I believe that my goal to become a spiritual/community leader, as well as a catalyst for social change and equality for all, is not a vocation, but rather a calling. It is not a job it is a way of life. I believe a position of leadership is not a position of power but a position of love. If you are in a ministry position for power, you are not doing it for the right reasons. Leadership is a responsibility to serve those that have given you their trust. Without that trust, you are not a leader but rather a boss, commander, a manager of people telling them what to do. No, I believe a leader is someone that leads by example. A leader knows those whom they are leading, and encourages them, every one of them, to keep up their good work in a way that respects their own ability and pace. I believe a leader is no better than anyone that they are leading. Using the analogy of the Church being the Body of Christ, a pastor is just one more part of Christ’s body. All parts are important if the Body is to be healthy. Most of all, I believe that as God is Love a leader should exhibit and be known for their love.