The Golden Journal #9: Shepherd Leadership Style
Shepherd Leadership StyleI have had the privilege to attend a leadership course at my church. Every time there is a new executive sworn in a leadership course is hosted to help put every leader on the same page. It is very necessary to do this since church leadership usually is not about merit, people choose who they like to assume leadership positions depending on how they perceive them at any given election time. What this does is it puts people from all walks of life in the same WhatsApp group to lead the congregants. The course shows the role of the lay leaders, and their purpose to help the clergy in their mission to uplift and spread the gospel. it covers liturgy, catechism, stages of parish development, leadership styles and roles of each executive member. The good thing is the roles are similar across the parish. A chairman's role is the same regardless of whether he is chair of the Parish, centre or section. The same is true for the secretary and treasurer. One takeaway from this leadership course is the concept of Shepard leadership. A metaphorical Approach to leadership inspired by the role of a shepherd guiding and caring for their flock. in as much as the style emphasizes guidance, direction, protection, and care among many, it is leading by example that really caught my attention. sometimes as leaders in a setting like a church, the best way to grow is to lead by example. it is in doing that we too learn about our faith and get to partake in the spread of the gospel. It is different from a corporate set-up where we can afford to let some subordinates do tasks while we supervise them. In doing we too are praying and growing at the same time - something that highly motivates others to take action. Interesting InsightsTKCNOTESEvents are becoming popular, with companies and individuals competing with each other. This week we explored the tips for hosting a successful event.
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