CHARLES HUGHES RECOGNIZED GLOBALLY FOR HIS SERVICE TO EMPOWER COMMUNITIES

Charles Hughes with Ambassador Clyde Rivers

Charles Hughes is the Executive Director of the Gary, Indiana Chamber of Commerce. His life of service to the City of Gary, Indiana has brought global recognition. Ambassador Dr. Clyde Rivers, the Director of the North American Division of the Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative and the Golden Rule International Award presented Charles Hughes with the prestigious Golden Rule International Award. He was appointed as a Goodwill Peace Ambassador for Golden Rule International at a ceremony held on April 17, 2015 at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library, Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Charles Hughes serves his community at multiple levels. As a fireman for 34 years, reaching the rank of Battalion Chief, he has been recognized for creating a strong relationship between the department and the community. Mr. Hughes also served for 16 years as a member of the Gary, Indiana City Council, with two of his terms served as the President of the Council. His success also enabled him to serve as the Education Chairman for the Indiana Association of Cities and Towns. Hughes continued his dedication to service as the Chairman of the Committee of National League of Cities, Public Safety and Crime Prevention. Ambassador Dr. Clyde Rivers said, “These accomplishments prove to the world that he is qualified to serve as a Goodwill Peace Ambassador for the Golden Rule and the Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative. We are honored to have Charles Hughes serve with us globally.”

Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative is affiliated with Department of Public Information of the United Nations.  IPI is a member of United Religions Initiative (URI). URI is an international organization that is working throughout the world. It is an NGO with Special Consultative Status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations.”

DR. GORDON BRADSHAW RECEIVES THE GOLDEN RULE INTERNATIONAL AWARD AT THE GERALD R. FORD PRESIDENTAL LIBRARY

Dr. Gordon Bradshaw with Ambassador Clyde Rivers    

On April 17, 2015 at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library, Grand Rapids, Michigan, Ambassador Dr. Clyde Rivers, the Director of the North American Division of the Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative and the Golden Rule International Award presented Dr. Bradshaw with the highly esteemed Golden Rule International Award.

Dr. Gordon Bradshaw has served his community for over 42 years. He served in the Public Safety/Government sector and the Faith-Based community. He is also the Founder of the 3M Project Global Initiative and is a member of the Kingdom Congressional International Alliance, where he serves as the Vice President of the organization.

Ambassador Clyde Rivers said, “Dr. Bradshaw is an exemplary model of leadership. The legacy he will leave to the next generation is that of service to humanity. We at the Golden Rule International are extremely pleased to appoint Dr. Gordon Bradshaw a Goodwill Ambassadorship for the Golden Rule International and the Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative.”

Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative is affiliated with Department of Public Information of the United Nations.  IPI is a member of United Religions Initiative (URI). URI is an international organization that is working throughout the world. It is an NGO with Special Consultative Status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations.”

FOUNDER OF DESTINY IMAGE PUBLISHING RECEIVES HONORARY DOCTORATE

Don Nori Sr. and Dr. Clyde Rivers

Don Nori Sr., the founder of Destiny Image Publishing received an Honorary Doctorate in Humanities from the United Graduate College and Seminary Intl. in Williamsburg, Pennsylvania on March 18, 2015. The United Graduate College and Seminary International was founded in 1982 by Dr. Martin Wisor and is in over 50 nations and has over 100,000 graduates. Among the recipients of the Honorary Doctorate Degree in Humanities from UGCSI are the First Lady of the Republic of Burundi Africa, Denise Nkurunziza, and the Former First Lady of the Republic of Mozambique Africa, Maria de Luz Guebuza.

Destiny Image Publishing was started in 1982 – 33 years of impressive publishing. The image of Christ has been formed and presented around the world because of the far-reaching affects of the materials published through this great publishing house. It is for this reason UGCSI deemed it a privilege to honor Don Nori Sr. with this prestigious Honorary Doctorate in Humanities. You built a platform to give a voice to influential Christian writers. Dr. Clyde Rivers, Chief Chancellor Worldwide for UGCSI said, “Don Nori Sr. is the best kept secret that has spent his life prompting others in front of himself. I am happy to know this great man. We are honored to have him as part of the alumni of UGCSI.”

RUEBEN EGOLF OF THE UNITED STATES NATIONAL PRAYER COUNCIL RECEIVES HONORARY DOCTORATE IN HUMANITIES

Dr. Clyde Rivers and Reuben Egolf

On March 18, 2015 in Williamsburg, Pennsylvania Reuben Egolf received an Honorary Doctorate in Humanities from United Graduate College and Seminary International for his service to humanity, his integral leadership and his love for mankind. Pastor Egolf is the Washington D.C. Capital Director for United States National Prayer Council.

The United Graduate College and Seminary International was founded in 1982 by Dr. Martin Wisor and is in over 50 nations and has over 100,000 graduates. Among the recipients of the Honorary Doctorate Degree in Humanities from UGCSI are the First Lady of the Republic of Burundi Africa, Denise Nkurunziza, and the Former First Lady of the Republic of Mozambique Africa, Maria de Luz Guebuza.

Dr. Clyde Rivers, Chief Chancellor Worldwide for United Graduate College and Seminary International is quoted saying, “Pastor Reuben Egolf is a new voice for modern-day leadership around the world. It is truly a privilege for UGCSI to have candidates of his stature and quality. We welcome Dr. Reuben Egolf.”