Mobil Oil's Oil & Gas Division in New Orleans. In 2000, John joined Schlumberger Oilfield Technology Corp from which he retired as their Chief Exploration Geologist. He then created Dribus Geologic Consulting, LLC. In 2017, he was recognized as an American Assoc. of Petroleum Geologists Heritage Geologist, & acknowledged as one of the most influential geologists of the decade. During his 50 year career John has published over 50 technical papers, designed & taught 10 technical courses, & received several prestigious awards & honors. He has also been invited as keynote speaker at various geologic assemblies & forums in the United States, Canada, India, Russia, Brazil, Mexico & South Africa and more. Since 2020 he has been teaching online courses about deep water depositional systems, exploration of salt-related systems, & offshore geologic hazards. He is also currently an on-line Bible Teacher focusing on the message for our times from the Biblical Books of Prophecy.
Join local business, civic, and professional leaders at the
Jefferson Leader's Prayer Breakfast
A fresh reminder of our country’s spiritual heritage
Friday, September 26, 2025 7:30-9:00am - Copeland Tower, Mardi Gras Ballroom, 2601 Severn Ave, Metairie, LA 70002
Sponsored by: Life Resources, Inc., Barry Haindel, Director
Purchase tickets online here.
LEADERS INVESTING FOR ETERNITY
For reservations: call Liz at 985-626-9582
or email: liferesources1@gmail.com
Make checks payable to: Life Resources
and mail to Life Resources, PO Box 1045, Mandeville, LA 70470
Table of 8 - $250
Half table of 4 - $130
1 individual ticket - $35
For more information, call Barry Haindel - 985-626-9582 or 504-450-8198 (cell)
FEATURED SPEAKER: John Dribus
John is is a Global Oil & Gas Exploration Geologist, Advisor, & Trainer. At 16, John entered Kent State University in OH as an Early Entry Gifted Scholar studying geology & graduated from KSU with a MS degree in geology, & a wife, his first love Virginia. John began his professional career in Atlanta, GA, then Casper, WY as a Uranium Field Geologist. In 1981, John, Virginia & their 2 sons moved to Slidell, LA (later to add 3 daughters) where he joined
Meet Jefferson Parish President Cynthia Lee Sheng & Business & Political Leaders for an enlightening and encouraging morning! Invite friends and business associates to join you! There will be no fundraising appeals.
Emcee: WDSU News Anchor Sula Kim
Life Resources