Jeni StepanekOne of Mattie J.T. Stepanek's most popular (and needed) poems. Mattie wrote this poem on September 11, 2001 as an international passage for peace. The Mattie J.T. Stepanek Foundation offers free translations of this poem on www.MattieOnline.com (Foundation -- What We Do -- For Our World Campaign). The poem can be found in two of Mattie's books -- Hope Through Heartsongs (Hyperion, 2002) and Just Peace: A Message of Hope (AMP, 2006). Please share -- credit/copyright: Jeni Stepanek and Mattie J.T. Stepanek.
For Our World by Mattie J.T. StepanekJeni Stepanek2013-04-16 | One of Mattie J.T. Stepanek's most popular (and needed) poems. Mattie wrote this poem on September 11, 2001 as an international passage for peace. The Mattie J.T. Stepanek Foundation offers free translations of this poem on www.MattieOnline.com (Foundation -- What We Do -- For Our World Campaign). The poem can be found in two of Mattie's books -- Hope Through Heartsongs (Hyperion, 2002) and Just Peace: A Message of Hope (AMP, 2006). Please share -- credit/copyright: Jeni Stepanek and Mattie J.T. Stepanek.2021 Peace Day - Americus / Sumter County, GA - Mattie J.T. Stepanek FoundationJeni Stepanek2021-10-26 | 2021 Peace Day - Americus / Sumter County, GA - Mattie J.T. Stepanek Foundation - Celebrating Our Multigenerational Mosaic of Gifts - highlight reel from the 2nd annual Georgia Peace Day Celebration -- #PeaceMatters #Pathways2Peace #UnityInCommunity #JustShowUp #WIthPurpose #MakePeaceTheNewsCBSS Feeding Tips Clip 1 of 8 Marsha Dunn KleinJeni Stepanek2021-08-17 | On feeding and mealtime support: 8 video clips fromMarsha Dunn-Klein, Med, ORT/L Clip 1: Exploring Toys and Food, Texture and Taste from CBSS -- Maryland & DC Deafblind Project More: www.CBSS.UMD.EDUCBSS Feeding Tips Clip 5 of 8 Marsha Dunn KleinJeni Stepanek2021-08-17 | On feeding and mealtime support: 8 video clips fromMarsha Dunn-Klein, Med, ORT/L Clip 5: Using "Crumbs" as a "Texture Bridge" fo Exploring New Foods from CBSS -- Maryland & DC Deafblind Project More: www.CBSS.UMD.EDUCBSS Feeding Tips Clip 4 of 8 Marsha Dunn KleinJeni Stepanek2021-08-17 | On feeding and mealtime support: 8 video clips fromMarsha Dunn-Klein, Med, ORT/L Clip 4: Helping Infants and Children with Special Needs Understand "Hunger" from CBSS -- Maryland & DC Deafblind Project More: www.CBSS.UMD.EDUCBSS Feeding Tips Clip 6 of 8 Marsha Dunn KleinJeni Stepanek2021-08-17 | On feeding and mealtime support: 8 video clips fromMarsha Dunn-Klein, Med, ORT/L Clip 6: Using "Utensils" as a "Timeline Bridge" for Exploring New Foods from CBSS -- Maryland & DC Deafblind Project More: www.CBSS.UMD.EDUCBSS Feeding Tips Clip 7 of 8 Marsha Dunn KleinJeni Stepanek2021-08-17 | On feeding and mealtime support: 8 video clips fromMarsha Dunn-Klein, Med, ORT/L Clip 7: Understanding "Negative Food History" and Building Trust for New Routines from CBSS -- Maryland & DC Deafblind Project More: www.CBSS.UMD.EDUCBSS Feeding Tips Clip 8 of 8 Marsha Dunn KleinJeni Stepanek2021-08-17 | On feeding and mealtime support: 8 video clips fromMarsha Dunn-Klein, Med, ORT/L Clip 8: Building Positive "Feeding Relationships" Through Physical and Emotional "Tilting" from CBSS -- Maryland & DC Deafblind Project More: www.CBSS.UMD.EDUCBSS Feeding Tips Clip 2 of 8 Marsha Dunn KleinJeni Stepanek2021-08-17 | On feeding and mealtime support: 8 video clips fromMarsha Dunn-Klein, Med, ORT/L Clip 2: Tube Feeding Time Can Be a Part of Typical Infant or Family Mealtime from CBSS -- Maryland & DC Deafblind Project More: www.CBSS.UMD.EDU2013 0821 z Let There Be Peace on EarthJeni Stepanek2021-08-17 | Residents of Ingleside at King Farm, Rockville, MD, join event musician Steven Gellman in "Let There Be Peace On Earth" during a "Peace is Fun" picnic. The event, held on 8/21/13, celebrated the beginning of IKF's journey to "Peace Certification" by the Mattie J.T. Stepanek Foundation (www.MattieOnline.com)For Our World by Mattie J.T. Stepanek (signed by James)Jeni Stepanek2021-08-17 | Part of the Mattie J.T. Stepanek Foundation "For Our World Campaign" (to translate Mattie's 9/11/2001 peace poem into other languages). James offers this poem in American Sign Language. For more information, visit www.mattieonline.com (For Our World Campaign).I Could... If They would by Mattie J.T. StepanekJeni Stepanek2021-08-17 | Listen to Mattie J.T. Stepanek share his poem about hope, and disability, and future. For more about Mattie, visit www.MattieOnline.com.CBSS Feeding Tips Clip 3 of 8 Marsha Dunn KleinJeni Stepanek2021-08-17 | On feeding and mealtime support: 8 video clips fromMarsha Dunn-Klein, Med, ORT/L Clip 3: The "Get Permission Approach" for Eating by Mouth or Tube Feeding from CBSS -- Maryland & DC Deafblind Project More: www.CBSS.UMD.EDUMattie J.T. Stepanek Guild video excerpt - prenatal diagnosisJeni Stepanek2019-01-13 | Mattie J.T. Stepanek Guild video excerpt - Mattie's prenatal diagnosis -- interview recorded during 2018 by Lumen Catechetical Consultants with Jeni Stepanek, PhD (Mattie's mom) - all material owned/copyrighted to Jeni Stepanek. (More info www.Mattie4Sainthood.org)2014 Jimmy Carter remarks on Mattie J.T. StepanekJeni Stepanek2018-11-19 | 2014 Jimmy Carter remarks on Mattie J.T. Stepanek -- for the National Peace Day Campaign www.MattieOnline.comCVI Phase III Summer Institute celebration videoJeni Stepanek2016-09-16 | CBSS 2013 Summer Institute — Phase III CVI — A video celebration of learning and living during the 2013 Summer Institute with Dr. Christine Roman on Phase III, Cortical Visual Impairment.2013 0600 CBSS SI Cortical Visual Impairment Phase IIIJeni Stepanek2016-09-16 | CBSS 2013 Summer Institute — Phase III CVI — A video celebration of learning and living during the 2013 Summer Institute with Dr. Christine Roman on Phase III, Cortical Visual Impairment.2015 0803 Welcome IveyJeni Stepanek2015-11-27 | Welcome to my newest little grandkin - Ivey McLean Baker. Mom-mom loves you! Created by Jeni Stepanek, Ph.D. www.MattieOnline.com2015 1126 On Giving and Thanks (from Jeni Stepanek)Jeni Stepanek2015-11-26 | Created by Jeni Stepanek ("Mattie's mom" / "Mama Peace") - an expression of gratitude for all those who were on the "Countdown to Thanksgiving" journey as she moved through treatment for cancer. A mix of information and inspiration, and a touch of that silly humor that keeps the "Step'obbi'comb'ake'r'oss Fam" moving forthward, even when facing intense challenges.2015 Peace Gathering & Fireworks - Mattie J.T. Stepanek ParkJeni Stepanek2015-07-06 | 2015 Peace Gathering & Fireworks - Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park (July 4)
Message from Mattie's mom:
I live in a City that chooses peace, and proclaims Mattie's birthday as "Peace Day" each year.
I live across the street from a park commemorating my son's peace mission and legacy, where amazing volunteers for Mattie's Foundation carried out a Peace Gathering for hundreds of folks who enjoyed cake and conversation and music and activities that further peace. - I live in a house with Mattie's and my kin-family - related by life and by choice - and as we all sat together with this "front yard view" of the fireworks, we were in awe.
The #Rockville fireworks display was huge and long (30 amazing minutes!), and all 26 acres of Mattie's Park & Peace Garden were filled with holiday revelers - diverse in age and ability and race and religion and nationality - and all cheering together, in peace.
As Mattie's immediate family, we miss him so much every day. But beyond the truth of missing him is the reality of his legacy of peace, and the bonds of love that keep us connected to him, and with each other, in hope - during the good times and also through the tough times, not by chance but rather by choice.
Pausing to express gratitude is an important part of peace.
I am grateful, to the city, to Mattie's Peace Crew & Peace Guides, and most of all to my family.
Enjoy this small clip highlighting just a brief bit of the fireworks and energy in the Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park last night.
#PeaceIsPossible.
#StepobbicombakerossFamRocks Sandy Newcomb, Heather Dobbins, Shelly Gross, Jamie-D Baker, Tommy Baker, Collin Proctor, Chase Baker, Chris "Neptune" Dobbins, Cynthia Dobbins, Kaylee Dobbins, Leah Dobbins (and Sadie, Nike, & Bentley) - love you all!
"Go Rockville" - a city that chooses peace, and parties with a purpose!2015 Reagan Peace Club TeenJeni Stepanek2015-06-02 | Mattie J.T. Stepanek Foundation Peace Club Teen considering her project that will support peace -- for individuals and for our world. www.MattieOnline.comOn Being Thankful by Mattie J.T. StepanekJeni Stepanek2014-11-21 | On Being Thankful by Mattie J.T. Stepanek (from Mattie's Journey Through Heartsongs book, Hyperion 2002). Mattie wrote this poem at age 5 as a celebration of hope, peace, and life. Learn more about Mattie's life and legacy at www.MattieOnline.comMattie J.T. Stepanek Funeral Tribute MDAJeni Stepanek2014-08-05 | Video tribute created by MDA. Mattie shares his "I Could... If They Would" poem, Billy Gilman excerpts from Mattie's "For Our World" song/poem, excerpts from eulogies by Jimmy Carter, Oprah Winfrey, Jann Carl (on behalf of Jerry Lewis)... IAFF MDA Harley Davidson. Learn more: www.MattieOnline.comMattie J.T. Stepanek Peace Day Petition videoJeni Stepanek2014-06-04 | Millions have been inspired by late 13-year-old poet and peacemaker, Mattie J.T. Stepanek. On July 17, we want to celebrate peace, and the life and legacy of Mattie through a national peace day in his honor. Visit www.MattieOnline.com to learn more and support the peace mission of the Mattie's Foundation.Maya Angelou & WAFF Mattie J.T. Stepanek Peacemaker AwardJeni Stepanek2014-05-28 | Dr. Maya Angelou accepts the first WAFF Mattie J.T. Stepanek Peacemaker Award during 2005. Remarks by Jeni Stepanek and Maya Angelou.3DD GTLs & Bella Mama Peace (filmed by Marc Birnbach)Jeni Stepanek2014-04-15 | Bella Mama Peace -- a beautiful surprise gift during the Closing Ceremony of the 2014 Just Peace Summit. This gift celebrates the peace mission and legacy of late teen poet Mattie J.T. Stepanek as it is offered by Jeni (Mattie's mom / Mama Peace), and shaped and carried forthward -- in time and space -- through We Are Family Foundation's Global Teen Leaders and facilitators and mentors. THIS is THREE DOT DASH -- The New Peace #JustPeace. www.ThreeDotDash.org www.MattieOnline.com2013 1222 Chase & Gramma doing the Monster MashJeni Stepanek2013-12-22 | Life is worthy. Celebrate. Mattie's Peace Club Kid, Chase, with his Gramma, are doing just that!December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by Global NeighborsJeni Stepanek2013-12-21 | December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by Global Neighbors. A free international peace activity created by the Mattie J.T. Stepanek Foundation -- for our world. Peace is possible... choose peace. Learn more: www.MattieOnline.comI AM/Shades of Life by Mattie J.T. Stepanek sung by Billy GilmanJeni Stepanek2013-12-09 | I AM/Shades of Life by Mattie J.T. Stepanek sung by Billy Gilman produced by Sony (Spring 2003)December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by Cynthia Dobbins & Kidsco JrJeni Stepanek2013-12-04 | December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by Cynthia Dobbins & Kidsco Jr (Damascus, Maryland) as a part of a Mattie J.T. Stepanek Foundation global peace activity.For more information visit www.MattieOnline.comDecember Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by Jeni Stepanek, Ph.D. (Matties mom)Jeni Stepanek2013-12-03 | December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by Jeni Stepanek, Ph.D. ("Mattie's mom") for Mattie's 2013 Peace Tree & Poetry global activity. For more information visit www.MattieOnline.comDecember Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by Akin Salawu of New YorkJeni Stepanek2013-12-03 | December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by Akin Salawu of New York for Mattie's 2013 Peace Tree & Poetry global activity. For more information visit www.MattieOnline.comDecember Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by Gaithersburg Presbyterian ChurchJeni Stepanek2013-12-03 | December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by Gaithersburg Presbyterian Church Stephen Ministers (Sandy Menzies, Barb North, Sandra Newcomb, & Kwang Choi) for Mattie's 2013 Peace Tree & Poetry global activity. For more information visit www.MattieOnline.comDecember Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared in Swahili by Sophie Umazi Mvurya of KenyaJeni Stepanek2013-12-03 | December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared in Swahili by Sophie Umazi Mvurya of Kenya for Mattie's 2013 Peace Tree & Poetry global activity. For more information visit www.MattieOnline.comDecember Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared in Igbo by Sheila Chukwulozie of NigeriaJeni Stepanek2013-12-03 | December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared in Igbo by Sheila Chukwulozie of Nigeria for Mattie's 2013 Peace Tree & Poetry global activity. For more information visit www.MattieOnline.comDecember Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by Sienna Giraldi of New YorkJeni Stepanek2013-12-03 | December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by Sienna Giraldi of New York for Mattie's 2013 Peace Tree & Poetry global activity. For more information visit www.MattieOnline.comDecember Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared in English by Khaoula Morchid of MoroccoJeni Stepanek2013-12-03 | December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared in English by Khaoula Morchid of Morocco for Mattie's 2013 Peace Tree & Poetry global activity. For more information visit www.MattieOnline.comDecember Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by Karen Nogues of MarylandJeni Stepanek2013-12-03 | December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by Karen Nogues of Maryland for Mattie's 2013 Peace Tree & Poetry global activity. For more information visit www.MattieOnline.comDecember Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by the Esaia family of New JerseyJeni Stepanek2013-12-03 | December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by the Esaia family of New Jersey for Mattie's 2013 Peace Tree & Poetry global activity. For more information visit www.MattieOnline.comDecember Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by Paul Boschi of New YorkJeni Stepanek2013-12-03 | December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by Paul Boschi of New York for Mattie's 2013 Peace Tree & Poetry global activity. For more information visit www.MattieOnline.comDecember Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by Jean Morisson of New YorkJeni Stepanek2013-12-03 | December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by Jean Morisson of New York for Mattie's 2013 Peace Tree & Poetry global activity. For more information visit www.MattieOnline.comDecember Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by Sammie of New YorkJeni Stepanek2013-12-03 | December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by Sammie of New York for Mattie's 2013 Peace Tree & Poetry global activity. For more information visit www.MattieOnline.comDecember Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by Diego Paul SanchezJeni Stepanek2013-12-03 | December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by Diego Paul Sanchez for Mattie's 2013 Peace Tree & Poetry global activity. For more information visit www.MattieOnline.comDecember Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by IAFF Yonkers NY FD member Joe Doc GalakowitzJeni Stepanek2013-12-03 | December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by IAFF Yonkers NY FD member Joe "Doc" Galakowitz for Mattie's 2013 Peace Tree & Poetry global activity. For more information visit www.MattieOnline.comDecember Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by Jimmy & Cassidy DanykoJeni Stepanek2013-12-03 | December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by IAFF Greenburgh NY FD member Jimmy Danyko and his daughter, Cassidy, for Mattie's 2013 Peace Tree & Poetry global activity. For more information visit www.MattieOnline.comDecember Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared in Chinese by Nina TengJeni Stepanek2013-12-03 | December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared in Chinese by Nina Teng for a global peace activity by the Mattie J.T. Stepanek Foundation. More information: www.MattieOnline.comDecember Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared in Japanese by Yuka SaionjiJeni Stepanek2013-12-03 | December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared in Japanese by Yuka Saionji -- Deputy Chairperson of Buakko Shinko Kai -- for a global peace activity by the Mattie J.T. Stepanek Foundation. More information: www.MattieOnline.comDecember Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by Chic lead vocalist Sylver Logan SharpJeni Stepanek2013-12-03 | December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared in song by Chic lead vocalist Sylver Logan Sharp for a global peace activity by the Mattie J.T. Stepanek Foundation. More information: www.MattieOnline.comDecember Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by musician Nile RodgersJeni Stepanek2013-12-03 | December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared by musician Nile Rodgers for a global peace activity by the Mattie J.T. Stepanek Foundation. More information: www.MattieOnline.comDecember Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared in Arabic by Khaoula MorchidJeni Stepanek2013-11-30 | December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared in Arabic by Khaoula Morchid for a Mattie J.T. Stepanek Foundation global peace activity. More information: www.MattieOnline.comDecember Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared in French by Khaoula Morchid (Morocco)Jeni Stepanek2013-11-30 | December Prayer by Mattie J.T. Stepanek shared in French by Khaoula Morchid of Morocco for a Mattie J.T. Stepanek Foundation global peace activity. More information: www.MattieOnline.com