Praise the Lord !!!!!!
Well it's back to school time and it is one of the most exciting times of year. The anticipation and the expectations of the new school year is always a big deal in the minds of students on every academic level. I suggest that each and everyone of you put God first and success is guarenteed to follow you. Those of you who are anticipating a graduation this school year make sure you take the time to prepare wisely for your next phase in life. The decissions

         that you make today will affect your whole lifes journey so remember Proverbs 3:6 " In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths." God will bless your journey as long as you take him along with you.

           The convention was awesome and Region V truly dominated with a huge boost from the IDCCEA. We showed up and showed out taking first place with our parade of regions. We also were blessed to have had an awesome time at the historical 85th anniversary banquet honoring the ICEA leaders of the past. We thank God for what he has done for us through Christian Education. Orlando was great and New Orleans will be even better, see you there.

            I'm looking forward to the begining of a new certification course year. Suff Bishop Hill and Dist Elder Reid are our instructors this year and the classes will be a blessing to all that participate. The classes are, The Theology of God (Suff Bishop Hill ) and How to study the Bible ( Dist Elder Reid ). Hope you registered and remember, II Timothy 2:15 (a) " Study to shew thyself approved unto God,"

            Finally I'm looking forward to seeing each and every one of you participate in our Mary C. Blocker 10K walk-a-thon, starting Oct. 15, 2011 for the northern cities, Oct 22, 2011 for the south suburbs and , Oct. 29, 2011 for down state. Don't miss out be sure to register and get as many sponsors as you can to support your efforts. God bless you and remember to invite someone to your local Sunday School.

Yours in Christ, Eld. Dr. John S. McCall Jr., IDCCEA Chairperson