Jarrod David Copeland-Shane

The year is 1889 and the point of view is from a young boy named Bob Starrett. The author does a really good job at keeping the story at a steady pace. Bob is living on a farm in Wyoming with his parents Joe and Marian Starrett. When one day he sees a mysterious stranger riding towards him. After his father, Joe offered […]

Jarrod David Copeland-Shaping History Through Prayer and Fasting

The author does a wonderful job at explaining how prayer is powerful and we as royal kingly priests (Christians), have the authority and responsibility to be intercessors in prayer for not just our own lives but the entire world. As Christians, we have an expectation to use our authority both for His glory and our […]

Jarrod David Copeland-Prisoners of our Thought

Based on the teachings of Viktor Frankl and his principles for discovering meaning in life and work. “Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space lies our freedom and our power to chose our response. In our response lies growth and our happiness.” What is life asking of me?What is this situation […]

Jarrod David Copeland-Built Not Born

First ask yourself why you want to be an entrepreneur. Do you want to take a chance or sit on the sidelines and let others live out their goals? Ask yourself, “are you cut out for the lifestyle? Is the risk high? Absolutely! Is it worth it? Absolutely! How does the author spot a good […]

Jarrod David Copeland-Goliath Must Fall

What did I learn from reading this book? Building the mindset and dedication to overcome any obstacles no matter the size. Fear, rejection, comfort, anger, addiction are all giants that will tower over you and rob you of who you are. David and Goliath is the base of the book. The tale of a simple […]

Choon Yong-ACE Class Report-Italy

Begin: 8/25/2023Finish: 10/23/2023Title: Italian CitiesInstructor: Rick Steves Why I chose to take this class:This class shows me about Italy,. Its culture, history, beauty of the country, its architecture and its Art.What I learned in this class:Italy is a country in Southern Europe. It is known for its rich cultural heritage and natural beauty. Its cities […]

Choon Yong-ACE Class Report: European Cities

Begin: 9/10/2023Finish: 10/29/2023Title: European CitiesInstructor: Rick Steves Why I chose to take this class:This class shows us the various cities in Europe: Budapest, Warsaw, Prague, Slovenia, Dubrovnik – Croatia, Vienna, Salzburg, Alps – Italian Dolomites, French Chamonix to the Swiss Jungfrau. What I learned in this class:Austria and the Alps:Vienna is the capital and largest […]

Choon Yong-ACE Class Report-Small Business Workshop

Begin: 9/15/2023Finish: 11/3/2023Title: Small Business Workshop. Why I chose to take this class:I took this class to learn about small business and corporations. This class will give me knowledge on how to start a business, requirements, laws governing corporation, tax implications, by laws, sales and service contracts, business expenditure and how to raise capital. What […]

Kevin Galetto-MAN’S SEARCH FOR MEANING

Why I read this book:I purchased this book because Michael Santos read some of Frankl’s books while he was in prison. Heseemed to grasp a deeper understanding of phycology and the human mindset, perceptibly from a manwho encountered a similar circumstance of dehumanizing and debilitating imprisonment. I thought thatthis book, Man’s Search for Meaning, would […]

Georgiana Elizabeth Jones-A Promised Land

This was the first book I read of a notable person when incarcerated in October 2021. I decided to read of people I would aspire to emulate. This book absolutely came through for me with valuable insights into the mind of a President, strategizer, and Patriarch. After reading this book I saw how better to […]