LTRP Note: We urge to read the articles, which links we have posted below this New York Times article, to gain a full understanding of the efforts to bring about a national “volunteer” service program. The world’s most popular pastor, Rick Warren, is very involved in this effort. He, in fact, is on the leadership council for Service Nation.
Katy Phillips
New York Times
Following overwhelming House passage last week, the Senate tonight [3/23/09] voted 74 to 14 on a procedural move that essentially guarantees a major expansion of a national service corps, a cornerstone of volunteerism that dates back to the era of President Kennedy. It’s akin to a call to arms by President Obama, who has harkened back to those early days to demand giving back by those who voted for him….
Tonight’s vote, propelled by President Obama’s urging of an expansion, would mean a growth in such work from 75,000 community service jobs to 250,000….
Senator Hatch mentioned that the Rev. Rick Warren, the evangelical minister of Saddleback Church and author of “A Purpose Driven Life,” was an enthusiastic supporter of this effort, as was Senator John McCain, the former Republican presidential nominee. The latter’s support, to Senator Hatch, demonstrated the exceptional bipartisan backing of the expansion. Click here to read this entire article.
Related Information:
Rick Warren, Reader’s Digest Join Forces for New Purpose Driven Publication
Is this our future: Mandatory Community Service, a Three-Legged Purpose Driven Plan and a Brave New World?Rick Warren’s New Magazine Promotes the New Global Spirituality
New Age Department of Peace Bill Introduced to Congress One Week After Inauguration
