From School Halls to Church Walls: Finding Purpose Through Service

from Pressed Into Purpose · host Valeria Wright

Send us Fan MailPrincipal Edwina Thompson shares her journey as the first African-American principal of Lane Tech College Prep and reveals how loving people through leadership has become her core purpose. She discusses balancing her roles as school administrator, pastor's wife, mother, and friend through intentional presence and spiritual grounding.• Servant leadership means pausing to consider others before yourself, ensuring people feel seen and valued• Being purposeful with your time requires daily shifting of priorities based on who needs your attention most• Early morning quiet time (3:30-4:00 AM) provides essential spiritual nourishment before facing the day's demands• True friendship involves active listening, helping others see themselves clearly, and considering long-term impacts• Life's greatest lesson: "God has never failed me" - finding calm in chaos through faith• When facing challenges, "draw in" to your spiritual center rather than reacting to the chaos around youGo follow Pressed Into Purpose on all social media platforms and leave a review to help others find this podcast!Thanks for listening! Until next time, continue to press into your purpose!You can watch the video and Subscribe on Youtube.com @PressedIntoPurpose or learn more about our host at ValeriaWright.com

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