Citizens for Traditional Values - Events

All-American Tribute in Troy June 1st

You are invited to the "All-American Tribute: A Musical Celebration of Liberty", which will be performed at Zion Christian Church and will honor our nation's first responders and military personnel (active and veterans). The Tribute is a free event that will be performed on June 1, 2008, at 6:30 p.m. Zion Christian Church is located at 3668 Livernois, Troy, Michigan 48083. CTV President James Muffett will be speaking at the event.

There will also be Military, Fire, Police, Motorcycle, Classic Vehicles and other outside activities from approximately 3:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m.

The Tribute is a dynamic musical drama celebrating our nation’s Godly heritage. The "All-American Tribute" will include a combined community choir, made up of approximately one hundred plus voices. In addition, drama, dance, children, youth and technical ministries will be joining together to make this a memorable multi-media experience for the entire family. The 338th Army Band and the 1st Michigan Fife and a Drum Core will perform powerful patriotic songs during the event.

The "All-American Tribute" is a stirring event, which emphasizes the strong patriotic beliefs of our founding fathers and their deep devotion to God and Country. This program will present moving patriotic music and poignant reenactments from the lives of George Washington, Benjamin Franklin and Abraham Lincoln. In addition, there will be an inspirational musical Salute to Armed Forces and a touching drama relating to an American soldier’s sacrifice on the battlefield. During the program, we also will be honoring our Fire and Police Personnel, as well as memorializing those who paid the ultimate price on 9-11-2001.

March 12th, 2008

Greatest Story Never Told in Muskegon March 12th

CTV will be presenting a Greatest Story Never Told luncheon on Wednesday, March 12th, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Muskegon. Lunch will cost $10 per person (Pastors Free). The event will be held at Maranatha Bible & Conference Center, at 4759 Lake Harbor Rd., Muskegon, MI 49441.

Please RSVP by Friday, March 7th, and make your $10 per person check payable to "CTV" and send to:
CTV
c/o Jody Kyser
15299 North Scenic Ct.
Spring Lake, MI 49456

To help financially underwrite or if you have questions, please contact the event coordinator Arline Helms at 231-799-9144.

THANK YOU to the following sponsors of the event:
Bishop Heating & Air Conditioning
Bridge Bible Church, Muskegon
Lakeshore Employee Benefits
Warren Kramer & Associates
Arline Helms
Jody Kyser
TiAsia Martin
Jim & Linda


Please help us promote the event by sharing this promotional poster with your church or other organization.

January 29, 2008

CTV In Saginaw

Last weekend (January 25-26), CTV staff hosted a Saginaw area grassroots activist meeting where we discussed organizing and building a strong social traditional values network in the area. The meeting was encouraging as we heard from community leaders and activists on their analysis and concerns for the district. Progress was made in our strategy of building a stronger network in the region.

We also co-hosted a Greatest Story Never Told presentation with our sister organization, Foundation for Traditional Values. The GSNT presentation was inspirational, as James Muffett shared about the religious foundation for freedom in our country and how to preserve those freedoms. We were honored to have State Senator Roger Kahn join us; he had the opportunity to touch base with his constituents on life issues, including the stem cell debate.

If you would like to build a grassroots activist network or host a Greatest Story Never Told presentation in your area, please contact us, and we'll be glad to help you.

Americans for Prosperity Summit Report

By CTV President James Muffett

Over 800 people attended the AFP rally (January 12 in Livonia), which for their first major Michigan event was a huge success. Hats off to Michigan Director Amy Hagerstrom for pulling off such a great event featuring such a great line-up of state and National Leaders. The three Presidential Candidates who addressed the crowd, Duncan Hunter, John McCain and Mitt Romney all had strong support but Romney seemed to be the favorite of the majority in attendance.

It was a great honor to be invited to participate in the afternoon panel discussion about the economic and social conservative agendas. Other panelists were Michigan GOP Chairman Saul Anuzis, State Representative Jack Hoogendyk and Americans For Tax Reform President Grover Norquist. The wide-ranging discussion was moderated by MRG Consultant Denise DeCook and featured presentations from each panelist followed by Q&A. My remarks focused on the need for economic and social conservatives, though they often differ on policy and direction, to recognize their shared interests and to find ways to dialogue and work together.

It was interesting to hear the concerns of some of the Libertarians in attendance, especially their discomfort with "religion" as a part of the public discourse. My response was to quote John Witherspoon, a signer of the Declaration of Independence and President of Princeton University, who said that a nation must either preserve its virtue or lose its liberty. The idea that true liberty requires virtue in the people - which, in the founder's view, is best inspired and maintained by religion - is not often understood by people who view freedom as the primary and most important principle.

Saturday, January 26, 2008

The Greatest Story Never Told

Saturday, January 26th, from 9:00am - 12:00pm James Muffett will be presenting the Greatest Story Never Told seminar at New Life Christian Fellowship in Saginaw. The GSNT seminars provide an introduction to America's history and the incredible role Judeo-Christian principles played in its founding. For more information, please call New Life at 989-498-0223 or e-mail newlifead@sbcglobal.net. For a video preview, check out this promo on YouTube. Get Directions to New Life Church here.

Tuesday, January 22, 2008

Right To Life Rally in Lansing

Michigan Right To Life is holding a rally in downtown Lansing at the Capitol on Tuesday, January 22, the 35th anniversary of the Roe v. Wade ruling, which legalized abortion. The rally will be from 4:15pm to 5:15pm. Saralee Howard, Executive Director of Shared Pregnancy of Lansing, will be speaking; CTV representatives will be in attendance. The event is free and open to the public. Please come show your support for life! If you have any questions, please call Mary Cline at 517-339-3497.

Saturday, January 12, 2008

Americans for Prosperity Summit

While much of the rest of the country has experienced economic growth, Michigan has been left behind, suffering six straight years of job losses and recession. On Saturday, January 12th (12pm - 5pm), you can help turn our state around, by joining hundreds of citizen leaders from across Michigan at the Defending the American Dream Summit.

We’re bringing together some of the nation and state’s leading free-market voices just three short days before the Michigan primary – some of the confirmed speakers include presidential candidates U.S. Senator John McCain and Governor Mitt Romney, ABC 20/20's John Stossel, The Wall Street Journal’s Steve Moore, the Mackinac Center’s Michael LaFaive, Michigan Chamber of Commerce's Richard Studley and Citizens For Traditional Values president James Muffett.

Mr. Muffett will be on a panel discussing issues that cause values voters to go to the polls; he will also speak about why traditional values voters should be concerned about economic issues. Visit the Summit website for a full list of speakers, events, and to register to attend.

Tuesday, October 23, 2007

Greatest Story Never Told

CTV President James Muffett will be speaking at the Grosse Pointe War Memorial event, from 7pm-8:30pm, at 32 Lakeshore, Grosse Pointe City, MI 48236. The event is free and open to the public, and is sponsored by the lecture series Point of Relevance.

Sunday, October 7, 2007

Life Chain Sunday

On Sunday, October 7th, from 2:30-3:30 p.m., the Lansing area will again celebrate Life Chain Sunday. We will stand along the north side of Grand River Avenue from East Lansing to Williamston. Tasteful pro-life signs will be available for the Life Chain at Abbott Road, Brookfield Plaza, Gift and Bible, St. Martha Church and Main Street in Williamston (near St. Mary's Church). Official Life Chain Website

Saturday, September 22, 2007

Mackinac Republican Leadership Conference

CTV presents "Can the Reagan Coalition be Preserved?", a civil dialogue exploring the tension between social conservative and economic agendas within the Republican Party. This panel discussion will take place Saturday, September 22, 2007 at the Mackinac Republican Leadership Conference on Mackinac Island. The panel presentations will take place at 2:30 p.m., with a question and answer session following at 3:30 p.m. Panelists include:

• Suzanne Allen, Sterling Corporation, Vice President
• Bill Ballenger, Inside Michigan Politics, Editor
• Jim Barrett, Michigan Chamber of Commerce, President
• Jack Hoogendyk, State Representative, Kalamazoo

CTV President James Muffett will be moderating the panel.

June 13, 2007

Annual Michigan Prayer Breakfast

The Michigan Prayer Breakfast, patterned after the "National Prayer Breakfast" in Washington D.C., will be held Wednesday, June 13, 2007. The location is the Kellogg Center, on Harrison Road in East Lansing. The breakfast will begin at 7:30 a.m.

This year we are privileged to have C. William Pollard as the main speaker. Bill served over ten years as CEO of Servicemaster Company and is currently Chairman emeritus. During his leadership, ServiceMaster was listed in the Fortune 500 list of most admired companies. He is currently serving as a Director of Herman Miller, Inc. and is Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Wheaton College as well as serving as a Director on a number of charitable, religious and educational organizations. Bill graduated from Wheaton and received a Juris Doctorate from Northwestern University School of Law. He authored the best selling book, The Soul of the Firm, and his latest work is Serving Two Masters? Reflections on God and Profit. We look forward to hearing his message for us.

The twenty-second annual Amy Writing Award will be presented at the breakfast. The first place award of $10,000 will go to the winner of what is now acclaimed as the most popular writing contest in the nation. Kathy Brooks of the Amy Foundation will make the award.

The cost of the tickets will be $16.00 per person. Please bring your friends and associates. The Prayer Committee will be glad to reserve tables of eight. Upon receipt of your check they will mail tickets to you along with your table number. Please not that the Breakfast is being held at the Kellogg Center again this year. Checks can be made out to "Michigan Prayer Breakfast Committee" and should be sent by June 6 to:
Michigan Prayer Breakfast Committee
PO Box 20186
Lansing, MI 48901

Make sure to include the address to which you would like your tickets sent. If you can't reserve your seat until after June 6, please call 517-323-6233. If you have any questions or would like to join CTV at their table, please call our staff at 517-321-1390. We look forward to seeing you and your guests at this year's Michigan Prayer Breakfast!

June 13, 2007

James Muffett Speaking at Zion Christian

James will be speaking on "We Have a Destiny" at Zion Christian Church in Troy, MI at 7:00 p.m. This event is free and open to the public; we hope you can join us!

March 15, 2007

15th Annual Legislative Briefing Report

Lansing, MI – Over 150 grassroots activists, community leaders, concerned citizens, home schooling parents, high school students & State lawmakers joined us for our 15th Annual Legislative Briefing. The event was held Thursday, March 15 in downtown Lansing at the beautiful Senate hearing room of the Boji tower, overlooking the State Capitol. The audience heard from a wide variety of experts and leaders... (continue reading)

Saturday, February 10, 2007

Republican State Party Convention

This weekend found approximately 3000 grassroots activists, and leaders gathered for the Michigan Republican State Convention in Grand Rapids. Each congressional district met for their caucus meetings Friday night, which allowed for candidates and state leaders to poke their noses in to say a friendly hello and garner support from each area. Presidential candidates even made their debut, including US Senator Sam Brownback and former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney. Saturday morning found all attendees gathered in the convention hall to elect statewide party leaders; the biggest and only contested race was for Youth Chair. Matt Hall won by around a dozen votes, which just goes to show us that our votes do matter!

CTV made a presence by hosting an information table where people could find out more about our group; we also did a fun giveaway for a free IPOD for people that joined our mailing list and entered the drawing.

But most importantly the event allowed us time to re-connect with state and local leaders.

Just like a convention is designed to do, attendees left there re-energized to pour their efforts into fast approaching Presidential elections. But also, hopefully motivated with fresh passion to keep working on the local level to establish strong conservative leaders who are fighting for traditional family values.

Click here for more information on the Republican State Party.

Monday, January 22, 2007

Pro-Life Motorcade and Prayer Service

Please join us Monday, January 22, 2007, for the Pro-Life Motorcade and Interdenominational Prayer Service to remember over 50 million babies who have died from abortion since the Roe v. Wade decision was made on this date in 1973. This is a great alternative for those who can't travel to Right-to-Life's event in Washington D.C. and you will be blessed by the words spoken and testimonies heard.

The motorcade will line up at 10:30 a.m. in the parking lot of Libery Christian Church, located at 2215 East Michigan Avenue, in Lansing, a few blocks west of the I-127 freeway. It will leave at 11:00 a.m. and proceed through the streets of downtown Lansing, around the Capital, to the prayer service (beginning approximately at noon) at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery Mausoleum, located at 2520 West Willow Street in Lansing.

In the event that the Lansing Public Schools close because of a snow storm on January 22nd, the Motorcade will be automatically cancelled and the Prayer Service will be rescheduled for Monday, January 29, 2007 at 12:15 p.m. in the Mausoleum at S. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.

Sponsored by St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Diocese of Lansing, Shared Pregnancy, Faith Bible Church of Delta Township, Right-to-Life of Lansing, Liberty Christian Church, and other contributors.

For information contact Linda Schenk of the Diocese of Lansing by email or by phone at 517-342-2524, 517-342-2597 or Toll free at 877-234-6333.

Note: No graphic signs/images allowed during the motorcade or prayer service.

October 5, 2006

Fundraiser Luncheon, Kalamazoo

You are invited to join CTV and Dr. Rex Rogers, President of Cornerstone University, for a discussion on the dangers and progress of gambling in Michigan and the work of CTV on behalf of this issue.  The fundraiser luncheon will be held on Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at 12:00pm at the Kalamazoo Home Builders Association.  Lunch tickets are $25.00.  RSVP to CTV at 517-321-1390.

October 2, 2006

World Views Collide Symposium - A Dialog on State Authorized Physician-Assisted Suicide and the Value of Life

The Thomas M. Cooley Law Review invites you to its annual symposium this Thursday, October 5th from 1pm to 9pm. The event is taking place at the Cooley Law School Temple Building in the 6th floor auditorium, located at 217 S. Capitol Ave in downtown Lansing. It is open to the public, and visitors are welcome to come and go anytime during the event.

As always, the event features a balanced debate addressing some of the most controversial legal and moral issues facing our nation. Topics start with the beginning of life — regulation of embryonic stem cell research — and finishing with death — physician assisted suicide. This year’s speakers include some of the most distinguished experts from around the country. Please join us for an insightful and spirited discussion.

September 9, 2006

Greatest Story Never Told, Jackson Michigan

CTV joined sister organization Foundation for Traditional Values (FTV) for their Greatest Story Never Told event in Jackson on September 8.  Over 100 attendees attended for a dinner hosted by the Greater Bible Way Temple, where the event was held.  Following the dinner, President of CTV and FTV James Muffett gave a presentation about the importance of leaving a legacy for the next generation.

REPORT: CTV Celebrates 15th Anniversary!

September 1, 2006

CTV, Michigan leaders and grassroots activists gathered at the Rock Financial Showplace in Novi, Michigan last weekend for the Republican Convention. CTV hosted a reception Friday evening, August 25th celebrating our 15th Anniversary. Approximately 2-300 people joined us for icecream and cake. Distinguished leaders including State Representatives, State Senators, Attorney General Mike Cox, Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land, Supreme Court Justices and Appellate Court Judges along with many others stopped by to give their support.

Congratulations CTV on your 15th Anniversary!

 

REPORT: CTV joins Anti-Gambling Event with MichGo & 23 is Enough . . .

September 1, 2006

CTV joined other pastors and area activists in Grand Rapids recently for a presentation on the dangers and pitfalls of gambling. Focus on the Family's gambling analyst Chad Wells, Dr. Rogers from Cornerstone University and Pastor Tom Grey all presented a wealth of information on gambling. Pastors & Grassroots activists hopefully walked away with a renewed energy to fight this issue in their communities & congregations.

CTV's Executive Director, Amy Hawkins, who was present for the meeting commented: "It is good to see pastors and community leaders get together in the same room to better understand something that is on the verse of destroying our culture. The event was informative, and very credible. I look forward to seeing the benefits resound . . ."

Stay tuned to www.ctvmichigan.org for similar meetings.

Please call our office at 517.321.1390 if you have any questions about events