Mr. John Silber

I pastored in Boston,Mass. for thirteen years (1981-1994). Dr. Silber became a good friend and we had a mutual good friend, the late Rev. Tony Campbell. Dr. Silber's commitment, tenaciousness, intellect and convictions made me a better preacher and administrator. I received my Doctor of Ministry from Boston University School of Theology in 1986 while, pastoring Charles Street AME Church. Dr. Silber visited the church and supported my ministry. I even campaigned for his gubanatorial bid. ...

Silber family,listen to the word of GOD at this point.(psalm 34:17)They cried out,and GOD himself heard,and out of all their distresses he delivered them.He's there for you.

D.G.

Thanks for the memories...and the "Transformations."

My condolences to Dr. Silbur's family. I wanted to share with you how he impacted my life. Over 40 years ago I was in Dr. Silbur's required Philosophy course for Plan II majors at the University of Texas. As part of the course we were all required to participate in a project of our choosing in the poorer neighborhoods. This endeavor was termed the "Slum Project" by the students. My team of 4 chose to register poor (predominately black) voters in Houston's notorious Third Ward. As we...

My sincere sympathies to John Silber's Family. I had the honor to place his name in nomination at the 1990 Democratic State Convention. He was a dear friend and the most brilliant man I have known in my life.

My condolences to Dr. Silber's family.A truly great man. I am proud to have supported him for governor in 1990. RIP.