PURPOSE DRIVEN LIFE

By Cicely S. Moore

coaching, mindful meditations and lifestyle changes.

It’s

really strange and funny how things come back around full circle without your permission or without submission. Cicely S. Moore was born in a very small town in Louisiana, called Iowa. Although she was considered a “country girl” she came from a very large, yet loving family that encouraged, inspired, and most of all loved without boundaries.

Cicely’s life consisted of a strong sense of family, education, sports and most importantly being a servant to her community. Fortunate enough to witness these family examples of altruistic generational acts; Cicely’s character was built and the seeds of a servant leader were planted.

Entering a new phase of adulthood, Cicely experienced a new awakening with self and many others that were different yet the same. Through friendships, experiences, and spiritual discernment, Cicely recognized the deficiency in the LGBTQ+ community. She then created an organization for Masculine Presenting Lesbians. As a servant leader, her main objective was to build a platform that offered a “safe haven” for all who identified and desired to build lifelong bonds while serving others within the community.

Gamma Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. was founded in Baton Rouge, LA on June 30, 2006. The mission was, and still is, to help transform individuals through culture, leadership, high standards, professionalism, and integrity. As true servants in the community, GAP has continued to honor this commitment to this day by their continuous acts of service. Cicely Moore is one of four founders of the organization and is currently the President as she presides over more than 80 members and is growing.

In addition to Cicely’s natural leadership qualities, the established humanitarian was blessed with a vision to start a movement. “MOORE Love, Less HATE” was established in January 2022 and became an LLC in June 2023. The purpose of this movement is to promote love, positivity, and peace. MLLH also offers a holistic approach to health that includes fitness, nutrition, ritual tools (sprays, bath salts, herb packets, etc.) apparel, books, journals,

Apart from wearing her cape as a Humanitarian, Cicely is also the author of two published books for kids and a Gratitude and Manifestation Journal. Her first 2 children's publications were released June 01, 2023. Because of her impregnable love for children & firm spirituality, Cicely has written and published two children’s prayer books titled respectively, A Little Praying Black Girl and A Little Praying Black Boy. Both are a book of prayers to start with kids at an early age.

Cicely’s latest work can be located on her website, Amazon, and your local library (Baton Rouge, LouisianaGoodwood Branch) for viewing as well as purchasing.

Most importantly, the meaning behind things coming back full circle is that just recently, Cicely has asked herself, What is my purpose? It may have taken years and a lot of soul searching but the one thing that she has always held on to was helping and loving others. To some people it may not be the typical career/ job nor does it have a job description; however, its works of God. Cicely’s belief is that she was put here to embrace change, be an inspiration to others by respecting humanity, and give back to the community to pave the way for future generations to come. Most people don’t realize it, but we have the greatest potential to effect change. We have the ability to spark powerful movements, build public awareness, and create a means of understanding and acceptance.

Change is inevitable; therefore, we must welcome and embrace it. What makes change positive is how we use it and how we bring our communities together in doing so. We must break down the barriers that stand between people by gender, culture, race, religion, etc. and reflect on what reunites us.

Lastly, Cicely has come to the realization that her life is more purpose driven than career driven. She has decided to take a leap of faith to become more of what God wants her to be than what the world would like her to be. God’s purpose will extend far beyond those that are given by man. Knowing God’s purpose for you and actually living it out, prepares you for eternity and he will reward those that diligently seek him.

Hats off to this Louisiana native who wears her PRIDE with PRIDE!