A Foundation of Faith Greek Orthodox Roots The Greek Orthodox Christian Faith played a crucial role in William Planes’ upbringing. His father, who escaped and survived the 1922 genocide of Greek Orthodox Christians in Asia Minor, instilled in him the importance of faith and its values. Educational and Military Journey From University to Navy After […]
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Career Shift Leaving Public Practice After several years of practicing as a CPA, William Planes left public practice to start a firm that developed into one that specialized in buying struggling businesses, reorganizing them, and reselling them. Philanthropic Endeavours Utilizing Gains for Good Planes used the gains from his business investments to fund various philanthropic
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The Early Life of William Planes Decendent of Refugee Beginnings Many early Christians travelled to Asia Minor to escape persecution in Jerusalem. Over time, Asia Minor became a significant site for the spread and survival of Christianity. However, the area experienced severe persecution, especially during World War I, the Greco-Turkish War, and the Genocide of
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“Platanides: Through the Eye of the Storm” is the true story of his father, Panayiotis Platanides who, at 14, survived the genocide of Greek Christians in 1922 Asia Minor. The story explores the power of the Greek Orthodox faith that helped him and his family overcome and move beyond the atrocities they faced. “I felt
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Book Review by ALH for June or July 2023 from ALH BOOK REVIEW PLATANIDES: THROUGH THE EYE OF THE STORM William Planes, Author BY: ELLEN JAMES (History Teacher) As I read this book, it captivated me to the point that I could not leave it down until I completed my read. “Platanides: Through the
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Planes final edit by wpp draft (vs 2) Suggested Title: Book Explores How One Man’s Faith Triumphed Over the Greek Genocide in Asia Minor Meta Description (150 Characters): “Platanides: Through the Eye of the Storm” is the true story of his father, Panayiotis (Peter) Platanides who, at 14, survived the genocide of Greek Christians in
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Final draft – Oct 10 – Article Many people in the world go about their lives seeking ways to add to their wealth and live a comfortable life. But what we often see is that despite the accumulation of wealth and luxuries, people still end up feeling empty. This is because we don’t have the
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How to Live an Abundant Christian Life? Living an abundant Christian life is a goal that many believers strive for, but it can often feel elusive or difficult to achieve. However, with the right mindset, actions, and faith, anyone can live a life filled with abundance, joy, and fulfillment. In this article, we will explore
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How do you Live your Life as a Christian? Living life as a Christian is a personal journey that involves cultivating a relationship with God through prayer, study, and fellowship. It is a way of life that is based on following the teachings of Jesus Christ and living according to his example. Here are some
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What Do Christians Believe? Christianity is one of the world’s major religions with over two billion followers worldwide. But what exactly do Christians believe? What is the purpose of their Faith? Christians are instructed to love their neighbors as themselves and to treat others with kindness and respect. They are also called to forgive those
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