Mistress of Ceremony
Invocation
Tashira Wheeler
Lift Every Voice and Sing
Rev. Dr. Angela Battle
Welcome Harambee Co-Chair Corentha Bradley-Esaw
Purpose
Membership
Legacy of Love
Harambee Co-Chair Tyea Santiago
Tracey Butler
In memory of our transitioned section members Barbara Walker and Katrina Moore
Lunch is Served
Introduction of Community Leader Award
Recipient: Rev. Dr. Charles Boyer
Introduction of President’s Award
Recipient: Deacon Jeanette Battle
Introduction of Speaker
Speaker
Rev. Dr. Angela Battle
Rev. Dr. Angela Battle
Kieanna Childs Alexander
Assemblywoman Verlina Reynolds Jackson
NCNW Mercer Section Video Presentation
Let Me Call You Sweetheart
Silent Auction Ends
Closing Remarks & Benediction
Rev. Dr. Angela Battle
Deacon Jeanette Delores Battle was born Jeanette Delores Mullins on March 11, 1937 in Richmond Virginia. Deacon Battle was the oldest of eleven children. She attended Carver Vocational Technical High School for Business. Jeanette was always resourceful and an entrepreneur. Jeanette met James Gaston Battle the love of her life and married him. Together from that union they had six children. Jeanette has excellent organizational skills and time management skills. Jeanette was a domestic engineer who kept the home spotless. Jeanette worked at Laundry Leasing Service and then Consolidated Laundries.
Jeanette is a faithful believer of Jesus Christ and has attended church all her life. She also ensured that her children attended as well. Deacon Jeanette is currently a member of New Vision Baptist Church in East Orange New Jersey. Jeanette is a supporter of Peoples Organization for Progress and has participated in protests for humanity. Jeanette was an Eastern Star and part of the Newark Chapter. Jeanette is a member of the NAACP. One of her prize possessions outside of the Holy Bible is a letter from Michelle Obama. Presently, Jeanette has sixteen grandchildren and over fourteen great-grands. Jeanette was a caregiver to her grandmother and aunt. Family is very important to Jeanette.
Deacon Battle is one of the founding members of the Mercer County Section in 2017. She became a Life Member in 2018. As the oldest Member she was appointed Senior Advisor for her wisdom and candor. Currently, she is the team leader for the section which involves attending the monthly state meetings for the Bethune Heights Recognition Program. Deacon Jeanette Delores is a great example of what a member of a section should be. She has great attendance, one of the first to contribute financially, actively supports all endeavors and speaks up. Her mantra is, if I can help someone along the way then my living is not in vain. Favorite Scripture John 14:1, Let not your heart be troubled. Deacon Jeanette Delores Battle was chosen for the 2024 NCNW Mercer County President’s Award for her loyal and dedicated service. She is truly a Leader leading the Legacy!
Assemblywoman Verlina Reynolds tained advance degrees from Trenton State College/The College of New Jersey and earned a Master of Science in Administration from Central Michigan University. Her career as a Social Worker coupled with a commitment to public service led her to the elected position of East Ward Councilwoman, where she became the 1 legislated laws for the City of Trenton. Assemblywoman Reynolds City Council before being elected to fill the vacant New Jersey Assembly seat in the 15 trict.
Ms. Reynolds
Senior Leadership where she serves as Constituent Outreach Chair, Co Public Schools, and Vice the Assembly Budget Committee, the Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee, and the Joint Committee on Economic Justice and Equal Employment. The Assemblywoman also serves as a Commissioner on the State of New Jersey Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission, the Amistad Commission and is Vice Chair of the New Jersey Legislative Black Caucus. Since graduating from college, the Assemblywoman has continued her education through the New Jersey Redevelopment Authority and Rutgers University. She currently teaches Public Policy at Saint Peter
For the past 10+ years, Verlina Reynolds public service. She has achieved great satisfaction working with various populations, including her neighbors, the homeless, elderly, children, and people with disabilities. Her efforts have been dedicated to championing social justice causes, bolstering minority, women, and veteran access to quality healthcare safeguarding our environment, and creating pathways for student success. Verlina resides in the City of Trenton with her wonderful husband, Lorenzo Jackson.
Memberships & Affiliations:
¨ Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Trenton Alumnae Chapter
¨ Government Finance Officers Association
¨ YWCA of Princeton Board of Directors
¨ Central Jersey (NJ) Chapter of The Links, Inc.
¨ United Way of Greater Mercer County Board of Directors
Education:
¨ Master of Science in Administration, Central Michigan University
¨ Bachelor of Arts, Sociology, Trenton State College/The College of NJ
¨ State of New Jersey Certified Municipal Finance Officer
On behalf of the NCNW Mercer Section Membership, we would like to thank you for your support. Thank you to our honorees, keynote speaker, vendors, participants, and attendees for making this event a success.
Afriprintz (Bernice Fynn-Addo)
Mary Kay (Kakila Hunter)
Scentsy (Angela McKinney)
Simply Dented (Tina Dent)
So Fab Jewels (Sophia Rhodes Gist)
¨ Arlene Banks
¨ Tracey Butler
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