Philosophical Foundations
Introduction: competency 1A
Like a picture on the wall, looking to myself and remembering the stories and circumstances that have molded my life, it is clear to me that the narratives of yesterday still address me today in some considerable ways. The core values which surround me today were given by my parents, by the education I received and followed by God’s direction. I am a Christian, and it is vital to understand not only the connection between my worldview with theories and practices but how one’s worldview relates to leadership theory. Not less important is to evaluate several established philosophies of leadership and their relevance to us as leaders, and grasp individual differences, and how they affect outcomes in different situations.
Highlights
Pictures coming from many artifacts that contributed to my worldview
What is it for?
Leadership functions within the context of multiple perspectives and understands how their individual worldview influences practice (Leadership & Learning Plan – LLP, p. 19)
Reflection Paper:
Reflection Paper & Competency-Rubric Evaluation
See the following artifact(s) as listed on my Reflection Paper, Chapter III, MY WORLDVIEW IN ACTION:
A. Dale Carnegie certificate
I worked as an associate assistant for Dale Carnegie training in Brazil.
Through this course, I trained people to develop their abilities to see things in different perspectives not only in their personal lives but their professional lives.
They also learned to confront, analyze, reflect and redirect their attitudes, actions, and viewpoints. As a result, they improved the way to see the world around them that directed to new approaches and discoveries in their worldviews.
1. Dale Carnegie certificate
B: 1. Elder's certificate, 2. Nominating Committee letter, and 3. Two letters from the Senior Pastor Claudio Vilela and two letters from the GNYC actual and former presidents
Connected to my worldview are my spirituality and beliefs. I worked as an assistant pastor and first elder for Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Brazilian church in Mount Vernon, NY.
When we lead a church, we lead people as well as we share our worldviews.
Among several duties that I had, I helped the church to develop, implement and direct the nominating committee, church board meetings, religious activities, workshops, training, and conferences.
1. Here is my Elder’s certificate for the SDA churches.
2. Here is a nominating committee letter
3. These four letters (two from the senior pastor Claudio Vilela and two from the GNYC – Greater New York Conference former presidents) describe my role as the assistant pastor for the Westchester Luzo-Brazilian church in Mount Vernon, NY. They also describe all my duties and responsibilities to the church and community. The “Thank You” letter reflects the senior pastor’s recognition towards my work for the church and the community.
Letter to Mount Vernon (Pr. Claudio) – Thank You letter
B: 2. Pastor Denison Moura, from the Portuguese Advisory for the General Conference of SDA, as my guest for a "Special weekend with God" in my church.
As the assistant pastor, first elder and church leader for the Westchester Luzo-Brazilian church in Mount Vernon, NY, I invited pastor Denison Moura to do a “Special weekend with God” in my church.
See the video (in Portuguese) where Pr. Moura is greeting and inviting the church to participate in that unique program.
Also, see the letter describing his weekend with us as well as his words of recognition of my work for the church. (letter in Portuguese and English where he mentions my name and attaches my picture)
- See: Letter Pr. Denison
- See: the invitation video to the church
C. In His Presence conference: book of activities in Portuguese and English, and 2. the flyer
I worked as music school director for All Nations Music & Arts Center.
I was the coordinator for the I Conference of Worship and Praise In His Presence promoted by All Nations Baptist Church in Danbury, CT.
Under my coordination, among the many topics and speakers presented in the conference, we taught the influence of the music into the worship context and how they reflect our way to worship God, that at the end, they express our worldview.
1. the book that shows my name as Coordinator
2. the flyer
D. Andrews University acceptance letter and Pr. Claudio recognition letter
I understand that through school education I can enhance my experience that in the end, will improve and reflect my worldview.
At Andrews University, the main idea was to seek multiples perspectives, new knowledge, improve my education as well as my curriculum, and be aware of multicultural approaches throughout the program.
1. Andrews acceptance letter
2. Pr. Claudio Vilela’s letter of appreciation in regarding my Andrews acceptance letter to enter in the Ph.D. program
E. See the essential books that I have used to structure my children Christian worldview
As a dad, I share the responsibility with my wife in developing our children in essential areas preparing them to live a good life and make good choices including a Christian foundation they can follow as an example for their lives.
As they are in the worldview development step is very important that they receive a correct life guide through our parental education.
F. York University: application, certificate, Celebration of Success's book, and picture
In Toronto, Canada, I took the Management course for “Internationally Educated Professionals” offered by York University. It was a two years project.
At York University, the main idea was to seek multiples perspectives, new knowledge, improve my education as well as my curriculum, and be aware of multicultural approaches throughout the program. Canada is a multicultural country that has many cultures that bring their worldviews.
I understand that through school education I can enhance my experience that in the end, will reflect and improve my worldview.
1. The York University application
2. York University Certificate
3. Course celebration (see my name under BUSINESS)
YORK – Celebrate Success 2015 Prg
4. Picture: I am in the first row, the third person from right to left.
G: 1. EMAF 2009 Spring Recital (Recital da Primavera): program, flyer, newspaper report, and video. Music School Director, teacher, and host: Prof. Osvaldo Junior
As music school director for Escola de Musica & Artes Filadelfia (EMAF) – Philadelphia Music School & Arts Center, I had the responsibility to explore and develop a multi-cultural music education and understand how our worldview assumptions impact how we lead and approach music education.
As a result of my work, I prepared the students to perform in several recitals. I hosted, directed and performed in this recital:
1. Escola de Musica e Artes Filadelfia (EMAF) in Danbury, Connecticut, US.
The program – EMAF 2009 Spring Recital
The flyer – EMAF Flyer
The newspaper report – The Immigrant Newspaper – EMAF Spring Recital 2009
The Video
G: 2. Avivar Music & Arts Center: schools flyers in English, Portuguese and Spanish, spring recital flyers and invitation, pictures and video. Music School Director, teacher, and host: Prof. Osvaldo Junior
As music school director for Avivar Music & Arts Center, I had the responsibility to explore and develop a multi-cultural music education and understand how our worldview assumptions impact how we lead and approach music education.
As a result of my work, I prepared the students to perform in several recitals. I hosted, directed and performed in this recital:
2. Avivar Music & Arts Center in Danbury, Connecticut, US
Flyers in English, Portuguese and Spanish. See my name as “Direction: Prof. Osvaldo Junior”
Avivar 2011 Spring Recital (Recital da Primavera): flyer and invitation
Avivar 2011 Spring Recital (Recital da Primavera): pictures
Avivar 2011 Spring Recital (Recital da Primavera): video
G: 3. Christ For The Nations Music & Arts Center: school flyers in English and Portuguese, spring recital flyer and invitation, pictures and video. Music School Director, teacher, and host: Prof. Osvaldo Junior
As music school director for Christ for the Nations Music & Arts Center, I had the responsibility to explore and develop a multi-cultural music education and understand how our worldview assumptions impact how we lead and approach music education.
As a result of my work, I prepared the students to perform in several recitals. I hosted, directed and performed in this recital:
3. Christ for the Nations Music & Arts Center in Toronto, Canada
Flyers in English and Portuguese. See my name as “Direction: Prof. Osvaldo Junior”
CFN Music & Arts Center – Spring Recital (Recital de Primavera): flyer and invitation
CFN Music & Arts Center – Spring Recital (Recital de Primavera): pictures
CFN Music & Arts Center – Spring Recital (Recital de Primavera): videos
Video 1.
Video 2.
H. LEAD 636 (Issues in Leadership Foundation) course syllabus, final paper and assignment
LEAD 636 – Issues in Leadership Foundations at Andrews University: This course helped me explore ideas and study different approaches to worldviews at the same time it helped to shape and improve my worldview.
1. Course syllabus
2. Course final paper
Osvaldo’s LEAD 636 Final Paper
3. Course Assignment: Islamic worldview
I. AP/ADMS 3020 (Canadian Business Culture and Management Skills) course syllabus, final paper, certificate, celebrating success booklet, and picture.
AP/ADMS 3020 – Canadian Business Culture and Management at York University (Toronto – Canada). This class is part of a bridging program offered by the Canadian government to internationally educated professional, the newcomers.
According to its syllabus, this course gave a review of the Canadian business condition and its environment and concentrated on the improvement of the management knowledge and skills for Internationally Educated Professionals (IEP).
Hypothetical guidelines were joined with case examinations, intuitive and group-based activities, and additionally, oral and composed assignments that built up a thorough comprehension of the Canadian landscape. Canada is a multicultural country with a majority of its immigrants coming from the Middle East.
So, interacting with many different cultures, I could learn and improve my worldview.
1. The York University application
2. The course outline
3. Final case assignment
Final Assignment – Group Presentation
4. York University Certificate
5. The celebration of Success 2015 graduation booklet (see my name under Canadian Business: Management)
YORK – Celebrate Success 2015 Prg
6. Picture: I am in the first row, the third person from right to left.
J: 1. 2003, Danbury, CT - Christmas Musical: Christ is the Light (Cristo A Luz). Director, producer, conductor and pianist: Osvaldo Junior. See the following artifacts: flyer, picture and video.
I performed this musical in Portuguese at a Brazilian SDA church in Danbury, Connecticut, US. See the picture (I am the first front kneeling wearing a white shirt), my name on the flyer as “Director: Osvaldo Junior, ” and the video. I was the director, producer, choir/vocal group conductor, and pianist.
The Christmas musical “Cristo A Luz” portrays the Jesus life from His birth going along in His ministry until His resurrection. (in Portuguese)
Video
J: 2. 2004, Mount Vernon, NY - Christmas Musical: Adore (Adorai). Director, producer and conductor: Osvaldo Junior. See the following artifacts: flyer, pictures and videos.
See my name on the flyer as “Director & Conductor: Osvaldo Junior.” I was the director, producer, and choir conductor.
I performed this musical in Portuguese at Westchester Luzo-Brazilian SDA church in Mamaroneck, New York, US.
This Christmas musical “Adorai” shows Jesus life mostly portraying His birth going along with the surrounding happenings such as Joseph and Mary looking for someplace to rest to give birth to Jesus, three wise men, etc.
Pictures
Videos
J: 3. 2013, Toronto, Canada, Brazilian SDA Church - Easter Musical: Behold the Lamb. Director, producer and conductor: Osvaldo Junior. See the following artifacts: flyer, newspaper ad, pictures and video.
See my name on the flyer as “Director & Conductor: Osvaldo Junior.” I was the director, producer, and vocal group conductor.
I performed this musical in English at Brazilian SDA church in Toronto, Canada.
This Easter musical “Behold the Lamb” presents the Jesus ministry along with many miracles until His resurrection.
The flyer and newspaper ad is in Portuguese. The video is in English.
J: 4. 2013, Toronto, Canada, Portuguese SDA Church - Christmas Musical: The Night Before Christmas. Director, producer and conductor: Osvaldo Junior. See the following artifacts: flyers, pictures and videos.
I performed this musical in English at Portuguese SDA church in Toronto, Canada. I was the director, producer, and choir/vocal group conductor.
This Christmas musical “The Night before Christmas” as the name suggests, it relates the circumstances that anticipated the Jesus coming to earth.
I was the director, producer, and choir/vocal group conductor, as well as I, wrote all the scenes for this play.
See me in the video conducting the choir and vocal group, and at the end of the program receiving the thanks from the senior pastor Edgar Nunes.
My wife and children also participated in this project.
J: 5. 2014, Toronto, Canada, Portuguese SDA Church - Easter Music Program: Because He Lives. Director, producer, conductor and pianist: Osvaldo Junior. See the following artifacts: flyer, pictures and videos.
I performed this musical in English at a Portuguese SDA church in Toronto, Canada. I was the director, producer, pianist, and choir /vocal group conductor.
This Easter music program “Because He Lives” was performed by the Doxa vocal group, church choir and the men’s vocal group where we sang many songs that counted the Jesus life and His ministry. Pastor Edgar Nunes, the senior pastor of the church, brought the Jesus word and we sang to many visitors at the church.
See me in the video conducting, playing, directing and receiving the thanks at the end of the program.
