Scepter Publishers Inc

“Pt vi, line 11b each member of the board of directors is provided with a copy of the form 990 before its filing, which is reviewed for accuracy and consistency. Pt vi, line 12c conflict of interest policy. Scepter regularly and consistently monitors and enforces its conflict of interest policy when necessary through board of directors and officer inquiry. Pt vi, line 15a compensation policy. Compensation is approved by the board of directors without the president or managing editor being present for the vote. Information regarding comparable compensation for a similarly qualified person is usually sought and may be used. Records of deliberations that support compensation decisions are maintained.”

“No review was or will be conducted.”

“Compensation determined by board of trustees”

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“Scepter's selection of book titles emphasizes the fundamental aspects of religious life, prayer, sincerity, self-denial, and a spirit of service to others. Since its publishing focus is related to a message that remains outside the mainstream, it must make a greater effort to promote these materials with better marketing in order to reach individuals already receptive to this message as well as those who might be led to greater awareness of their importance. All of our titles emphasize a universal call to holiness. We accomplish this by publishing books that support spiritual growth, doctrinal formation with practical applications of faith within family, work colleagues and friendships that our readers encounter during ordinary daily life. In addition we supply prisoners upon request with copies of these book titles. Here are a few examples of the titles that we released in 2024,'prayer oxygen for the soul", helps people to understand that by putting all of our cares and concerns into god's hands it will heal most of our broken parts of ourselves as well as the church and the world. 'discovering a mission, a way to virtual leadership', this book helps people to develop a concept of self, and in the process, discern a mission, the things that they were born to do to better themseleves and society. 'incarnate spirit, an introduction to philosophical anthropology, provides the reader with a solid philosophical understanding of the structure of the human person. "coached by st paul the apostle", st paul represents an example of one who transformed from persecutor to believer which changed the world. It is hoped that the individual reading this book can relate to st paul's conversion in their own lives.”

“Scepter's selection of titles emphasizes the fundamental aspects of religious life: prayer, sincerity, self-denial, and a spirit of service to others. Since its publishing focus is related to a message that remains outside the mainstream, it must make a greater effort to promote these materials with better marketing in order to reach individuals already receptive to this message as well as those who might be led to a greater awareness of its importance. During 2017 scepter released several new books that help people in their day-to-day struggles to improve both their own lives and the lives of others. Some of the titles include ordinary life and holiness this work compiles the writings of st. Josemaria regarding the universal call to holiness for the lay faithful. It teaches us that we are all called to be saints in whatever our occupation or state of life. Another is inside the mind of thomas more, by david oakley. St. Thomas more is the patron saint for lawyers and this book renders examples of how this great saint was able to live his faith for the common good of others in very specific circumstances. Holiness in a secular age, fr. Juan valez relates what the 19th century cardinal newman would suggest regarding the state of affairs we find ourselves in our current times. Team baby, by julia dee and ida gazzola is a book that helps young mothers to better understand the spiritual beauty of motherhood with particular advice for new moms.”

“Scepter offers free books to prisoners upon request. It is the organization's belief that society greatly benefits when prisoners have access to these books. Scepter books aid greatly in the reformation of their character, which is important to their eventual reintegration into society. Examples include matthew paradise at san quentin penitentiary in california. He requested "the history of modern philosophy- and "the holy rosary-; michael estep, in prison in jacksboro, texas, who requested a copy of "the way" by st josemaria; martin schafer, who is in prison in avenal, california, requesting "the navarre bible. Mathew and mark", "the way, furrow, forge- and "the handbook of prayer". Scepter has developed most of our books into electronic books and has implemented a digital electronic book distribution system giving access to ebooks directly from the scepter website. These electronic books are especially helpful as they are of lower costs and greater convenience to readers.”

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“Pt xii, line 2c compilation oversight. Each member of the board of directors is provided with a copy of the compiled financial statements and they are reviewed for accuracy and consistency.”