Brighter Together: 28th Annual Tree Lighting Celebration Program Book
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Jim Williams<br />
Tonight’s Speakers<br />
Jim Williams is an anchor/reporter for CBS 2 Chicago. As<br />
an original member of Mercy Home’s Board of Regents,<br />
Williams has shared his talents, passion and professional<br />
expertise to advance the Home’s mission since 1990. He<br />
has nearly 40 years of journalism experience. In 2018,<br />
Williams was inducted into the National Academy of<br />
Television Arts & Sciences Silver Circle.<br />
Rev. Scott Donahue<br />
Rev. L. Scott Donahue is the president & CEO of Mercy<br />
Home for Boys & Girls and leads its strategic vision to<br />
care for trauma-affected youth and bring healing to<br />
families. He has been involved with Mercy Home for<br />
30 years. Father Donahue holds master’s degrees in<br />
theology, applied spirituality, and social work. Author<br />
of the book “Years of Mercy,” he also was awarded an<br />
honorary doctorate from St. Xavier University. In addition<br />
to his leadership of Mercy Home and his parish ministry, Father Scott<br />
serves as the principal celebrant of the televised “Sunday Mass at Mercy<br />
Home” on WGN-TV Channel 9.<br />
Bill Rancic<br />
Bill Rancic is an entrepreneur, author, restauranteur,<br />
and television personality. He is a highly soughtafter<br />
motivational speaker, speaking to companies<br />
and organizations around the world on the topics of<br />
entrepreneurship and business. Rancic is an active<br />
member of Mercy Home’s Board of Regents and has<br />
provided many opportunities for our young people to<br />
serve others in need.