Building Bridges.....

September September, generally a beautiful fall month in Sweden. In the end of September the leaf start changing color and the chilly winds sets in.. September 4-- Had a short meeting with our pastor in his lovely flat downtown Malmo.. Planning next Sunday service... September 5-- Sunday and time for service.. Our Pastor spoke mainly from Acts 6:1-18. Being very present with the very presence.. A great service and a nice time of fellowship.. Today we had a leadership meeting for all our different Diverse cultural groups. Great meeting, lots to discuss.. In the afternoon we attended a Iranian service. Did not understand a single word but the presence of the holy spirit was obvious... a late lunch at IKEA after that.. Tired but a great day in Church... September 7--Spend the evening in front of the computer, as always, fixing photos, and other updates for our website and newsletter. Love doing it.. September 11-- A very special day for us all to remember. Nine years ago now... Today

Have you been in a situation when people around you ( workplace, school, church etc) know more about something you do, when perhaps it should be the other way around? I think we all have, and it is perhaps no big deal. Irritating though... But, have you ever been in a situation when a leader discussed you, your situation, your future plans to others first and after a while to you? This must be the absolute worst thing a leader can do to violate trust and to loose respect... What do you think? To gain Trust and respect a leader must( According to John C Maxwell) Maintain integrity. *Openly communicate vision and values. *Show respect for employees as equal partners. *Focus on shared goals rather than personal agendas. *Do the right thing regardless of personal risk. *Listen with an open mind. *Demonstrate compassion. *Maintain confidences. True isn't it!!!