The Memphis School of Servant Leadership is one of many independently run Schools of Servant Leadership around the country. The first Servant Leadership School was founded in 1986 in Washington, D.C. as part of the Church of the Saviour’s goal to begin “a seminary for all people”. The School in Memphis was started in 1997 by an ecumenical group of lay and clergy leaders and offered an average of two classes each term. The School has grown to the point now where we offer an average of eight classes in addition to seminars and events.
We have two groups that in essence serve as our Board of Directors. These groups drive the direction and effectiveness of the School.
The “Mission Group” meets weekly to share accountability for a covenant life of prayer and reflection, stewardship of resources, and learning from our ongoing relationships with persons made poor and marginal in our culture. The Mission Group imagines, plans, and implements the work of the School in raising up Christian servant leaders for the church and the world. Mission Group Members: Evelyn Baker, Linda Barnes, Debra Brittenum, David Doss, Kristi Estes, Floridia Jackson, Billy Vaughan and Nancy Wiers.
The “Support Community” meets three to four times a year and once for a half day retreat. Support Community Members will be asked to "bring their best" to the school for one year to help the mission group discern direction of the school and evaluate programs. If you are interested please call us at 320-7005. |
