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The Movement Continues…….

A Founders Day Celebration to Remember

towering replica of the sculptor, Fortitude, created
by Soror Pamela Barnes. Soror Catrina R. Waters,
Founders Day Chair, welcomed the sorors in
attendance. The theme for the occasion was, “The
Movement Continues: Same Vision – Stronger Com-
mitment – Greater Service.” After the introduction
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of the dais by Soror Melvetta Leach-Peck, 2 Vice
President, Soror Cassandra E. Brown, Chapter Presi-
dent, gave a unique greeting to all in attendance.
She encouraged sorors to honor and appreciate the
vision of the Founders. Soror Lauren Blanding,
Founders Day Vice Chair delivered the invocation
that reminded all to be thankful and to reflect on
the shoulders upon which we stand and serve in
Delta. The occasion for the celebration was pre-
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sented by Crystal Crump, 1 Vice president. She
connected issues related to the great history of our
city, Delta Sigma Theta, Sorority, Incorporated, the
Montgomery (AL) Alumnae Chapter and the social
issues that still need to be addressed as we move
forward as a community.

The audience was definitely entertained by musical
performances by the Delta Aires. The performance
of “Jesus Promised” and “Write the Vision” re-
The Montgomery (AL) Alumnae Chapter celebrated ceived active engagement from the audience. The
107 years of the founding of Delta Sigma Theta So- atmosphere was filled with a spirit of sisterhood
rority, Incorporated on Saturday, February 1, 2020, and Christian love. Equally impressive was the
at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Montgomery, AL. moving inspirational dramatization entitled, “The
The National Treasurer, Pamela R. Hill served as the Movement Continues” written by Soror Catrina R.
presiding officer of the Rededication Ceremony that Waters was presented. Soror Mona Davis was in-
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preceded the Founders Day Celebration. The 21 credible with the voice-over presentation, Sorors
National President, Soror Marcia L Fudge was the Brittany Pettaway, Courtnee’ Bell, and Lauren
speaker our Founders Day Celebration. Blanding beautifully danced to “A Change is Gonna
Come” and “Girl On Fire”, that incorporated a tal-
Following the Rededication Ceremony, the electri- ented cast of sorors as they portrayed a modern
fying processional had Sorors on their feet was a day Women’s Suffrage March Reenactment and
great start to the celebration luncheon as they en- related today issues and yesterday’s crucial move-
tered on “Back in Stride Again.” There was a beauti- ments towards justice and equality. The dance very
ful sea of red, were four hundred sorors repre- fittingly incorporated the “Fortitude Stance”.
senting five states were in attendance. The atmos-
phere and ambiance gave the feeling of a Regional While a delicious lunch was being served which in-
Conference or National Convention event. The cluded; a Garden Salad, Grilled Chicken with a Par-
room was beautifully decorated with flowers drap- mesan Cream Sauce, French Green Beans with
ing the dais, table settings on red chargers with hur- shredded carrots on top, garlic new potatoes, fresh
ricane lamps, African violets, magnolia leaves and baked rolls and butter, New York style cheesecake
candles. The focal point of the entire room was the drizzled with a strawberry sauce.