by the Reverend Doctor Durrell Watkins
“Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other.” John F. Kennedy
I came to Sunshine Cathedral in the summer of 2006. Since that time I have been to two Metropolitan Community Churches (MCC) international General Conferences, an MCC Region 7 cluster conference, 4 International New Thought Alliance Congresses, 2 MCC Large Church Pastors gatherings, and I have completed my Doctor of Ministry degree. During this same time, Rev. Robert Griffin has attended a number of conferences and has completed his Doctor of Ministry degree. Likewise, since coming to Sunshine Cathedral in the Fall of 2007, Rev. Michael Diaz has completed his internship for ordination, attended several conferences, and has now completed the coursework for his Doctor of Ministry degree (which he will receive in 2011).
The pastoral leaders of Sunshine Cathedral clearly are committed to life-long learning and continual professional development. When you study, take religious education courses, attend conferences, read and reflect on Spirit & Truth, watch Sharing the Light on our You Tube channel, attend worship and remain open to new ideas, you are feeding your mind and spirit and allowing yourself to grow. As you continue to learn, evolve, stretch, and grow, you are modeling the power of learning also, and someone will notice and follow your example. That means that as you are learning, you are leading; and that makes you a minister of Good News! Let’s keep learning.
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