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Contact George 416-651-6154   Dr. Richard Darling and the Fair Foundation http://www.fairfoundation.org endorse George Marcello as a CNN Hero click to see their letter Step By Step is a charity dedicated to promote organ & tissue donations and hopefully save lives by; and bring Genuine love throughout the world Pope John Paul II blesses Torch Of Life Sept 5 2001 Vatican Radio interview - Sept 6 2001 "Organ & Tissue donations is a Genuine Act Of Love Let the youth carry the Torch Of Life and they will inspire the world" PJP2 Step By Step's 8th Campaign SOS THE WORLD On October 6 2010, in Washington DC Step By Step begins a 4 year tour; From Pope John Paul 2 Cultural Building to US Capital Building, to the rest of the world; Millions of Students will relay the Torch of Life throughout 200 countries; On September 5 2011 @ 11:05 am at Vatican City, kids will arrive with the Torch Of Life; To mark the 10th year anniversary since Pope John Paul II blessed it; At the very spot & the very minute since the Pope said pass the Torch to the kids And bring genuine love throughout the world Torch of Life inspires America - Feb - Mar 2010 In just 6 short weeks, during SOS THE AMERICAS, the Torch Of Life inspired countless Americans Democrats, Republicans & Independants came together Picture Sideshow (Click to see support letter) Senator Arlen Specter (D) Pennsylvannia "I would like to take this opportunity to thank George Marcello and Step By Step for taking the Torch Of Life on a 12,000 mile journey" Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D) Rhode Island "I know you've carried the Torch to RI and there's a long road ahead, but I am certain your passion and the enthusiasm will spark many others to this vital cause" Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D) New Hampshire "We would like to invite you and Linda to a coffee reception with Senator Jeanne Shaheen, in her office" Senator Jack Reed (D) Rhode Island "Step By Step is also noteworty for its encouragement of student particapation in the efforts to promote organ & tissue donations" "Today's Torch Trek participants represent Connecticutt and empowers their local community and beyond" Senator Patrick Leahy (D) Vermont " I was delighted to hear that students from my hometown of Montpelier were assisting Step By Step" Senator Kirsten E Gillibrand (D) New York "For over 12 years Step By Step has brought comfort to families in need of organ & tissue donations " US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (NY) Senator Christopher J Dodd (D) Connecticut "Please accept my heartiest good wishes for continued success, never doubt, you have made a difference" Senator Susan Collins (R) Maine "Today we recognize the great work being done by Step By Step and Student Torch Champions" Senator Mark Begich (D) Alaska "I wish I could be there in person to cheer on the devoted young people" Governor M Jodi Rell (D) Connecticut "Whereas, I M. Jodi Rell proclaim Step By Step awareness week in Connecticutt" Governor Edward G Rendell (D) Pennsylvannia "As the Torch passed across Pennsylvannia, countless people became aware of organ & tissue donations" Governor Sean Parnell (R) Alaska "God speed as you carry the Torch of Life and the critical message" Governor John Lynch (D) New Hampshire "Thank you again for your service to those in need across our country" Governor John E. Baldacci (D) Maine "You are making valuable contributions to the health & welfare of our communities across Maine" Cambridge MA Proclamation for SOS THE AMERICAS "Be it resovled we pass the resolution for George Marcello & Step By Step" "I was particularly moved by Pope John Paul 2 and Step By Step" US Senator Benjamin Cardin (MD) Congressman James P McGovern (D) Massachusetts US Rep James McGovern (MA) Congressman Peter Welch (D) Vermont "I want to celebrate your tireless efforts, your journey is inspiring" Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D) Maine "I read with much interest how the Torch started with Victor Davis, and then Kristopher" US Rep Chellie Pingree (ME) Congresswoman Carol Shea-Porter (D) New Hampshire "Congradulations to Mr George Marcello for starting Step By Step and inspiring people around the world" State Senator Bettye Davis (D) Alaska Mayor Dan Sullivan Anchorage Alaska Mayor Vern E. Rupright (R) Wasilla, Alaska Senator Olympia Snowe (R) Maine Congressman Mike Michaud (D) Maine Governor Jim Douglas (R) Vermont Mayor Ted Gatsas Manchester NH Mayor Joseph C O'Brien Worcester MA Mayor Domenic J Sarno Springfield MA Congressman James R Langevin (D) Rhode Island Mayor David N Cicillini (D) Providence Rl Governor Jack Markell (D) Delaware Mayor Carleton E Carey Sr (I) Dover DE Finally !!!!!!!! The entire history of Step by Step on video - over 5,000 videos - from the first step to the hundreth million step - 1996 to 2010 - all 7 campaigns - over 1000 cities, millions of people - includes, Popes, Politicians, Celebrities - and amazing stories from the public - all 100% real, better than reality shows - videos are very organized, - hour by hour, day by day for the past 14 years - how it all started after George Marcello recieved the gift of life in 1995 - from the first step 1997 to the Torch of Life 2000 - to the Pope 2001 to Kristopher 2004 to kids carrying it around the world 2007-2014 - these videos are proof of this ongoing incredible journey - and the countless lives it has touched 1st Campaign Toronto Ottawa Walk - Aug 17 - 31 1997 1st Step Aug 17 1997 - 11:05 am http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=67AF1728CB2E649D 2nd Campaign Ontario Walk - 2500 miles - Jun - Sep 1999 The Planning Events http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=3120BB624EE8D964 Ontario Walk http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=619CED7F8774BA09 3rd Campaign Canada Walk - 12000 miles - Jun 2000 - Aug 2002 The Planning Events http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=564EAB3BAA1C941F Canada Walk 2000 http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=FEB76CCCB7B8016C Canada Walk 2001 http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=83B24516EB520879 Canada Walk 2002 http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=9952C6E87DF4F61A Canada Media http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=40E1A1EB611EAFB2 4th Campaign Kristopher's Wish - 13 year old walks across Canada Jan - Dec 2004 The Planning Events http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=52B784B006151572 Kris's Walk Jan- Feb 2004 http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=09942E26F1F0410D Kris's Walk Mar- Apr 2004 http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=11114F6C430F55A2 Kris's Walk May- Dec 2004 http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=986E490B771608E2 Kris's short videos http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=EE7B4542720993CE 5th Campaign European Tour 5 country trek 2005 - 2006 The Journey http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=95CCA0FA6156B743 6th Campaign SOS4000 Student Torch Relay across Canada 2007-2008 The Planning Events http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=7DF2C8CE9BC311C9 Newfoundland Events http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=93E64E691C9C79B7 Nova Scotia Events http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=75BF849BF6D90E52 Prince Edward Island Events http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=877E91EAE08044A5 New Brunswick Events http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=26782F7974CA2F4D Quebec Events http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=4E2759DF7A25736D Ontario Events Pt 1 http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=5F75804AAEDB7BA0 Ontario Events Pt 2 http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=9B8FCB3976DFEE9C Manitoba Events http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=320956B08C274790 Saskatchewan Events http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=F2BF53F4F196B217 Alberta Events http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=F25301854F2BF3C3 British Columbia Events http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=0EAC50FC4D71AD46 Yukon Events http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=4451F452AB1A5FB0 Northwest Territories Events http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=24B7342491179AE0 Post CANADA SOS4000 Events http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=5A8C1E3B3CD76BBA SOS4000 Canadian Student Torch Champions 2007-2008 (100 Cities) http://www.facebook.com/v/116649003327 Entire year long diary Step By Step's 6th Campaign SOS4000 -2007-2008 Premier of Ontario Dalton McGuinty http://www.premier.gov.on.ca/news/event.php?ItemID=5703&Lang=EN 7th Campaign SOSTHEAMERICAS Student Torch Relay across the Americas 2009-2010 SOS THE AMERICAS MEDIA STORIES 2009 SOS THE AMERICAS STUDENT TORCH CHAMPIONS 2009 Our Truck Of Life Angels (Drivers) Ist Driver Mr Terry Phillips Toronto, ON Canada 2nd Driver Mr Bob Fairbanks, Laconia, NH USA 3rd Driver Lt Charlie Lubowicki, Hamden, CT USA 4th Driver Mr Glenn Schroeder, East Haven CT USA A couple of Torch Champions Pittsburgh Student Jamaliah Beverly needs 3 organ transplant Connecticut Baby Quinn recieves his heart Favorite News Story Favorite TV Story During our stop in Washington DC March 24 2010 under Step By Step's, 7th Campaign SOS THE AMERICAS, After 35,000 Thousand Miles & almost 10 Years since Pope John Paul II Blessed The Torch of Life, The Torch arrived home @ Pope John Paul II Cultural Center and a new vision occured SOS THE WORLD On October 6 2010, in Washington DC Step By Step begins a 4 year tour; From Pope John Paul 2 Cultural Building to US Capital Building, to the rest of the world; Millions of Students will relay the Torch of Life throughout 200 countries; On September 5 2011 @ 11:05 am at Vatican City, kids will arrive with the Torch Of Life; To mark the 10th year anniversary since Pope John Paul II blessed it; At the very spot & the very minute since the Pope said pass the Torch to the kids And bring genuine love throughout the world SOS THE WORLD USA SCHEDULE Student will relay the Torch throughout almost 200 Countries Finish: Washington DC September 5 2014 We are dedicated to promote organ & tissue donations and hopefully save lives by; Empowering Students to carry the Torch Of Life & bring Genuine love to the world The goal; Inspire half the world population to become organ & tissue donors Reaching members from all Faiths & Cultures to address this issue Pre SOS THE WORLD Events April 14 2010 PRE KICK OFF EVENT Washington DC WORLD STUDENT TORCH OF LIFE RELAY At 10:00 am on April 14, 2010, area students from DC Preparatory School, Archbishop Carroll, and St. Anselm’s Abbey convened at the Pope John Paul II Cultural Center to become ‘ambassadors’ to advance the cause of the selfless act of becoming a tissue and organ donor. The ambassadors, more familiarly known as Student Torch Champions, participated in a brief program and lighting ceremony before being cheered on their way to the Capitol, escorted by parents, friends, school staff, and members of the DC Metropolitan Police Department. George Marcello, a donor recipient, and CEO of Step by Step, chose the Cultural Center for the launch of the Washington DC trek because of the pivotal role our late pontiff, Pope John Paul II, had in contributing to the enduring quality and validity of the Torch of Life. On September 5, 2001, in Vatican City, Pope John Paul II blessed the Torch and said that organ and tissue donations are a genuine act of love. The Pope told George to pass the Torch to the youth who will become young ambassadors for this very important issue; faithfully George has done this, passing the Torch to millions of children in nearly a decade. Step by Step is a charity that empowers students to pass on the Torch of Life to promote lifesaving organ and tissue donations, helping to bring about ‘genuine’ love and peace throughout the world---a goal very much at the heart of the Cultural Center’s missionVIDEOS PICTURES PICTURES FROM PJP2CC Mom wish to be organ donor gets mishandled April 28 @ 12:00 Video -In memory of Mrs Dorothy Neal Press Release Sue Frost's Story  June 30 2010 Bruce Cuthbert desperately needs Liver 647-880-0373 To become live liver donor visit http://www.uhn.ca/focus_of_care/mot/living_donor/index.asp  From Bruce Cuthbert’s kids Blair 17, & Marla 19
My sister and I are here are asking for a gift. We are asking for the greatest gift of all that has nothing to do with money or luxury. We are asking for the gift of life. Our father has been suffering from cirrhosis of the liver and therefore needs a new one. For 2 years now our dad has been battling this sickness and it’s getting worse and worse. Even though he knows he is dying, he is doing his best to stay positive. I bet if you asked him, he wouldn’t even be able to count how many times the doctors have told him he has 5 months, 2 months, a couple weeks, or a few days. He has always been the kind of guy that makes everyone laugh and he is fun to be around, he is trying to maintain that but as time goes on it gets more difficult to stay positive when there is no way of getting a liver anytime soon. In the past month and a half alone he has had to be taken to the hospital four times by an ambulance due to being confused and incoherent. My sister and I have both had to watch him go through this and have called the ambulance for him multiple times. Our fathers blood type is B, which means he needs a live donor that has a B or O blood type. I’m not only asking you for the sake of our dad, but for the sake of every other Canadian in need of an organ weather it’s a liver or a heart. There are thousands of Canadians in dyer need of organs all over the country. These people have families, wives and children that are also feeling the impact of what is happening to one of there loved ones. On June 30, we will be carrying the famous Torch Of Life with some friends, from
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