The Clarence Stowers Leadership Podcast

Episode Overview: In this episode, our host yours truly, a self-styled "Big Bro" or "Unk," shares invaluable wisdom on navigating your twenties with purpose. Drawing on personal experiences and insights, we discuss the 10 essential achievements you should aim for before reaching 30, ensuring you're set up for a successful and fulfilling life. Key Points Discussed: better understand yourself.Call to Action: If you found today's episode enlightening, don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to our podcast. Your support helps us bring more content like this to you! Next Episode Preview: Stay tuned for our next episode where we'll dive into "10 Life Goals to Achieve Before 40." Join us as we outline the next set of essential milestones to help you prepare for the next decade. Don't miss it! Resources: From Ashes to Grace: A Story of Unwavering Faith and the Rebirth of a CommunityFrom Rubble to Renewal : The Nehemiah Strategy for Modern TimesFinding Joy Despite Life's Hardships - Clarence E. Stowers, Jr.Let's Connect My WebsiteMy Online CoursesMy Amazon Author's PageMy Facebook PageMy Twitter PageMy Instagram PageMy LinkedIn PageMy YouTube ChannelLink Tree (all my links in one place)Support the show

Podcast Show Notes: "Mastering Time Management and Avoiding Burnout" 🎙️ Welcome to The Clarence Stowers Leadership Podcast! I'm your host, Clarence E. Stowers, Jr., and together, we're on a mission to grow 1% better each day. In this space, we empower you with actionable insights for excellence in leadership and life. Introduction: Dive into the world of bi-vocational leadership, where the balancing act between ministry and secular work presents unique challenges. This episode is a treasure trove of strategies for effective time management and practical tips to avoid all-too-common burnout. Join us as experienced leaders share their journeys, offering a blueprint for success. Bi-vocational Ministry & Leadership: Time Management: Defining & Dealing with Burnout: Closing Thoughts: As we wrap up, we emphasize the importance of self-awareness and the power of intentional living. These aren't just concepts but daily practices that can lead to a fulfilling bi-vocational journey. Thank you for tuning in. Visit [Podcast Website] for more enriching episodes. Let's continue on our path to 1% daily improvement, embracing every step of this leadership journey. Resources Mentioned: From Ashes to Grace: A Story of Unwavering Faith and the Rebirth of a CommunityFrom Rubble to Renewal : The Nehemiah Strategy for Modern TimesFinding Joy Despite Life's Hardships - Clarence E. Stowers, Jr.Let's Connect My WebsiteMy Online CoursesMy Amazon Author's PageMy Facebook PageMy Twitter PageMy Instagram PageMy LinkedIn PageMy YouTube ChannelLink Tree (all my links in one place)Support the show Support the show

I'm Clarence E. Stowers, Jr., the host of The Clarence Stowers Leadership Podcast, a podcast about becoming 1% better every day. This podcast focuses on inspiring and equipping highly motivated and creative people to take decisive action to level up in all aspects of their lives while also producing their best work. There's Trauma in The Pews The greatest lesson I learned while pastoring during this pandemic is trauma in the pews, and most pastors (including me) aren't prepared to deal with it. Too many churches are focused on just getting folks back in the building and ignoring the trauma all have faced, to various degrees, during the pandemic. Unless that changes, the church will be weaker and unable to fulfill its mission of creating disciples. The good news is that the people outside the walls face the same trauma and need what only the Christian church offers. Meet Rev. Dr. Ebony Only The Rev. Dr. Ebony D. Only serves as Executive Pastor at First Baptist Church of University Park in University Park, Illinois, and is the Inaugural Community Chaplain Fellow for Bishop Anderson House on Chicago's Near West Side. Answering the call to assist in the practical development of pastors, para-church leaders, and members, Ebony founded Only One Consulting, an organization devoted to nurturing church and not-for-profit leaders to operate at their maximum capacity. Rev. Dr. Ebony Only received her Doctorate of Ministry Degree from the Samuel Dewitt Proctor School of Theology at Virginia Union University. Her dissertation titled: Self-Care – A Practical Intervention for the Solo Pastor is the basis for much of her ministry. Connect with Rev. Dr. Ebony Only: WebsiteResources Mentioned: The Cross and the Lynching Tree - James ConeFinding Joy Despite Life's Hardships - Clarence E. Stowers, Jr.Let's Connect My WebsiteMy Online CoursesMy Amazon Author's PageMy Facebook PageMy Twitter PageMy Instagram PageMy LinkedIn PageMy YouTube ChannelLink Tree (all my links in one place)Support the show

Welcome back to The Clarence Stowers Leadership Podcast, a podcast about becoming 1% better every day. This podcast focuses on inspiring and equipping highly motivated and creative people to take decisive action to level up in all aspects of their lives while also producing their best work. This week's Episode: What If They Don't Come Back Like We Thought They Would, features Pastor Kervance Ross. First, I'm interviewing thought leaders regarding the church's lifecycle, chart its decline (pre-Covid), how Covid accelerated change and forced us online, and what's next on the horizon. Next, we will converse about measuring church online and hybrid church metrics. Additionally, I'd like to drill down on why views are not what we should solely measure. Finally, we will end our interview by focusing on what's next for the church and how pastors & church leaders can plan. The goal is for the listener to walk away with a few "next steps" regardless of where their ministry is right now. Meet Pastor Kervance D. Ross Impactful, Cutting-Edge, Driven, and Revolutionary are only a few words used to describe Kervance D. Ross vividly. This accomplished ministry leader, purpose pioneer, author, mainstream coach, and marketplace master inspires thousands of people worldwide. His presentation style, background, and leadership skills blend harmoniously to distinguish, in any arena, this visionary, business-minded powerhouse. Meshing the Marketplace, Ministry, and the Mainstream, Kervance burst onto the national scene over a decade ago with his initial bestselling book, How to Change the Mind of the Mediocre Man…Five Keys to Move From Good to Amazing. This book serves as an in-depth journey into the mind and actions of the "curse called average" in 21st-century men. In January 2020, he was prophetically named the Pastor of Internet & Innovation at New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Lithonia, Ga. Such an appointment occurred right before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and the next move of the church to the digital space. This situated Kervance as a global leader in online church and futurism, spaces in which his enormous influence is only sure to grow. He has earned his undergraduate from Alabama A&M University and master's degree from the University of Phoenix in marketing from an educational perspective. He is now a doctoral candidate, passionately pursuing his Ph.D. in leadership and organizational change. Kervance is also receiving rave reviews to release his second book, Leadership for Life, and his newest literary jewel, The Business in the Bible. Social Media Links: Instagram: @iamkervanceross Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IamKervanceRoss/ Twitter: @IAmKervanceRoss Website: https://www.thekingmakersclub.com/ Let's Connect Link Tree (all my links in one place)My WebsiteMy Online CoursesMy Amazon Author's PageMy Facebook PageMy Twitter PageMy Instagram PageMy LinkedIn PageMy YouTube ChannelSupport the show

Welcome to the special edition of The Clarence Stowers Leadership Podcast - The PK Edition. Today's episode featuring Rev. Dr. Ernest F. Ledbetter III, Ernesha Ledbetter-Miller, & Marcie Stowers- Wilson dives into what it’s like to grow up as a Preacher’s Kid (PK). Welcome to That PK Life! #PreachersKids #PKLife Marcie Wilson's Link: Link Tree Rev. Dr. EF Ledbetter III's Music Links: After ChurchAfter Church IIThe Midnight Musical Mrs. Ernesha Ledbetter-Miller's Links: Leah's Storytime VIP GROUP! Clarence E. Stowers, Jr. Links: Link Tree (all my links in one place)My WebsiteMy Online CoursesMy Amazon Author's PageMy Facebook PageMy Twitter PageMy Instagram PageMy LinkedIn PageMy YouTube ChannelSupport the show

Welcome back to The Clarence Stowers Leadership Podcast, a podcast about becoming 1% better every day. This podcast focuses on inspiring and equipping highly motivated and creative people to take decisive action to level up in all aspects of their lives while also producing their best work. This week's Episode: An Overview of What If They Don't Come Back Like We Thought Too many churches are focused on just getting folks back in the building and ignoring the trauma all have faced, to various degrees, during the pandemic. Unless that changes, the church will be weaker and unable to fulfill its mission of creating disciples. Let's Connect Link Tree (all my links in one place)My WebsiteMy Online CoursesMy Amazon Author's PageMy Facebook PageMy Twitter PageMy Instagram PageMy LinkedIn PageMy YouTube ChannelSources Mentioned Be sure to download our app (Mars Hill Anywhere). We have sermon notes, audio messages, and much more. Mars Hill Baptist Church of Chicago Support the show

Welcome back to The Clarence Stowers Leadership Podcast, a podcast about becoming 1% better every day. This podcast focuses on inspiring and equipping highly motivated and creative people to take decisive action to level up in all aspects of their lives while also producing their best work. This Week's Episode: The Theology of Technology Honestly, I do not understand why most pastors and church leaders do not leverage technology for the Glory of God. Pastors, church leaders, and faithful church attendees who see social networking sites like Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tock, Twitter, and LinkedIn as evil miss an excellent opportunity to reach people far from God. Are you sitting? Here's something that'll blow your mind. Christianity was, in an authentic sense, the first technologically driven religion. Are you Intrigued? Angry? Frustrated? Galilee, Bethlehem, and the rest of Palestine were part of a Roman world whose technological underpinnings had reached a level by Jesus' day that was not to be surpassed until the 19th Century. Those roads that The Apostle Paul and his associates traveled to spread the faith were unprecedented engineering marvels. Without the ingeniously constructed roads that led from the streets where Jesus had walked to the cities of Syria and Greece, Christianity might have remained another obscure Judean sect-like those that fill the pages in accounts by the Jewish historian Josephus. The roads were technological marvels – the ORIGINAL information super-highway! What's The Point? If Jesus, His Disciples, or The Apostle Paul were here today, they'd all use Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tock, Twitter, LinkedIn, and other social media sites to reach people for God! Pastors & church leaders, if you're not using Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tock, Twitter, and LinkedIn, or any other form of social media, you're missing a God-sized & ordained opportunity to reach people for God. Let's Connect Link Tree (all my links in one place)My WebsiteMy Online CoursesMy Amazon PageMy Facebook PageMy Twitter PageMy Instagram PageMy LinkedIn PageMy YouTube ChannelSources Mentioned in Today's Episode We Need a Theology of TechnologyWILL SORRELLChurch@Home | JUDAH SMITH Support the show

Welcome back to The Clarence Stowers Leadership Podcast, a podcast about becoming 1% better every day. This podcast focuses on inspiring and equipping highly motivated and creative people to take decisive action to level up in all aspects of their lives while also producing their best work. This week's Episode: The Overlooked Leader: Overlooked by Others. Handpicked by God highlights the Overlook leader and helps them build their platform and gain visibility. Let's Connect My WebsiteMy Online CoursesMy Amazon PageMy Facebook PageMy Twitter PageMy Instagram PageMy LinkedIn PageMy YouTube ChannelLink Tree (all my links in one place)Today's Guest - Minister Marcie Wilson, MPA Because everything the Lord made is good, Marcie desires to bring positive thinking and inspiration to the world, so she created A Fresh Wind, which provides a fresh thought to help move you into action. Thinking positive about your life and relationship isn't ignoring your reality, but it's choosing to see the future God has promised us. Marcie holds a Bachelor's degree from Jackson State University and a Master's in Public Administration with a concentration in Nonprofit Management from Roosevelt University. Marcie serves as an Affiliate Faculty Professor for Indiana Wesleyan University, Social Media Director of Mars Hill Anywhere, and is a project manager, social media strategist, minister, blogger, and author. Marcie is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. Marcie through A Fresh Wind, delivers daily affirmations, blogs, and "A Fresh Wind" via Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and at MarcieWilson.com In October 2016, Marcie published Journey to Love, a manual on how to use positive thinking and communication to transform relationships. This book is a guide that focuses on marriages and uses affirmations, scripture, and prayer to build healthy relationships. She also co-authored Real Divas Win and Love Letters to My Girls. Both books inspire women and girls to strive to be their best. Marcie is married to the awesome Pastor Fredrick E. Wilson, Jr, and mother of two beautiful children, Fredrick, III, and Kya Alexandria. Website MarcieWilson.com Facebook A Fresh Wind Fan Page Social Media and Ministry is a resource place for Pastors, leaders, and creatives. Today's Leading Lady a place where empowered women empower other women. The Love Academy is a place where couples can be encouraged & inspired while keeping the spice. Instagram Marcie Wilson A Fresh Wind For booking Email at Marcie@MarcieWilson.com http://Linktr.ee/MarcieWilson Author | Minister | Blogger | Social Media Strategist | Online Church Support the show

Welcome back to The Clarence Stowers Leadership Podcast, a podcast about becoming 1% better every day. This podcast focuses on inspiring and equipping highly motivated and creative people to take decisive action to level up in all aspects of their lives while also producing their best work. This week's episode: How to Make 2022 Your Best Year Ever You can read more about this episode on my website. I know. I know. I know. For some, 2020 and 2021 were an emotional rollercoaster. You've been through a lot this year, and you're unsure what to expect in 2022. You experienced many disappointments. But this too shall pass, and it's time for a fresh start in 2022. We've experienced drastic changes this year, and our bodies and minds have reacted with increased anxiety levels - but with the proper coping mechanisms, you can get through it. Everybody is usually trying to reinvent themselves at this time of year. We've all gone through too much to cave in to such pressure, whether from the outside world or ourselves. Today's podcast, "How To Make 2022 Your Best Year Ever," will help you stay positive while things around us change. By following our tips, we'll make sure your New Year's resolution of making 2022 your best year ever stays intact throughout the entire year. Let's get started! Sources: Silvia M. Dutchevici, MA, LCSW is the founder and President of the Critical Therapy Center. Let's Connect Link Tree (all my links in one place)My WebsiteMy Online CoursesMy Amazon Author's PageMy Facebook PageMy Twitter PageMy Instagram PageMy LinkedIn PageMy YouTube ChannelSupport the show

Welcome back to The Clarence Stowers Leadership Podcast, a podcast about becoming 1% better every day. This podcast focuses on inspiring and equipping highly motivated and creative people to take decisive action to level up in all aspects of their lives while also producing their best work. This week's Episode: The Overlooked Leader featuring Frank Walker, IV Connect with Frank @ Mistaken Identity TV Mistaken Identity Podcast Mistaken Identity Clothing Support Frank @ Patreon Frank Walker IV is the founder of the Mistaken Identity Podcast and TV channel, which tells the personal stories of those inside and out of Wrigley Field. He is currently an Event Operations Supervisor for the Chicago Cubs. Frank has more than 15 years of youth leadership development experience on the local and national level, winning the City of Chicago's Black Male Achievement Award for his work with mentoring programs and was invited to the White House during the Obama Administration twice to present his youth success stories. Frank is a member of Mars Hill Baptist Church, where he developed his mission to help move people from average to awesome. Let's Connect Link Tree (all my links in one place)My WebsiteMy Online CoursesMy Amazon PageMy Facebook PageMy Twitter PageMy Instagram PageMy LinkedIn PageMy YouTube ChannelSupport the show

Welcome back to The Clarence Stowers Leadership Podcast, a podcast about becoming 1% better every day. This podcast focuses on inspiring and equipping highly motivated and creative people to take decisive action to level up in all aspects of their lives while also producing their best work. This week's Episode: Should I Follow My Head or My Heart: 5 Questions to Ask Before Making Decisions You can read more about this episode on my website. According to Mel Robbins, here are five questions to ask when making decisions. 5 Questions to Ask When Making Decisions Remember, there's always a short-term and a long-term impact of the decision. When making a decision, it's essential to think about its short-term and long-term impacts. The short-term consequences are the things that happen immediately after the decision. The long-term effects are the things that happen down the road, sometimes many years after the decision is made. It's essential to think about both of these impacts when deciding because they can be very different. The short-term effect might be exciting or seem like a good idea at the time, but the long-term implications might be very different. It's crucial to weigh all of the pros and cons of a decision before making it, so you can be sure that you're making the right choice. Do you agree or disagree? I'd love to hear how you make decisions? Let's Connect Link Tree (all my links in one place)My WebsiteMy Online CoursesMy Amazon Author's PageMy Facebook PageMy Twitter PageMy Instagram PageMy LinkedIn PageMy YouTube ChannelSupport the show

Welcome back to The Clarence Stowers Leadership Podcast, a podcast about becoming 1% better every day. This podcast focuses on inspiring and equipping highly motivated and creative people to take decisive action to level up in all aspects of their lives while also producing their best work. This week's Episode: Overlooked Leader: The Overlooked Leader: Overlooked by Others. Handpicked by God highlights the Overlook leader and helps them build their platform and gain visibility. Let's Connect My WebsiteMy Online CoursesMy Amazon Author's PageMy Facebook PageMy Twitter PageMy Instagram PageMy LinkedIn PageMy YouTube ChannelLink Tree (all my links in one place)Today's Guest - Bishop Thomas Arthur Clark, IV Bishop Clark was born on August 9, 1971, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Bishop Dr. Thomas A. Clark, Jr. and Elder Patricia O. Clark. In 1985, he graduated from Mars Hill School in Chicago as valedictorian of his eighth-grade class. Thomas then attended and graduated from Chicago's prestigious Albert G. Lane Technical High School. He accepted the call of God to preach the Gospel in August of 1988 while a member of Faith Deliverance Christian Center in Chicago under his father's pastorate. Thomas is currently the proud pastor of World Deliverance Christian Center of Bellwood, IL. God led him and his father to organize in January of 2011, upon the merger of the churches they were respectively pastoring. In 2012, The Fellowship of Kingdom Builders became part of Faith Tabernacle Outreach Ministries (FTOM) under Bishop Dr. Herbert Bright of Plainfield, NJ. In May of 2017, Thomas was appointed as First-Vice Presiding Bishop of FTOM. In 2019, Thomas was conferred and hooded with an Honorary Doctor of Divinity Degree from St. Thomas Christian University of Jacksonville, FL. He is currently studying to obtain a Master's in Missional Church Movements from the esteemed Wheaton College of Wheaton, IL. Bishop Clark's Podcast: Taclark4ministries Podcast Bishop Clark's YouTube Channel: Taclark4ministries Bishop Clark's Blog: https://www.taclark4ministries.com/ Follow Bishop Clark on Twitter: @Taclark4 Purchas Bishop Clark's book: Bloom Where God Has Planted You: It Is Time To Fulfill Your God-given Purpose Support the show

I'm Clarence E. Stowers, Jr., the host of The Clarence Stowers Leadership Podcast, a podcast about becoming 1% better every day. This podcast focuses on inspiring and equipping highly motivated and creative people to take decisive action to level up in all aspects of their lives while also producing their best work. This week's Episode: Overlooked Leader: The Overlooked Leader: Overlooked by Others. Handpicked by God. highlights the Overlook leader and helps them build their platform and gain visibility. Let's Connect My WebsiteMy Online CoursesMy Amazon Author's PageMy Facebook PageMy Twitter PageMy Instagram PageMy LinkedIn PageMy YouTube ChannelLink Tree (all my links in one place)Today's Guest - Bishop Thomas Arthur Clark, IV Bishop Clark was born on August 9, 1971, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Bishop Dr. Thomas A. Clark, Jr. and Elder Patricia O. Clark. In 1985, he graduated from Mars Hill School in Chicago as valedictorian of his eighth-grade class. Thomas then attended and graduated from Chicago's prestigious Albert G. Lane Technical High School. He accepted the call of God to preach the Gospel in August of 1988 while a member of Faith Deliverance Christian Center in Chicago under his father's pastorate. In 1994, upon earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Advertising from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Thomas returned to Chicago. He became very active in the youth ministry of the church. He was appointed as Youth Pastor in April 1995. He has attended numerous classes, seminars, and workshops on Christian Education, Church Development, and Leadership Development, to name a few. Through his studies, Thomas has earned various certificates of completion and a Christian Education Diploma. Thomas is currently the proud pastor of World Deliverance Christian Center of Bellwood, IL. God led him and his father to organize in January of 2011, upon the merger of the churches they were respectively pastoring. In 2012, The Fellowship of Kingdom Builders became part of Faith Tabernacle Outreach Ministries (FTOM) under Bishop Dr. Herbert Bright of Plainfield, NJ. In May of 2017, Thomas was appointed as First-Vice Presiding Bishop of FTOM. In 2019, Thomas was conferred and hooded with an Honorary Doctor of Divinity Degree from St. Thomas Christian University of Jacksonville, FL. He is currently studying to obtain a Master's in Missional Church Movements from the esteemed Wheaton College of Wheaton, IL. Bishop Clark's Podcast: Taclark4ministries Podcast Bishop Clark's YouTube Channel: Taclark4ministries Bishop Clark's Blog: https://www.taclark4ministries.com/ Follow Bishop Clark on Twitter: @Taclark4 Purchas Bishop Clark's book: Bloom Where God Has Planted You: It Is Time To Fulfill Your God-given Purpose Support the show

Hi, welcome to the Clarence Stowers Leadership Podcast! I'm your host Clarence E. Stowers, Jr., a husband, father, author, leadership coach, Lead Pastor, turned podcast producer, and lover of seeing people level up in all areas of life! I've been passionate about seeing ordinary people develop into extraordinary leaders. I've been fortunate to grow up around great leaders. As a kid, I experienced my father, and his colleagues lead churches & conventions on the local, state, and national levels with wisdom, competence, skill, and humility. Now, as an adult, I'm passionate about helping people become 1% better every day. Improving by 1% each day means getting better each day. Improving by 1% each day, compounded, leads to an annual gain of 3800%. That's a HUGE difference. The Clarence Stowers Leadership Podcast focuses on inspiring and equipping highly motivated and creative people to take decisive action to level up in all aspects of their lives while also producing their best work. Ever wish you could sit down and have a conversation with today's top leaders in the business, entrepreneurship, & ministry? Well, my leadership podcast is designed to bring that to people who lead extraordinarily well and want to become better leaders. I know you're busy. I get it—leadership is challenging and time-consuming! Have you ever wondered how leaders think, process, and strategize? That's what my podcast will bring: backstage access into people who lead extraordinarily well - all designed to help your team do even better at leading themselves. That's why I decided to start podcasting. Next, I set myself a date, worked on a list of potential ideas and guests… and a podcast name. So one month later, here I am, presenting the Clarence Stowers Leadership Podcast to you! I'm excited to announce I'll be releasing this podcast bi-month (2 episodes per month). I'll be talking with other regular people, who, just like me, will be sharing their experience of leveling up in all aspects of their life. This podcast aims to improve how we live and lead, one action at a time. Now, if you like the sound of this, please subscribe to this podcast and bookmark my website clarencestowers.com. Also, follow @clarence.stowers on Instagram. Also, all of my social media links are in the show notes. Thanks so much, and I'll see you in the next episode! Lead well this week! Want to grow as a leader but don't know where to begin? I'm building an online leadership resource center that will help you grow and lead with confidence! I have a few FREE resources for you and your team. Please visit coaching.clarencestowers.com Let's Connect My WebsiteMy Online CoursesMy Amazon Author's PageMy Facebook PageMy Twitter PageMy Instagram PageMy LinkedIn PageMy YouTube ChannelLink Tree (all my links in one place)Support the show

Hello everyone, I'm Clarence E. Stowers, Jr., the host of The Clarence Stowers Leadership Podcast, a podcast about becoming 1% better every day. I'mMany of us are overlooked by society. We're not famous, we don't have many followers on social media, and people seem to be constantly judging our work. The question is: do you care? Do you know that God has handpicked you for your life's purpose, and He wants the world to see His light through YOU? It's time to stop worrying about what everyone else thinks and start focusing on who YOU were made to be! So, Who Am I? I train/coach highly motivated & creative people to take decisive action to level up in all areas of life and get their most outstanding work in the world. As pastor at the Mars Hill Baptist Church of Chicago, I'm passionate about helping people connect life's dots so they can live abundantly. I thrive on assisting people, leaders, pastors, and those in ministry think through life, leadership, goals, and strategy. My specialty is organizational and personal leadership, so in addition to my role as a pastor, as I have time, I consult with business, church, and ministry leaders. I also write on personal development, leadership, finance, relationships, inspiration, and motivation. Let's Connect My WebsiteMy Online CoursesMy Amazon Author's PageMy Facebook PageMy Twitter PageMy Instagram PageMy LinkedIn PageMy YouTube ChannelLink Tree (all my links in one place)Today's Guest: Rev. Dr. Christopher Dodd Born and raised in Chicago, Rev. Dr. Christopher E. Dodd is the son of Doshia and E.C. Dodd. After choosing to walk away from corporate America and follow God's calling, he attended Northern Theological Seminary to receive his Masters of Divinity Degree and later his Doctorate. In 2006, Dr. Dodd organized Christ Victory Assembly Church in Lansing, IL, and seven years later, he began his journey at New Community Church. He now sits on the boards of Converge MidAmerica, School District 215, and the Victory Association. Pastor Chris has been happily married to his college sweetheart Schlonda Dodd for 22 years. Together, they have three beautiful daughters: Kennedi, Raygan, and Madison. The Trauma in Transition is written in the loving memory of his parents. Support the show

Hello everyone, I'm Clarence E. Stowers, Jr., The host of The Clarence Stowers Leadership Podcast, a podcast about becoming 1% better every day. Many of us are overlooked by society. We're not famous, we don't have many followers on social media, and people seem to be constantly judging our work. The question is: do you care? Do you know that God has handpicked you for your life's purpose, and He wants the world to see His light through YOU? It's time to stop worrying about what everyone else thinks and start focusing on who YOU were made to be! "We are all leaders. Whether we lead a department at work, manage our household, or serve in church leadership positions, the responsibility of leading is on us." "It's not about how many followers you have on social media. It's not about the size of your following on Twitter. It's not even about what some people might call "celebrity." You can be an influencer without being famous." Leadership is more than just one person taking charge and telling everyone else what to do. Leadership is when someone stands up for themselves and stands up for others who cannot speak out against injustices that have been done to them. To his older siblings, David was a nuisance. To his father, Jesse, he was simply the youngest son. He was just a shepherd kid to everyone else. But to God, David was the one destined to be king. And not just any king; he was from the bloodline that would produce Jesus. Overlooked by everyone else. But God picked him. Even how David was anointed as king is significant. God informs Samuel that He has discarded Saul as king and chosen one of Jesse's descendants to be the new ruler in 1 Samuel 16. Today's Guest: Rev. Dr. Christopher Dodd Born and raised in Chicago, Rev. Dr. Christopher E. Dodd is the son of Doshia and E.C. Dodd. After choosing to walk away from corporate America and follow God's calling, he attended Northern Theological Seminary to receive his Masters of Divinity Degree and later his Doctorate. In 2006, he organized Christ Victory Assembly Church in Lansing, IL, and seven years later, he began his journey at New Community Church. He now sits on the boards of Converge MidAmerica, School District 215, and the Victory Association. Pastor Chris has been happily married to his college sweetheart Schlonda Dodd for 22 years. Together, they have three beautiful daughters: Kennedi, Raygan, and Madison. The Trauma in Transition is written in the loving memory of his parents. Support the show