Iona College - ICANN Yearbook (New Rochelle, NY)

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FR. JIM POISSON Reverend James D. Poisson was teaching in a White Plains school in 1970 when he received a message to contact Iona College. Iona wanted Father Poisson to participate in an experiment — the formation of a Campus Ministry. This organization would minister to the religious needs of the college community and provide a place for students, faculty, administration and staff “to be”, a neutral area. Working with these principles in mind. Father Poisson and a handful of volunteers started the Iona College Campus Ministry program. Seven years have passed since Father Jim returned the message to Iona College. He is still coordinator of this organization — which has grown stronger each year, continuing to serve the Iona College Community. Father Jim aided in the transition when the Ministry moved from a small building on President Street to its present location in Spellman Hall, thus making its services even more accessible. Father Jim has given a great number of Iona students, faculty, administration and staff his never-ending love and dedication to his vocation. He has provided leadership to those misguided, shared his love with all, served each while serving many. Father James Poisson is the paragon of love, virtue, and truth. To him, we dedicate this book. 6