A Reflection on Servant Leadership in Divided Times
After 47 years as a business owner, I’ve learned that true leadership isn’t about being the loudest voice in the room or pushing your own agenda. It’s about listening, serving others, and building bridges. Pastor Brown’s message today reminded me why these principles matter even more in public service. When he shared the story of Nurse Edith Cavell, who cared for soldiers from every nation because ‘Christ has called me to care for ALL people regardless of their nationality,’ I found myself leaning forward in my pew. That’s what servant leadership looks like. It’s about serving every person who needs our help, whether they voted for me or against me, whether they’re conservative or liberal.
Bringing Back the Heart of Greensboro
I still remember being a kid in Winston-Salem when my mother would take me to the department stores downtown – those trips weren’t just errands, they were social events where we’d run into family friends and feel the pulse of a thriving community. That experience drives my vision for Greensboro today. As a business leader running for City Council District 4, I’ve seen what cities like Greenville, South Carolina have accomplished, and I know we can bring that same vibrant energy to downtown Greensboro. With strategic development, community engagement, and proven leadership, we can transform our downtown into the beating heart of our city once again.