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Strategic directions6. Unlocking leadershipLeadership plays a major role in unlocking the potential for growth and creativity. Leaders will need to identify and respond to opportunities as they arise in all areas of the life of our society. This will only be possible if we encourage an active sense of leadership throughout the Christian community and continue to respond to the demands of servant leadership. Leadership must be recognised as a spiritual gift and humble servanthood, not as a right of incumbency or position. It will be necessary for the Diocese to review carefully the additional responsibilities being placed on those in leadership to ensure that they are appropriately resourced to do their work. Some may find that they are unable to continue in ministry at their current level of responsibility. We must find ways to release these persons with dignity to serve God in other capacities. We must foster an attitude of affirmation and collaboration throughout our Christian communities. We all need to encourage one another to see how the Holy Spirit is calling each of us to respond to the Gospel in our lives. Fostering a sense of affirmation and encouragement will be a vital role for servant leaders of the Church in the future. transformingLIFE means a commitment to unlocking leadership. |
