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Profile:
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The Tolson Group is a collection of ministries created by Dr. John Tolson that specialize in Christian event outreach, evangelism and discipleship training for adults and students. The organization includes a national network of inter-church men's groups called The Gathering USA, Inc. and a publishing arm that prints discipleship materials, including a new book release titled The Four Priorities.
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Address:
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3821 University Boulevard, Dallas, Texas 75205
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Phone:
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(214) 521-0928
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Website:
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www.the4priorities.com
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Ministries:
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The Gathering USA, Inc.; Gathering of Women; The Four Priorities Discipleship Program; Read & Succeed; First Step Basketball Camp; Mission Emanuel; 50 Good Men; BASICS class
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Founded:
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Tolson Group-2004; The Gathering USA, Inc.-1978
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Employees:
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30 employees across all ministries
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Activities:
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Outreach and inspirational breakfasts and lunches; inner-city youth programs; U.S. and international missions work; seminars and retreats; Bible studies; community service programs; counseling; event speaking; publishing
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Major milestones:
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Tolson created the NBA's first chaplain program in 1978; The Gathering has impacted a half million men in 16 U.S. cities and in South Africa
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Publications/works:
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The Four Priorities: Life is Too Short to Get it Wrong (2006); Dads and Moms That Make a Difference (2000); Moving Beyond Belief (1993)
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Industry memberships / community affiliations:
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Associated with Highland Park Presbyterian Church; Promise Keepers, Mission Emmanuel School, Dominican Republic
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Notable clients:
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Tolson has been an advisor or friend to Monica Seles, Orel Hershiser, John Wooden, Justin Leonard, David Robinson, Norm Miller, Mark McCormack and many others.
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