Johnathan O’Neal Winston was recently selected by the Mary S. Nelums Foundation as an Invisible Giant. The “invisible giant” designation was created to give voice and recognition to young African-American men who are making a positive difference in their community. Their community work is consistent with social work values.
Education
Jackson State University, Master of Social Work
Jackson State University, Bachelor of Science
Social Worker, University of Mississippi Medical Center
Resident of Pearl, MS; grew up in a small community on the outskirts of Brandon called Fannin, MS
Graduated from North West Rankin Attendance Center in Brandon, MS
Received a full music scholarship to Alcorn State University
Later changed his major and entered the Social Work Program at Jackson State University; graduated with honors
Named Mr. Social Work of Jackson State University 2005-2006
Inducted into Phi Alpha Honor Society in 2006
Confessed Christ as his personal savior at an early age
Musician for the Sunbeam Choir
Sang with the Mississippi Mass Choir, Truevine inspirational choir and many others choirs/groups in the surrounding areas
Written music, play writing (Christ centered plays), and teaching music
Instrumental in developing the Renal Gospel Expo Fundraiser which provides various services for dialysis patients with no income and/or insurance
Served as a speaker in the Jackson State University’s 28th Annual Social Work Month Celebration
Minister of Music for Truevine Baptist Church in Brandon, MS
Chosen to be the 2009 speaker for the Church of God in Christ USAC Convention in Clarksdale, MS
Life verse is 1 Corinthians 2:9 which says: However, as it is written: “No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God has prepared for those who love him.”
