NHCLC/CONEL President Urges Pastors to Discuss Biblical Perspective on Immigration Reform
NHCLC/CONEL President Urges Pastors to Discuss Biblical Perspective on Immigration Reform
Dr. Rodriguez Available to Discuss New Study Showing Evangelical Christians are Ready for a Solution
SACRAMENTO, Calif., March 16, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ —
What:
Evangelicals support a path to citizenship for illegal immigrants living in the United States according to a new LifeWay Research study, but they do not associate their opinions with their faith. To help evangelicals better understand the Biblical perspective, Dr. Rodriguez, president of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference/CONEL (NHCLC/CONEL), is encouraging pastors to preach on the issue of a biblical response to immigration.
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“God cares more about people than immigration reform. First and foremost, immigrants are created in the image of God, and we have a responsibility to love and care for them,” said Rodriguez. “Immigration reform is necessary to heal our communities and usher in peace and promote righteousness and justice.”
In its recent study, LifeWay Researchers asked evangelicals to list which factor has most influenced their beliefs about immigration. Approximately 12 percent chose the Bible, and only 2 percent named their church. Two-thirds of evangelicals say their church has never encouraged them to reach out to immigrants.
The study did find that evangelicals are interested in what their faith says on immigration reform. Two-thirds (68 percent) say they would value hearing a sermon about the Bible’s views on immigration.
“It is important for Christians to associate their faith with their political beliefs. I encourage pastors to take on subjects like immigration reform, offering biblical truths on hot-button issues,” said Rodriguez.
Who:
Dr. Samuel Rodriguez is the president of the NHCLC/CONEL, the largest Hispanic Christian organization serving as a representative voice for the more than 100 million Hispanic Evangelicals assembled in over 40,000 U.S. churches and another 500,000 congregations spread throughout the Spanish-speaking community.
Where:
In studio, by Skype or by phone.
Details:
NHCLC/CONEL Seeks to reconcile evangelist Billy Graham’s message of salvation with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s march of prophetic activism, the NHCLC/CONEL emphasizes “7 Directives” of Life, Family, Compassionate Evangelism, Stewardship, Justice, Education and Youth. For additional information, visit http://www.nhclc.org.
Ismael Cala announces the gathering “En Cuerpo y Alma 2015” in Punta Cana
Ismael Cala announces the gathering “En Cuerpo y Alma 2015” in Punta Cana
MIAMI, March 16, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — For the third straight year, television host, inspirational author and lecturer Ismael Cala will be hosting the successful Inspirational event called “En Cuerpo y Alma” (Body and Soul), in Punta Cana.
The event will be held from November 4th through 8th at its usual location in the exclusive Hotel Sivory Punta Cana, in the Dominican Republic. Last year more than 110 people from 15 countries gathered at Punta Cana for this event.
“Come join us, and together we will work to create the best year of your life. At Cuerpo y Alma we explore what really makes us feel fulfilled, happy and alive,” Cala explains. “This is a gathering to take a break from routine, challenge your mind and feed your soul, while filling your body with oxygen. We’re already preparing a fascinating program, including lectures and all sorts of activities in a place that has been blessed by nature.”
Spaces are limited. Those purchasing tickets before May 31st will be able to enjoy a special discount.
For more information, please go to: http://ismaelcala.com/encuentro-inspiracional-en-cuerpo-y-alma-2015
ABOUT ISMAEL CALA
Ismael Cala, host of the CALA show on CNN en Espanol, has more than 25 years of media experience in Cuba, Canada, the U.S. and Mexico, notably at Televisa, Univision, TLN and AmericaTeve.
His books, “El poder de escuchar [‘The power of listening’],” (2013) and “Un buen hijo de P [A real S.O.B.]” (2014) have become best sellers in Latin America and the U.S. Ismael directs the digital magazine “Cala 3.0,” and publishes a weekly column in more than 25 newspapers and magazines.
He has received a number of awards, among them Iberoamerican Personality (Organization of Iberoamerican Journalists, 2014), the John Maxwell Leadership Award in media, and the Golden Palm Award of the National Circle of Journalists of Mexico.
The program CALA is broadcast on CNN en Espanol at 9:00pm (U.S., ET). Follow him on Twitter: @cala y @calabienestar. And on facebook.com/IsmaelCala
PepsiCo Beverages Become Official Soft Drink Of Live Nation
PepsiCo Beverages Become Official Soft Drink Of Live Nation
– PepsiCo Americas Beverages and Live Nation Enter Multi-Year Strategic Marketing Alliance –
LOS ANGELES, March 16, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Live Nation Entertainment, the world’s leading live entertainment company, and PepsiCo today announced that PepsiCo will become the exclusive carbonated soft-drink and bottled water partner, providing popular brands such as Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Sierra Mist and Aquafina to venues, nationwide. Live Nation assets will serve as the cornerstone of Pepsi’s deep and continued involvement in music culture and bringing one-of-a-kind experiences to music fans.
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As the official carbonated soft-drink and bottled water partner, PepsiCo beverages will have exclusive pouring rights at 75 of Live Nation’s amphitheaters, clubs and theaters in the United States, as well as curated Pepsi “Out of the Blue” experiences with Live Nation artists, such as sound checks and meet & greets, ticket access, and tour and festival tie-ins. FarmBorough, New York City’s new country music festival, Lollapalooza and the Voodoo Music + Arts Experience will also be sponsored by Pepsi.
“Our partnership with Live Nation elevates our robust music platform to new levels,” said Adam Harter, VP, Pepsi Consumer Engagement. “For decades, Pepsi has been a leader in music and has always focused on providing fans with unparalleled access to great music and their favorite artists. Live Nation will play a dynamic role in our new ‘Out of the Blue’ music campaign as we deliver new and exciting music experiences in a way only Pepsi can deliver.”
The alliance officially kicked off last month when Pepsi launched the “Out of the Blue” campaign, a national promotion that spans 100 days and will give away numerous four-person flyaway trips to Live Nation festivals and events. VIP tickets for those festivals will be included as a part of the “Out of the Blue” effort. Through May 18, fans become eligible for a chance to win by following @Pepsi on Twitter, snapping a photo of any Pepsi™ beverage product and posting it to Twitter with #OutoftheBlue.
“We are looking forward to this long-term alliance with Pepsi, as we are perfectly positioned to further the brand’s music platform,” said Russell Wallach, president, Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. “We are passionate about bringing incredible music experiences to consumers, and that mission will be at the heart of all the programming we develop together with Pepsi.”
About PepsiCo
PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated more than $66 billion in net revenue in 2014, driven by a complementary food and beverage portfolio that includes Frito-Lay, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Quaker and Tropicana. PepsiCo’s product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including 22 brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales.
At the heart of PepsiCo is Performance with Purpose – our goal to deliver top-tier financial performance while creating sustainable growth in shareholder value. In practice, Performance with Purpose means providing a wide range of foods and beverages from treats to healthy eats; finding innovative ways to minimize our impact on the environment and reduce our operating costs; providing a safe and inclusive workplace for our employees globally; and respecting, supporting and investing in the local communities where we operate. For more information, visit www.pepsico.com.
About Live Nation Entertainment
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, Live Nation Media & Sponsorship and Artist Nation Management. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com.
Buddy Valastro, Television’s Most Beloved Cake Artist, Returns To Discovery Familia In BAKERY BOSS
Buddy Valastro, Television’s Most Beloved Cake Artist, Returns To Discovery Familia In BAKERY BOSS
The Cake Boss himself comes to the rescue of bakeries in trouble in this new series
MIAMI, March 16, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Buddy Valastro, the star of Discovery Familia’s hit series “Cake Boss,” returns to the network in BAKERY BOSS, a new series that takes him around the country to visit failing bakeries. In each of the show’s 13 episodes, the famous pastry chef and proprietor of the successful Carlo’s Bakery, shares his business skills and baking expertise and helps bakery owners save their family businesses. BAKERY BOSS premieres March 30 at 10PM E/P and will air every Monday.
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All across the United States, bakeries are struggling to stay open despite rising costs and fierce competition. Many of these business owners have talent, drive and passion to spare, but are lacking the customers and cash they need to succeed. Fortunately, Buddy has ample experience both in the kitchen and behind the counter, and he is willing to share that expertise to help other family-run bakeries. Together, they’ll evaluate every ingredient, technique and product, even the place’s decor, to fix the problem and make these bakeries the best in their cities.
Season one includes such cases as “Pastry Is Art,” a Miami bakery owned by Jenny, a Peruvian immigrant. Jenny opened the businesses along with her sister, but unfortunately, work and family isn’t always a good match, and lately the two women have been creating more drama than desserts. In another episode, Buddy comes to the rescue of Kristi, owner of “Kristi G’s Cupcakes & More” in Dallas. A former business executive, Kristi quit her job to open her own bakery, but business hasn’t been going so well. To make things worse, Kristi has serious problems with her employees – her husband, mother-in-law and daughter. In these and all of the cases featured, Buddy listens to the owner’s problems, observes their operations, and advises the families on the best way to create their bakery of their dreams.
For more about this and other Discovery Familia programming, please follow us at facebook.com/discoveryfamilia.
About Discovery Familia
Part of Discovery Communications, Discovery Familia is the Spanish-language network dedicated to Hispanic women and the things that matter in their lives. During the day, the Discovery Kids block provides a safe environment for children aged 2-6 with entertaining, curriculum-based programming to prepare them for the world around them. In the evening, the channel offers programming for women, focusing on such topics such as, home decor, food, health, beauty and parenting. For more information, please follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/discoveryfamilia or visit www.discoveryfamilia.com.
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New Free Online Course from eDriving Helps Immigrants Get First Driver’s Licenses Under New California Law
New Free Online Course from eDriving Helps Immigrants Get First Driver’s Licenses Under New California Law
Online Course Developed to Help Undocumented Residents Navigate Licensing Process, Pass Licensing Exam Following Passage of AB 60
OAKLAND, Calif., March 13, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The estimated 1.4 million immigrants now eligible for driver’s licenses in California have a new, free online course and resource center available to help them pass their license exam and complete the licensing process. Developed by online driver education leader eDriving under its DriversEd.com brand, this entirely free, self-paced, fully narrated online course is available in Spanish to help California residents obtain driver’s licenses regardless of legal status in the United States following passage of California Assembly Bill 60 (AB 60). AB 60 took effect earlier this year.
“Hundreds of thousands of Californians will seek their first driver’s licenses in the coming months and our free online course and resources will help them successfully navigate the licensing process, pass their knowledge tests at the DMV, and become safe, legal drivers,” said Celia Stokes, CEO of eDriving. “Each year, less than half of license seekers pass the knowledge exam the first time but Spanish-language license seekers pass the test at substantially lower rates. As a California company and the largest driver’s ed provider both in California and nationwide, we are committed to making drivers smart and roads safe—and this compelled us to provide these resources completely free. We want to ensure maximum access to what could be a life-changing opportunity for these Californians.”
The course covers information necessary to pass the California DMV’s knowledge exam, including: rules of the road, principles of safe driving, licensing regulations, insurance requirements, and more. The narrated, self-paced course is available in clear, easy-to-understand Spanish and can be completed in one to two hours. Information about the licensing process, the course, and other resources to help license seekers can be found at https://driversed.com/california/ab60/ or www.facebook.com/AB60informacion.
In 2013, the California legislature passed AB 60, which requires the DMV to issue driver’s licenses to California residents who cannot prove legal presence in the U.S. but can otherwise meet the state’s licensing requirements. These AB 60 licenses allow holders to drive legally, although they cannot be used for certain federal purposes such as passing through security at airports or federal buildings. The law took effect on January 2, 2015 and the DMV began issuing licenses. During the program’s first two months, the state issued an estimated 129,000 AB 60 licenses, according to California DMV data. The legislation was authored by California Assemblymember Luis Alejo (D-Salinas).
“Expanding access to licenses will improve safety, mobility, and economic opportunity for all Californians,” stated Alejo. “It’s great to have a free, trustworthy resource from driver training experts to help people get through the licensing process successfully and make their first contact with the DMV simpler and more productive.”
The law took effect at the start of the year and DMV began issuing licenses on January 2, 2015. During the program’s first two months, the state issued about 129,000 AB 60 licenses, according to California DMV data. In all, the DMV reports that 236,000 people applied for AB 60 licenses during the first month and are at various stages in the licensing process.
California joins nine other states and the District of Columbia in issuing licenses to people independent of their immigration status. Most of these state laws have taken effect during the last two years, with similar legislation introduced in additional states this year.
About eDriving
eDriving is the leading provider of online driver education and behind-the-wheel training solutions serving teenagers, adults, contract drivers, and corporations nationwide. eDriving brands include DriversEd.com, the largest provider of online and behind-the-wheel novice driver training in the United States, and I Drive Safely, the largest provider of online driver improvement courses nationwide and a leading provider of online fleet driver training. The company also partners with leading brands to help them deliver relevant products and services within the rapidly expanding marketplace connecting drivers to new business models dependent on road safety. For more information, visit www.edriving.com.