible. We also had the rare privilege of being allowed to actually go into the House of Representatives chamber, sit in the members seats, and listen to David Barton and Cong. Pitts talk about our nation. We then Prayed for our nation and its leaders and sang God Bless America, “ On the floor of the house.” WOW
It is an experience we will not forget.
We had 29 FFCPA people join us. The information presented by David Barton was incredible. We also had the rare privilege of being allowed to actually go into the House of Representatives chamber, sit in the members seats, and listen to David Barton and Cong. Pitts talk about our nation. We then Prayed for our nation and its leaders and sang God Bless America, “ On the floor of the house.” WOW
It is an experience we will not forget.
FFCPA Montgomery County Breakfast meeting
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Friday we had our Montco FFCPA breakfast meeting. What a great time of fellowship. We had the honor to have Montco Commissioner Joe Gale and his Executive Administrator Matthew Suplicki join us and fill us in on matters of the county.
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For Inauguration Day
If you missed this very educational event, click on this link to watch the full webcast "The State of Pastors"
"In the broader culture today, Christian ministers are as likely to be ignored as they are to be admired. But despite the challenges they face, called and committed pastors are essential to lead and shepherd the Christian community through the wilderness ahead. But how are these leaders doing? January 26, 2017
FFC Mid-Atlantic Alliance Meeting
January 16th we had our annual meeting with the leadership from FFC National. It was held at the home of John and Pat Radel, in Wilmington. De.
We thank Jon Harbison, Patrick Purtill, and Lance Lemmonds for driving up from DC to represent FFC National. Also in attendance was Brenda Roames and Joanne Cooper from FFC New Jersey, Bill and Penny Banuchi from FFC New York, Karen Anderson from FFC Massachusetts/New Hampshire, Jason Oneil, FFC Delaware, Larry Denver and Charlie Beatty, FFC Pennsylvania.
We had good fellowship and communication, along with ideas and plans for this coming year. Thank you Lord for looking over us and leading us.
January 16th we had our annual meeting with the leadership from FFC National. It was held at the home of John and Pat Radel, in Wilmington. De.
We thank Jon Harbison, Patrick Purtill, and Lance Lemmonds for driving up from DC to represent FFC National. Also in attendance was Brenda Roames and Joanne Cooper from FFC New Jersey, Bill and Penny Banuchi from FFC New York, Karen Anderson from FFC Massachusetts/New Hampshire, Jason Oneil, FFC Delaware, Larry Denver and Charlie Beatty, FFC Pennsylvania.
We had good fellowship and communication, along with ideas and plans for this coming year. Thank you Lord for looking over us and leading us.
CHRISTMAS & YEAR END CELEBRATION DINNER
A GREAT SUCCESS
On Dec. 2nd, we held our second annual Christmas and Year End Celebration.
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"Wreathes Across America"
12/17/16
Today wreathes were laid at Arlington National Cemetery and Veteran's grave-sites all across America. It was all started in 1992 by one man's annual tribute to our veterans, inspired a legion of volunteers and gave rise to the Wreaths Across America of today. Each December on National Wreaths Across America Day, our mission to Remember, Honor and Teach is carried out by coordinating wreath-laying ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as over 1,100 additional locations in all 50 U.S. states, at sea, and abroad.
Today with the help of donations and hundreds of volunteers at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Delaware over 6,000 wreathes were laid to honor our veterens there. Before the laying of the wreaths there was ceremony to honer our veterans. Chaplain Richard Berry, Maj., CAP gave this inspiring invocation:
"Heavenly Father, on this wintery afternoon, our vets are here, we are here and You are here.
Remembering, giving thanks and honor to whom it is due is a sacred value that originates directly from You. For it is You who instructed the Israelite people to keep feasts of remembrance such as the Passover. It is Your Son who instructed the church to keep the Holy Eucharist (which means “thanksgiving”), to “do this in remembrance of Me,” to keep the sacrifices alive and to pass on to generations to come.
As Your hand guided our forefathers of this great nation in laying the foundations for justice, freedom and democracy, we pray that Your will continue to be done as it is in Heaven.
We are ever grateful for freedom, and all that freedom entails! Though it comes at great price and continues to be paid each and every day by our armed forces, let us not take this freedom for granted nor the ones who serve or have served our country and especially those who have paid the ultimate price for this freedom with their lives. Let them not be forgotten!
So today as we pause in this sacred moment to remember, let us give these men and women thankfulness and honor for their willingness to stand in harm’s way to preserve the freedoms that we so enjoy and cherish.
Let us as a nation not be found negligent in providing the honor due for our debt that cannot ever be fully repaid.
May we each be challenged by their service and sacrifice, for it is in service to others that we most reflect the image of our Creator.
We pray this in the Name above all names, to whom all power is given.
All of God’s people said – Amen."
To find a cemetery near you go to Wreaths Across America and search in your area.
Today with the help of donations and hundreds of volunteers at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Delaware over 6,000 wreathes were laid to honor our veterens there. Before the laying of the wreaths there was ceremony to honer our veterans. Chaplain Richard Berry, Maj., CAP gave this inspiring invocation:
"Heavenly Father, on this wintery afternoon, our vets are here, we are here and You are here.
Remembering, giving thanks and honor to whom it is due is a sacred value that originates directly from You. For it is You who instructed the Israelite people to keep feasts of remembrance such as the Passover. It is Your Son who instructed the church to keep the Holy Eucharist (which means “thanksgiving”), to “do this in remembrance of Me,” to keep the sacrifices alive and to pass on to generations to come.
As Your hand guided our forefathers of this great nation in laying the foundations for justice, freedom and democracy, we pray that Your will continue to be done as it is in Heaven.
We are ever grateful for freedom, and all that freedom entails! Though it comes at great price and continues to be paid each and every day by our armed forces, let us not take this freedom for granted nor the ones who serve or have served our country and especially those who have paid the ultimate price for this freedom with their lives. Let them not be forgotten!
So today as we pause in this sacred moment to remember, let us give these men and women thankfulness and honor for their willingness to stand in harm’s way to preserve the freedoms that we so enjoy and cherish.
Let us as a nation not be found negligent in providing the honor due for our debt that cannot ever be fully repaid.
May we each be challenged by their service and sacrifice, for it is in service to others that we most reflect the image of our Creator.
We pray this in the Name above all names, to whom all power is given.
All of God’s people said – Amen."
To find a cemetery near you go to Wreaths Across America and search in your area.
Faith and Freedom Coalition PA
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Election 2016Well, they said it couldn't be done. However, the progressive left continually ignores the power of God.
FFCPA wants to give a heart felt THANK YOU to everyone in the state who worked so hard to bring Pennsylvania over the line and deliver such an important success to this election. However, this is just the beginning in our battle for America's future. We know that Satan will never give up his quest for dominance, so we can never stop our quest for God's Kingdom. Our mission is and always will be to get the people of faith back into the public arena by getting men and women of faith into public service at all levels. We also need to be teaching these values from pulpits across the country. So lets take a moment to savor this success, and then prepare ourselves for the work that remains. We have proven that we can succeed. THANK YOU ALL and look to God for His Blessings. Larry Denver and the FFCPA Board Priests Urge Pro-Life Voters To Turn Out On Election Day |
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A Great Success!
DECISION AMERICA TOUR 2016
with FRANKLIN GRAHAM
HARRISBURG, SEPTEMBER 15th
It was great -- a crowd of more than 7,200 people joined me at the Capitol in historic Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, today to pray for the future of America. Christians need to pray for the election coming up and get everyone they can to vote. The presidential race is not about personalities–it's really about the Supreme Court and who the next president will appoint to this highest court in the land. This will impact the direction of the country for the next 100 years. Be sure to research the names each candidate says they would appoint and find out where they stand on biblical and moral issues. We have put together a special election issue of Decision Magazine that outlines both the Democratic and Republican party platforms to help you as you pray and determine who to vote for. It's called "Two Visions. Two Americas." Just go to billygraham.org/electionguide to order your free copy.
Tell Obama to Reverse His Directive on Public Restrooms
Faith & Freedom Coalition takes a Stand for
Personal Privacy and Religious Freedom in PA
This letter was delivered to the offices of our Representatives & Senators in Harrisburg by Faith & Freedom Coalition Volunteers on Monday June 20th. Please click on the link here FFCPA Call to Action and make difference.
June 20, 2016
Dear Pennsylvania Legislator,
Legislation has been introduced in the General Assembly that threatens personal privacy and religious freedom. These bills (HB 1510, SB 1306, SB 1307 and SB 974) add sexual orientation and gender identity to the State’s current Human Relations Act that was enacted in 1955.
First, this legislation will allow men who self-identify as women to use women’s bathrooms, showers, and changing rooms. No woman should be forced to share a public restroom or locker room with a man. These provisions apply to both private and public facilities, meaning that school bathrooms and locker rooms are included. These provisions defy commonsense and decency.
Furthermore, this legislation contains no protections for religious liberty, other than those already contained in the U.S. Constitution – which are being undermined daily. Legislation like this has been used in other states to prosecute or penalize bakers and photographers who refused to participate in homosexual wedding ceremonies.
Similar legislation in other states has diminished the charitable work of churches and religious service providers. For example, Catholic Charities has been forced to close adoption agencies rather than violate their religious beliefs. Simply put religious liberty and charitable works will be greatly diminished if these bills pass.
Finally, this legislation will expose many Pennsylvania employers to lawsuits that are nearly impossible to defend, as employers would have to identify how many homosexual or transgender individuals they employ in order to mount an effective legal defense. Thereby violating the privacy rights of their employees.
The Faith & Freedom Coalition with over 1.1 million members, along with our Pennsylvania state affiliate, opposes this legislation.
Please Support Personal Privacy and Religious Freedom and Oppose HB 1510, SB 1306, SB 1307, and SB 974.
Sincerely,
Michael Hough
Senior Policy Advisor
Faith & Freedom Coalition
Mike@ffcoalition.com
June 20, 2016
Dear Pennsylvania Legislator,
Legislation has been introduced in the General Assembly that threatens personal privacy and religious freedom. These bills (HB 1510, SB 1306, SB 1307 and SB 974) add sexual orientation and gender identity to the State’s current Human Relations Act that was enacted in 1955.
First, this legislation will allow men who self-identify as women to use women’s bathrooms, showers, and changing rooms. No woman should be forced to share a public restroom or locker room with a man. These provisions apply to both private and public facilities, meaning that school bathrooms and locker rooms are included. These provisions defy commonsense and decency.
Furthermore, this legislation contains no protections for religious liberty, other than those already contained in the U.S. Constitution – which are being undermined daily. Legislation like this has been used in other states to prosecute or penalize bakers and photographers who refused to participate in homosexual wedding ceremonies.
Similar legislation in other states has diminished the charitable work of churches and religious service providers. For example, Catholic Charities has been forced to close adoption agencies rather than violate their religious beliefs. Simply put religious liberty and charitable works will be greatly diminished if these bills pass.
Finally, this legislation will expose many Pennsylvania employers to lawsuits that are nearly impossible to defend, as employers would have to identify how many homosexual or transgender individuals they employ in order to mount an effective legal defense. Thereby violating the privacy rights of their employees.
The Faith & Freedom Coalition with over 1.1 million members, along with our Pennsylvania state affiliate, opposes this legislation.
Please Support Personal Privacy and Religious Freedom and Oppose HB 1510, SB 1306, SB 1307, and SB 974.
Sincerely,
Michael Hough
Senior Policy Advisor
Faith & Freedom Coalition
Mike@ffcoalition.com
2ND ANNUAL VALLEY FORGE “PRAY FOR THE COUNTRY”
Was a Great Success!
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2016 FFC Leader of the Year Award.
During the Road to Majority Conference this year, FFCPA President Larry Denver was honored with the 2016 FFC Leader of the Year award.
"I want every one in Faith and Freedom Coalition, Pennsylvania to know that this award was not just for me. This award is recognition for EVERYONE who worked so hard to make a difference this year.
There were a lot of meetings, events, miles driven, and prayerful moments that added up to a very productive year doing God's work.
We still have a lot of work to do and lives to touch before we can claim a victory for our country. But, we have read the end of the book, and we know how it ends. We win. We have to be faithful, trust in God and obey His direction.
Remember, it is all about relationships and having a servants heart. People don't care how much you know until they know how much you care.
Thank you to everyone and lets look forward to an exciting election season and 2017.
Thank You and God Bless,
Larry Denver, FFCPA
There were a lot of meetings, events, miles driven, and prayerful moments that added up to a very productive year doing God's work.
We still have a lot of work to do and lives to touch before we can claim a victory for our country. But, we have read the end of the book, and we know how it ends. We win. We have to be faithful, trust in God and obey His direction.
Remember, it is all about relationships and having a servants heart. People don't care how much you know until they know how much you care.
Thank you to everyone and lets look forward to an exciting election season and 2017.
Thank You and God Bless,
Larry Denver, FFCPA
Faith and Freedom Coalition Supports
PA Family Institute
Defend My Privacy Rally
It was a great success!
Monday June 27th at the Capitol in Harrisburg, PA
"You might think it crazy that Pennsylvania would ever pass a law that permits men into women-only bathrooms and showers, but know this:
- There are still over 20 State Senators and over 80 State Representatives that directly support proposed legislation that would force all businesses, schools and churches to open women’s-only bathrooms and showers to men
- Some of these state lawmakers – both Democrat and Republican – are actively making false claims that this proposed legislation (HB1510 & SB974) would not impact bathrooms and privacy rights."
Road to Majority a Success!
Once again, the Faith & Freedom Coalition hosted another wildly successful “Road to Majority” policy conference in Washington, DC as the program was headlined by presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, along with U.S. Senate Majority Leader Sen. Mitch McConnell, and former presidential candidates Carly Fiorina and Dr. Ben Carson.
Over 1000 attendees and over 200 members of the media were on hand Thursday, Friday and Saturday June 9-11 at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, DC to hear from a wide array of conservative leaders, including: Sen. Chuck Grassley, Sen. John Boozman, Sen. Joni Ernst, Sen. David Perdue, Sen. Jeff Sessions, Rep. Bob Goodlatte, Rep. Robert Aderholt, Rep. Diane Black, Rep. Marsha Blackburn, Rep. Bill Flores, Rep. Virginia Foxx, Rep. Steve King, Rep. Lynn Westmoreland, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, Jason & David Benham, Glen Bolger, Stacey Dash, Dinesh, D’Souza, John Fund, Dr. Jim Garlow, Ed Goeas, Tim Goeglein, Kristan Hawkins, Dr. Richard Lee, John McLaughlin, Grover Norquist, Tony Perkins, FFC Chairman Ralph Reed, and Hans von Spakovksy. “Road to Majority” also featured a series of break-out sessions and panel discussions on a wide array of policy topics including: religious liberty, support of Israel, justice reform, corporate cronyism, school choice, as well as panel discussions about grassroots organizing, minority outreach, college outreach, and a 2016 election analysis. To all attendees and sponsors, thank you for making this the most successful "Road to Majority" ever! Make sure to stay tuned for more information on next year's "Road to Majority" 2017! 2016 MEMORIAL DAY MESSAGE
Today I attended church services at my home church. With all the travel to different churches I do, I was looking forward to seeing my friends at my church. I went on this Memorial Day looking for comfort and recognition for the millions of people who have made the ultimate sacrifice for every citizen in this country. I am afraid I left without fulfillment.
As we pause to remember these past, present and future guardians of our God given rights and liberties, I can't help but feel a sense of anxiousness deep down inside. It is not fear, for if we truly trust in God, we have no need for fear. It is a sensing that something is coming and we should have an urgency in preparing for " It". But what is " It"? " It" may be a national spanking administered by God to a country whose people and leaders have clearly lost their moral way. A disciplining to a nation that when compared to the national sins in the Old Testament, we can check off one box after another. CHECK, CHECK, CHECK..... We are moving into the final act of " Crazy Season!" [The National Elections]. During today's church service, after service, during Adult classes, and after, I did not hear a single utterance about what is about to happen in the United States. It seems to be a non-event. As a people and as the body of the church, we must stop, and take a breath. We must acknowledge what our duty is when put into the context of the Memorial Day Sacrifices remembered. For someone to say ," I will not vote for any of the candidates and to sit this election out is a slap to the face of every single person who ever served our country. I have heard this from many " Good Christian Citizens" The oath of service is based on protecting and defending the U S Constitution. It is only their sacrifice and the U.S. Constitution that stands between our God given freedoms and the tyranny that threatens us all today. Do not let these sacrifices be in vain. Remember them and honor them. And thank the Good Lord for creating the .5 % who are willing to step forward and answer the call to duty. When I hear this message being spoken from pulpits across America, perhaps I will know we are on the right path again. God Bless you and God Bless America, Larry Denver President Faith and Freedom Coalition, Pennsylvania FFCPA EXPANDS FURTHER in Western PA with
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