#Rick Altizer

[wutbju]

Rick Altizer announced in the Positives that they have whittled down the candidates for BJU's next president to "3-5."

We all know the candidates. One (above) is Balan Bertson.

Second is Jalan Jenson:

And third is Schmalan Schmenson:

And, of course, Jacques Souvenier:

Which one will they choose? It's a mystery.

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Chonda Pierce: Enough: Directed by Rick Altizer. With Chonda Pierce. Stand-up comedian Chonda Pierce, known as the "Queen of Clean", continues to share her emotional journey and story in this sequel to her 2015 award winning documentary "Chonda Pierce: Laughing In The Dark".

[jeramymobley]

BP and United Airlines Launch Joint Reward Programme

Consumers Can Now Earn and Use United Airlines MileagePlus Award Miles at BP Retail Stations

Beginning on 7 March, 2018, BP and United Airlines will offer BP Driver Rewards and United MileagePlus members the option of earning and using miles on petrol purchases at participating BP US retail locations. This is the only programme in the US that allows customers the ability to earn and use US airline miles at the pump for petrol purchases.

When BP Driver Rewards and MileagePlus members sign up for this new programme, they can earn 200 bonus award miles after joining and making their first petrol purchase with a linked debit or credit card.

It is announced that members can multiply their earnings through the following options: one award mile for every gallon of petrol purchased, two award miles for every gallon of petrol purchased with a linked debit or credit card, or three award miles for every gallon of premium-grade petrol purchased with a linked debit or credit card.

In addition, BP Driver Rewards and MileagePlus members will be able to use 60 award miles per gallon to save US $0.50/£0.36 per gallon with a linked debit or credit card.

“We are pleased to work with United Airlines to launch this exciting partnership. We know that consumers want more choices when it comes to how they are rewarded by BP, and this programme makes it even easier for our customers to save money on petrol purchases.

“This partnership also builds on BP’s strategy to develop high-quality, differentiated petrol and convenience offers to provide consumers with choices that help simplify their busy lifestyles,” said Rick Altizer, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing at BP.

“This unique programme demonstrates our commitment to providing MileagePlus members with an industry-leading experience. We want our members to have a variety of ways to earn and use miles, and they will be able to conveniently do so for petrol purchases with BP,” said Luc Bondar, President of MileagePlus Holdings and Vice President of Loyalty at United Airlines.

United Airlines was the official airline of the United States Olympic Committee for the recent 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics.

The article BP and United Airlines Launch Joint Reward Programme appeared first on World Branding Forum.

[shawnpgreene]

Russ Taff: I Still Believe (2018)

Russ Taff: I Still Believe (2018)

Great Lakes Christian Film Festival Official Selection #GLCFF #GLCFF2019

Russ Taff: I Still Believe (2018)

This gripping documentary from Fuseic Entertainment chronicles the multi-GRAMMY® and Dove Award-winning star’s unparalleled musical journey and behind-the-scenes battle with alcoholism. Award winning director Rick Altizer (Chonda Pierce: Laughing in the Dark) traces Taff’s iconic four-decade…

[glenmenlow]

BP and United Airlines Launch Joint Reward Programme

Consumers Can Now Earn and Use United Airlines MileagePlus Award Miles at BP Retail Stations

Beginning on 7 March, 2018, BP and United Airlines will offer BP Driver Rewards and United MileagePlus members the option of earning and using miles on petrol purchases at participating BP US retail locations. This is the only programme in the US that allows customers the ability to earn and use US airline miles at the pump for petrol purchases.

When BP Driver Rewards and MileagePlus members sign up for this new programme, they can earn 200 bonus award miles after joining and making their first petrol purchase with a linked debit or credit card.

It is announced that members can multiply their earnings through the following options: one award mile for every gallon of petrol purchased, two award miles for every gallon of petrol purchased with a linked debit or credit card, or three award miles for every gallon of premium-grade petrol purchased with a linked debit or credit card.

In addition, BP Driver Rewards and MileagePlus members will be able to use 60 award miles per gallon to save US $0.50/£0.36 per gallon with a linked debit or credit card.

“We are pleased to work with United Airlines to launch this exciting partnership. We know that consumers want more choices when it comes to how they are rewarded by BP, and this programme makes it even easier for our customers to save money on petrol purchases.

“This partnership also builds on BP’s strategy to develop high-quality, differentiated petrol and convenience offers to provide consumers with choices that help simplify their busy lifestyles,” said Rick Altizer, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing at BP.

“This unique programme demonstrates our commitment to providing MileagePlus members with an industry-leading experience. We want our members to have a variety of ways to earn and use miles, and they will be able to conveniently do so for petrol purchases with BP,” said Luc Bondar, President of MileagePlus Holdings and Vice President of Loyalty at United Airlines.

United Airlines was the official airline of the United States Olympic Committee for the recent 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics.

The article BP and United Airlines Launch Joint Reward Programme appeared first on World Branding Forum.

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[joejstrickl]

BP and United Airlines Launch Joint Reward Programme

Consumers Can Now Earn and Use United Airlines MileagePlus Award Miles at BP Retail Stations

Beginning on 7 March, 2018, BP and United Airlines will offer BP Driver Rewards and United MileagePlus members the option of earning and using miles on petrol purchases at participating BP US retail locations. This is the only programme in the US that allows customers the ability to earn and use US airline miles at the pump for petrol purchases.

When BP Driver Rewards and MileagePlus members sign up for this new programme, they can earn 200 bonus award miles after joining and making their first petrol purchase with a linked debit or credit card.

It is announced that members can multiply their earnings through the following options: one award mile for every gallon of petrol purchased, two award miles for every gallon of petrol purchased with a linked debit or credit card, or three award miles for every gallon of premium-grade petrol purchased with a linked debit or credit card.

In addition, BP Driver Rewards and MileagePlus members will be able to use 60 award miles per gallon to save US $0.50/£0.36 per gallon with a linked debit or credit card.

“We are pleased to work with United Airlines to launch this exciting partnership. We know that consumers want more choices when it comes to how they are rewarded by BP, and this programme makes it even easier for our customers to save money on petrol purchases.

“This partnership also builds on BP’s strategy to develop high-quality, differentiated petrol and convenience offers to provide consumers with choices that help simplify their busy lifestyles,” said Rick Altizer, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing at BP.

“This unique programme demonstrates our commitment to providing MileagePlus members with an industry-leading experience. We want our members to have a variety of ways to earn and use miles, and they will be able to conveniently do so for petrol purchases with BP,” said Luc Bondar, President of MileagePlus Holdings and Vice President of Loyalty at United Airlines.

United Airlines was the official airline of the United States Olympic Committee for the recent 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics.

The article BP and United Airlines Launch Joint Reward Programme appeared first on World Branding Forum.

[markjsousa]

BP and United Airlines Launch Joint Reward Programme

Consumers Can Now Earn and Use United Airlines MileagePlus Award Miles at BP Retail Stations

Beginning on 7 March, 2018, BP and United Airlines will offer BP Driver Rewards and United MileagePlus members the option of earning and using miles on petrol purchases at participating BP US retail locations. This is the only programme in the US that allows customers the ability to earn and use US airline miles at the pump for petrol purchases.

When BP Driver Rewards and MileagePlus members sign up for this new programme, they can earn 200 bonus award miles after joining and making their first petrol purchase with a linked debit or credit card.

It is announced that members can multiply their earnings through the following options: one award mile for every gallon of petrol purchased, two award miles for every gallon of petrol purchased with a linked debit or credit card, or three award miles for every gallon of premium-grade petrol purchased with a linked debit or credit card.

In addition, BP Driver Rewards and MileagePlus members will be able to use 60 award miles per gallon to save US $0.50/£0.36 per gallon with a linked debit or credit card.

“We are pleased to work with United Airlines to launch this exciting partnership. We know that consumers want more choices when it comes to how they are rewarded by BP, and this programme makes it even easier for our customers to save money on petrol purchases.

“This partnership also builds on BP’s strategy to develop high-quality, differentiated petrol and convenience offers to provide consumers with choices that help simplify their busy lifestyles,” said Rick Altizer, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing at BP.

“This unique programme demonstrates our commitment to providing MileagePlus members with an industry-leading experience. We want our members to have a variety of ways to earn and use miles, and they will be able to conveniently do so for petrol purchases with BP,” said Luc Bondar, President of MileagePlus Holdings and Vice President of Loyalty at United Airlines.

United Airlines was the official airline of the United States Olympic Committee for the recent 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics.

The article BP and United Airlines Launch Joint Reward Programme appeared first on World Branding Forum.

[desperatemenministry]

Part Two – All Men Are Desperate Whether They Admit It or Not – Walter Spires Radio Interview with Rick Altizer

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  This second program finishes the discussion of the last two 'desperate' men in Walter's book, All Men Are Desperate Whether They Admit It or Not.  Then we discuss Walter's work entitled, How the Christian Church in America is Failing Men.  Powerful stuff!  You will be challenged by this message.

[wutbju]

Rick Altizer, President +++Positive+++, posted this this morning at 7:45am on Friday, April 7, 2023 -- Good Friday.

But now it's deleted.

Since WutBJU, too, “has a duty to disclose confidential information," I include it here for the record. This shows the +++Positives+++ agenda:

Before we pause to meditate and worship our Risen Lord, a few clean up notes from yesterday:

First, we are thankful that John Lewis did the right thing (finally) yesterday and resigned. Based on the facts of the situation, we believe there are at least two other board members who also need to resign--Joe Helm and Hantz Bernard. They were in league with John Lewis throughout the leadership crisis of the last year. This was a completely avoidable and intentional campaign on their part to unseat a much loved and effective university president before his final term. They need to resign immediately so the board can begin the process of moving forward.

Secondly, we were surprised and offended by the "official" Dear Alumni post yesterday around 5pm. While positive bju is not the only Facebook group and certainly not the only Facebook group who needed to hear their oddly timed message, we are the only alumni and friends group who confronted the unethical behavior of the BJU board and single-mindedly defended Dr. Pettit. No good deed goes unpunished, comes to mind.

For those of you who have followed the action closely and consistently (most of you) we have defended and praised the BJU Alumni Association and supported the student recruitment team consistently. We will continue to do this, though with less enthusiasm perhaps until we have an opportunity to discuss with them the purpose and intent of their public letter to all alumni.

With regards to the letter itself. We agree that name calling including wishing harm to anyone has no place in social media. We agree that outside groups like FBI should refrain from trying to exert undue influence over the board at BJU. We are alumni and friends. We have only advocated for maintaining good executive leadership (Steve Pettit) and removing unethical and ineffective board leadership.

Unlike the FBFI, we have never advocated for any specific policy. We trust the administration to decide what is best for the operations of the school itself. As we have said, we are not "progressive". We are not advocating for more liberal or more lax anything. What we cannot accept is a divided and dysfunctional board that opposes its own board approved policies and bullies and intimidates the administrators. It is not only wrong, but also counterproductive to the growth and success of the institution.

Finally, with respect to confidential information we have shared. When a board member, administrator, or alumni (one of us) becomes aware of wrongdoing, we have a duty to disclose it. With respect to board members in SC, the duty of care and duty of loyalty to the institution is a statutory requirement in the law. The duty of confidentiality is not. While there may be policies and best practices that govern confidentiality on private boards, these are superseded by the statutory and fiduciary duty of care and loyalty to BJU when wrongdoing happens on the board. Positive BJU celebrates and salutes every courageous source who helped to expose the details of the bad decisions and actions of Lewis, Bernard, and Helm. While it has been messy at times, these men are being held to account by the off campus and on campus stakeholders for the first time in nearly 100 years and that historic first naturally resulted in defensive backlash.

We didn't expect a defensive backlash from the university, but we accept the points of agreement even while we reject the tone and timing of it. In any event, we can forgive and to forge ahead with this historic fundamental board reset leading to a very bright future for BJU. Thank you!

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Documentary

[wutbju]

One parent of a member of the BJU Class of 2027 is skiddish about next year:

I guess I'm already seeing some signs that make me regret that our son has decided to attend this fall. He will be a freshman. Since school starts soon, our attitude is stay the course . . . go and see what they reveal of their true intent. I believe I'm already seeing some writing on the wall and I'm sure the first few days of school wil be telling, as the handbook is explained from the viewpoint of the new leadership. I'm weary.

But Rick Altizer is still +++Positive+++!

Praying for him! The faculty and administrators remain the same this coming year so hopefully things remain positive. While there may be some minor adjustments in policy enforcement, I don't really expect any significant policy shift until the new president is named. Hopefully, not then either but time will tell. I hope he has a great experience!

We're still waiting on the Summer Orientation numbers. That should give us a glimpse.

[wutbju]

The +++Positives+++ seem to want to close down the school themselves. It just might happen.

But Rick, honey. When you ask:

Do we need Dr. Bob’s permission to come to campus?

You know that it’s private property, right? They can ban you. They can escort you off campus.

Do you even know anything about BJU?

[wutbju]

The +++Positives+++ finally popped up after several weeks of silence.

Dear positive BJU grads and friends, As you have noticed, the volunteer organizers and admins at Positive BJU have taken some time off from Facebook. Like you, we are enjoying a restorative break from the debates and dramas of the last school year at BJU. I know you have missed us like we have missed you. We hope the break has been a healthy time of healing and positive reflection for you. It has been for us! We will pick up the conversation again in September but for now: We are praying. We are praying for Dr. Alan Benson. We are praying for Dr. Sam Dawson. We are praying for the board that they will fully understand their role and serve the University with honor, integrity, and great wisdom. We are praying for the administration and the faculty/staff that they will have joy in their vocation and visible fruit for their loving labors. We are praying for new and returning students that they will continue to grow in grace and humility. We are praying for alumni everywhere to know the unsearchable breadth and depth of God's love, to experience His peace, and to continue to grow into the fullness of the stature of Christ by His Word and through His Spirit. We are praying for Dr. Steve Pettit and his wife Terry as they continue serve the Church with their unique gifts in their new evangelistic and discipleship ministries.

We are waiting. We believe that the choice of the next president this coming year is critical. We believe that the training and strengthening of the BJU board is essential. We have no direct input or influence with Dr. Dawson or the Executive Committee. And while we have a good relationship with the faculty and administration, even their influence over next steps in the choice of the new president and the much-needed evolution of the board is very limited. We are committed. We are here for the long haul. We are not weary in well doing. We are taking the long view. Some of the core realities at BJU have been 96 years in the making. We do not expect sustainable biblical change to happen quickly. It may take another half-generation for some of the root causes to expire, retire, or reform. We are the loving and loyal alumni, and we are not going anywhere! We believe the world needs BJU more now than ever! Have a great summer and please pray with us and stay with us! Happy 4th of July! Suzanne Ramsey Altizer, Eric Hutton, Margaret Stegall, Mike Myers Becky Custer (Clay), Dave Deets, John Lane

[wutbju]

I've had this post in my drafts for awhile. The week after Easter seems like a good time to reinforce this.

The +++Positives+++ keep saying that they are going to buy the BJU campus.

Honeys. First, you have to get the Board to agree to sell it to you. You have positioned yourselves in a zero sum game with the Board, so they aren't going to ever agree to that.

Secondly, you will not be able to raise $200 million. With all your IPTAY dreams, that is not going to happen.

Grow up, kids.

[wutbju]

Randy Page, Rick Altizer, and WutBJU all in the same article!

[wutbju]

Oops. They blinked.

As of last night (3/10/23) at 9:30ish, the big on-campus +++Positive+++ Prayer and Praise event that had been reserved for March 27-28 is cancelled.

The date shall be no longer saved.

The TL;DR?

But here's what Margaret Stegall posted:

UPDATE: POSITIVE BJU PRAYER AND PRAISE "PIVOT"

One of the things we appreciate most about our positive BJU grads & friends group is your amazing engagement and your willingness to give feedback and ask questions.

In the last 60 days we have seen over 6,900 comments with over 45,000 thousand reactions to 80 original posts! That's incredibly high engagement! Thank you.

Our sincere desire for this Facebook group is that it would be a blessing and resource for BJU grads and friends. And as you have hopefully seen by now, we listen to your input and feedback and are able to course correct when we receive new information.

We have heard that our on-campus gathering is being mischaracterized by some as a hostile non-peaceful protest in part due to the facts we have shared about the board leadership and their decisions and actions over the last year with respect to Dr. Pettit and the future of the university.

Our original intention for the positive prayer and praise time on campus was that we come together in a spirit of unity to show our love for the school and pray for its continued success. We also saw this as an opportunity for so many of us to meet in person as we have developed positive relationships online through this page. It was never our intention to show up on campus in the spirit of protest or as a threat. We do not want to do anything to take away from our genuine desire to praise God for what he has done through Bob Jones University and to pray for His continued wisdom and favor.

For that reason, after much discussion and deliberation, we have decided to pivot our plans from an on-campus in-person event to two virtual prayer and praise events.

The online format should allow many more of us to participate, regardless of our location. We are planning two opportunities for private and public prayer, reading of scripture, and worship--one on Tuesday, March 28 at 7:00 p.m. EST and another on Wednesday, March 29 at 9:30 p.m. EST. We hope you can join us for one or both events online! The good thing about prayer and praise is that we can do that from anywhere and at any time!

We apologize to anyone who already made travel plans. We know you would still be welcome to visit on campus and be in chapel that week, but we just don't believe it is best to have an official on-campus gathering the week of the annual board meeting, considering all the current facts and circumstances. Thank you again for understanding.

So... did you perhaps realize that BJU is not a public park where you and hundreds of your friends can just gather when you decide it would be fun? Did you maybe realize that your insistence that John Lewis resign might sound more like a pitchfork-and-torch event than a sweetness-and-light event?

Rick Altizer was the one especially pushing this on-campus event. What say you, sir?