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Christianity & Socialism is Topic of Monthly Gathering of Freedom & Virtue Institute

Friday, September 3rd, 2010

(Fort Myers, Fla. – September 3, 2010) – Socialist vision and its compatibility with Christianity will be discussed at the Freedom & Virtue Institute’s next Hour of Freedom to be held on September 15 at 6 p.m. at The Forest Country Club in Fort Myers.

 

FVICan a Christian be a Socialist? Previous meetings have explored the meaning of ideologies, socialism and liberation theology. To continue the discussion, the group will discuss the socialist vision’s compatibility with Christianity.  All are invited to come and explore with us this important topic. Ismael Hernandez, executive director of the Freedom & Virtue Institute, will lead the discussion.

 

The Hour of Freedom is an informal gathering for individuals who believe in the principles of a free society as advocated by America’s founding fathers.

 

The event is open to the public and there is no cost to attend. The Forest Country Club is located along US 41 between Gladiolus Road/Six Mile Cypress Pkwy and Island Park Road. The address is 6100 Club Boulevard SW, Fort Myers, FL 33908. More information can be found at www.FVInstitute.org or by calling (239) 322-8082. Reservations are requested by e-mail to Ismael@fvinstitute.org.

 

About FVI

The Freedom & Virtue Institute is a not-for-profit organization that works in the local community to champion the virtues of individual freedom, limited government, and human dignity at the heart of America’s founding. The mission of FVI is to promote the principles of free enterprise, limited government, individual freedom, and traditional values through local initiatives based right here in Southwest Florida.

 

The Freedom & Virtue Institute offers opportunities to learn, dialogue and live out the principles of a free and virtuous society through relevant and practical outlets. Through effective workshops, consultation, and educational conferences the Freedom & Virtue Institute bridges the gap between thinkers and doers to develop local networks of “activists for freedom.”  Additionally, hands-on opportunities are offered for young people to discover if they have an entrepreneurial vocation that will enable them to create avenues for creativity and prosperity.

 

The Freedom & Virtue Institute is non-partisan and non-denominational. Everyone interested in preserving and enjoying the freedom that has made our country great is invited to participate. More information can be found at www.FVInstitute.org or by calling (239) 322-8082.

 

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Defining Political Ideologies in Election Time is Topic of Monthly Gathering of Freedom & Virtue Institute

Thursday, August 5th, 2010

(Fort Myers, Fla. – August 5, 2010) – Political ideologies will be discussed at the Freedom & Virtue Institute’s next Hour of Freedom to be held on August 18 at 6 p.m. at The Forest Country Club in Fort Myers.

FVIAs election time nears, the political discourse often labels politicians and others as conservative, moderate, liberal, or progressive. But what is the true meaning of these varying ideological positions and what implications do they have on our election options?  How can we hold politicians accountable? Ismael Hernandez, executive director of the Freedom & Virtue Institute, will lead the discussion on this timely topic.

The Hour of Freedom is an informal gathering for individuals who believe in the principles of a free society as advocated by America’s founding fathers.

The event is open to the public and there is no cost to attend. The Forest Country Club is located along US 41 between Gladiolus Road/Six Mile Cypress Pkwy and Island Park Road. The address is 6100 Club Boulevard SW, Fort Myers, FL 33908. More information can be found at www.FVInstitute.org or by calling (239) 322-8082. Reservations are requested by e-mail to Ismael@fvinstitute.org.

About FVI

The Freedom & Virtue Institute is a not-for-profit organization that works in the local community to champion the virtues of individual freedom, limited government, and human dignity at the heart of America’s founding. The mission of FVI is to promote the principles of free enterprise, limited government, individual freedom, and traditional values through local initiatives based right here in Southwest Florida.

The Freedom & Virtue Institute offers opportunities to learn, dialogue and live out the principles of a free and virtuous society through relevant and practical outlets. Through effective workshops, consultation, and educational conferences the Freedom & Virtue Institute bridges the gap between thinkers and doers to develop local networks of “activists for freedom.”  Additionally, hands-on opportunities are offered for young people to discover if they have an entrepreneurial vocation that will enable them to create avenues for creativity and prosperity.

The Freedom & Virtue Institute is non-partisan and non-denominational. Everyone interested in preserving and enjoying the freedom that has made our country great is invited to participate. More information can be found at www.FVInstitute.org or by calling (239) 322-8082.

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Socialism to be Discussed at Monthly Gathering of Freedom & Virtue Institute

Thursday, June 24th, 2010

FORT MYERS, FL (June 24, 2010) – Please reserve your seat for the Freedom & Virtue Institute’s next Hour of Freedom to be held on July 7 at 6 p.m. at The Forest Country Club in Fort Myers. Our topic will be: “What is socialism anyway?” An intellectual discussion on the history of socialism and its political and societal implications, and how it does or does not fit into a free and virtuous society.

 

FVIThe Hour of Freedom is an informal gathering for individuals who believe in the principles of a free society as advocated by America’s founding fathers.

 

The event is open to the public and there is no cost to attend. The Forest Country Club is located along US 41 between Gladiolus Road/Six Mile Cypress Pkwy and Island Park Road. The address is 6100 Club Boulevard SW, Fort Myers, FL 33908. More information can be found at www.FVInstitute.org or by calling (239) 322-8082. Reservations are requested by e-mail to Ismael@fvinstitute.org.

 

About FVI

The Freedom & Virtue Institute is a not-for-profit organization that works in the local community to champion the virtues of individual freedom, limited government, and human dignity at the heart of America’s founding. The mission of FVI is to promote the principles of free enterprise, limited government, individual freedom, and traditional values through local initiatives based right here in Southwest Florida.

 

The Freedom & Virtue Institute offers opportunities to learn, dialogue and live out the principles of a free and virtuous society through relevant and practical outlets. Through effective workshops, consultation, and educational conferences the Freedom & Virtue Institute bridges the gap between thinkers and doers to develop local networks of “activists for freedom.”  Additionally, hands-on opportunities are offered for young people to discover if they have an entrepreneurial vocation that will enable them to create avenues for creativity and prosperity.

 

The Freedom & Virtue Institute is non-partisan and non-denominational. Everyone interested in preserving and enjoying the freedom that has made our country great is invited to participate. More information can be found at www.FVInstitute.org or by calling (239) 322-8082.

Capitalism & Greed to be Discussed at Monthly Gathering of Freedom & Virtue Institute

Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010

FORT MYERS, FL (June 2, 2010) –The Freedom & Virtue Institute will hold its monthly gathering, called the Hour of Freedom, next Wednesday, June 9 at 6:00 p.m. at The Forest Country Club in south Fort Myers.

 

The Hour of Freedom is an informal gathering for individuals who believe in the principles of a free society as advocated by America’s founding fathers. The topic this month is Capitalism & Greed. FVI founder, Ismael Hernandez, will discuss how capitalism is often associated with greed and evil practices and is attacked because its only concern is the bottom line. Is that really true?  Hernandez will explore the roots of capitalism and make a case for the “entrepreneurial vocation.”

 

The event is open to the public and there is no cost to attend. The Forest Country Club is located along US 41 between Gladiolus Road/Six Mile Cypress Pkwy and Island Park Road. The address is 6100 Club Boulevard SW, Fort Myers, FL 33908. More information can be found at www.FVInstitute.org or by calling (239) 322-8082.

 

About FVI

FVIThe Freedom & Virtue Institute is a not-for-profit organization that works in the local community to champion the virtues of individual freedom, limited government, and human dignity at the heart of America’s founding. The mission of FVI is to promote the principles of free enterprise, limited government, individual freedom, and traditional values through local initiatives based right here in Southwest Florida.

 

The Freedom & Virtue Institute offers opportunities to learn, dialogue and live out the principles of a free and virtuous society through relevant and practical outlets. Through effective workshops, consultation, and educational conferences the Freedom & Virtue Institute bridges the gap between thinkers and doers to develop local networks of “activists for freedom.”  Additionally, hands-on opportunities are offered for young people to discover if they have an entrepreneurial vocation that will enable them to create avenues for creativity and prosperity.

 

The Freedom & Virtue Institute is non-partisan and non-denominational. Everyone interested in preserving and enjoying the freedom that has made our country great is invited to participate. More information can be found at www.FVInstitute.org or by calling (239) 322-8082.

The Principle of Limited Government to be Discussed at Monthly Gathering of Freedom & Virtue Institute

Monday, February 8th, 2010

BONITA SPRINGS, FL (February 8, 2010) –The Freedom & Virtue Institute will hold its monthly gathering, called the Hour of Freedom, this Thursday, February 11 at 5:30 p.m. at The Forest Country Club in south Fort Myers.

 

The Hour of Freedom is an informal gathering for individuals who believe in the principles of a free society as advocated by America’s founding fathers. The topic for discussion in February is The Principle of Limited Government. The event is open to the public and there is no cost to attend. More information can be found at www.FVInstitute.org or by calling 239-390-1286.

 

About FVI

FVIThe Freedom & Virtue Institute is a not-for-profit organization that works in the local community to champion the virtues of individual freedom, limited government, and human dignity at the heart of America’s founding. The mission of FVI is to promote the principles of free enterprise, limited government, individual freedom, and traditional values through local initiatives based right here in Southwest Florida.

 

The Freedom & Virtue Institute offers opportunities to learn, dialogue and live out the principles of a free and virtuous society through relevant and practical outlets. Through effective workshops, consultation, and educational conferences the Freedom & Virtue Institute bridges the gap between thinkers and doers to develop local networks of “activists for freedom.”  Additionally, hands-on opportunities are offered for young people to discover if they have an entrepreneurial vocation that will enable them to create avenues for creativity and prosperity.

 

The Freedom & Virtue Institute is non-partisan and non-denominational. Everyone interested in preserving and enjoying the freedom that has made our country great is invited to participate. More information can be found at www.FVInstitute.org or by calling 239-390-1286.

 

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Non-profit Institute Created to Defend Freedom at the Local Level

Friday, December 11th, 2009

A newly formed organization called the Freedom & Virtue Institute (FVI) is teaching the principles of a free society and applying practical strategies to advocate the ideas of America’s founding fathers.

 

FVI(BONITA SPRINGS, Fla. – December 10, 2009) –The board of directors of the Freedom & Virtue Institute announced today the formation of a new not-for-profit organization that will work in the local community to champion the virtues of individual freedom, limited government, and human dignity at the heart of America’s founding.

 

The mission of FVI is to promote the principles of free enterprise, limited government, individual freedom, and traditional values through local initiatives based right here in Southwest Florida.

 

Ismael Hernandez, Founder & Director

Ismael Hernandez, Founder & Director

“The foundation of our Institute is a love for America, love of neighbor, concern for the poor, and a desire to build a society that respects human dignity,” said Ismael Hernandez, the executive director of the Freedom & Virtue Institute.  “We believe that human freedom and private initiative in local communities is the best way to effect positive change and our goal is to educate the residents of Southwest Florida on the richness of America’s founding principles and inspire them to action.”

 

The Freedom & Virtue Institute will create opportunities to learn, dialogue and live out the principles of a free and virtuous society through relevant and practical outlets. Through effective workshops, consultation, and educational conferences the Freedom & Virtue Institute will bridge the gap between thinkers and doers and develop local networks of “activists for freedom.”  Additionally, hands-on opportunities will be offered for young people to discover if they have an entrepreneurial vocation that will enable them to create avenues for creativity and prosperity.

 

“We are off to a promising start” says Hernandez. “Our initial programs have been met with eager acceptance and we have several more in development.”  Current active initiatives include:

 

  • The Education in Freedom Students Center which offer hands-on educational opportunities for undergraduate students at local community colleges and high schools to learn about the personal and societal benefits of free enterprise and entrepreneurship.
  • Basic Communities Center which offers training for non-profit, government, businesses and church staff on effective compassion and energizes people of faith to become active participants in their churches and community and transform institutional programs using the principles of the Institute.
  • Townhalls for Freedom Center which offer workshops, classes, discussion sessions, and media presentations for volunteers and individuals that address the critical issues facing our society today.

“The assumption about social justice in America today is that the government is the first and best source in assuring the common good,” says Hernandez.”We believe that human freedom and private initiative in local communities are better instruments in effecting lasting positive change in our society and FVI’s programs will offer relevant and effective solutions to address those issues for the betterment of our local community.”

 

The Freedom & Virtue Institute is non-partisan and non-denominational. Everyone interested in preserving and enjoying the freedom that has made our country great is invited to participate. More information can be found at www.FVInstitute.org or by calling 239-390-1286.

 

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