About us
MISSION
Training and developing the next generation of leaders through intentional community living and holistic mentorship.
VISION
To establish transformative community spaces where young leaders from diverse backgrounds can thrive, cultivate their leadership skills, deepen their spiritual growth, and create lasting impact.
ABOUT ANDY ABRAMS
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Combine charisma, strategic thinking, and compassion, and you have the late Reverend Andy Abrams. Although born and raised in Chicago, he intentionally moved to rural Mississippi in the mid-80s to raise his family on their inherited land. While serving as the Director of Family Development and Training with Voice of Calvary Ministries in Jackson, MS, Andy took on challenging responsibilities, such as training individuals to become first time homeowners.
He was a martial arts master, a dynamic speaker, a professional bible teacher, and a loving family man. His impressive business management background merged with the critical skills he acquired while mastering the game of chess enabled him to develop leaders efficiently and established quality partnerships throughout the city. Click here to explore both his sermons and those of his son and Executive Director, Jason "Smiley" Abrams.
As he battled diabetes, kidney failure, and blindness - due to high blood pressure, Andy Abrams served as the Lead Pastor at Voice of Calvary Fellowship Church from 1999 until he passed away from health complications on March 13, 2003.
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He loved to bake (and eat) German Chocolate cake, to read science fiction novels, and all things Star Trek.
our Team:
Jason "Smiley" Abrams
Executive Director/ Co-Founder
Ellen McLaughlin
Board Member
Siobhan Abrams
Director of Operations/Co-Founder
Sylvia Madiebo
Board Member
Anthony Bobo Jr.
Board Chair
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Augustine Madiebo
Board Member
VALUES
LEADERSHIP
Fostering the potential within each individual to lead with integrity and purpose
COMMUNITY
Building a supportive environment where residents live, learn, and grow together.
FAITH
Strengthening a foundation in faith as a guiding principle for development.
SERVICE
Committing to serve others and uplift marginalized communities.
INTEGRITY
Upholding honesty, transparency, and accountability in all actions.
ENRICHMENT
Providing tools, resources, and opportunities for individuals to reach their fullest potential.