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So You’ve Been Elected President…

So You’ve Been Elected President… 1200 628 Jill Pioter

Thank you for sharing your time and talents with fellow Conference and Council members as well as those in need. As with all involvement in the Society, we hope your work as a Vincentian servant leader will lead you to greater faith, an increased desire to serve and stronger friendships.

Do you feel some anxiety about taking on a Vincentian leadership role? Let’s take a look at a few common myths behind that anxiety.

Myth #1: You need to know everything now.

No Vincentian has taken a leadership role already knowing everything; to be honest, no current Vincentian leader knows everything now. What most Vincentian leaders do learn is where to look to find information, where the resources are and who in the Society has experiences and wisdom to share.

Truth #1: You will learn and grow during your time as a Vincentian leader.
Myth #2: You are now in charge of everything.

A Vincentian leader is a servant leader who understands the role of God’s providence. Your ultimate role is to harness the gifts and spirit of your members and direct them to growth in holiness and increased love for one another, and in ways of service to others. To do this you will need to allow God to direct you.

Truth #2: God is in charge of everything. You are called to discern where God is leading and to follow through — and help your members do the same.
Myth #3: You are all alone in figuring things out.

This myth could not be further from the truth. The Society is truly a global network of charity. Fellow Vincentians in 155 countries are serving those in need, as you are, and desire to do so with love and in an effective manner. As you attend regional and national gatherings, or reach out to other Vincentian leaders, you will find that many people are more than willing to share their knowledge. You will only feel all alone if you do not participate in such interactions and relationships.

Truth #3: Most Vincentian leaders love to talk about their experiences and help each other.

We will share useful information relevant to your new responsibilities in these Frederic’s e-Gazette articles in the coming weeks. Reach out to other Vincentians — even if they are not from your area — for advice and support. Thank you for being willing to serve through leadership, and may you be blessed through your witness of following God’s lead in your Conference’s/Council’s service while encouraging others to do the same.

We remind you of the valuable resources on the National website and urge you to review the Governance Page, where the Governance Training DVD and the other material the National Governance Committee has prepared can be found. Then make plans to use these tools. Your Conference and Council will be better off if you do so.

National Presidential Election Update

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The SVdP National Council Presidential election process is now underway.
Each National Council Member is expected to activate the involvement of his/her Council in the nominating phase of the election. You are responsible for notifying affiliated Councils and Conferences of the pending nomination process and should invite their thinking and recommendations about potential nominees.
Questions regarding the election of the next National President should be directed to Elections Chair Ray Sickinger: RSICKING@providence.edu.

Becoming an Effective and Responsible Servant Leaders: The Seven Duties of a Council President

Becoming an Effective and Responsible Servant Leaders: The Seven Duties of a Council President 940 788 Jill Pioter

This webinar, designed for Council Presidents (and potential future Council Presidents) draws form the Council President Handbook, including recent errata. Ray Sickinger, Chair of the National Leadership Task Force, will share insights into the President’s seven essential goals, and attendees will be able to ask questions.

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Becoming an Effective and Responsible Servant Leader Part 2: The Five Goals of a Conference President

Becoming an Effective and Responsible Servant Leader Part 2: The Five Goals of a Conference President 940 788 Jill Pioter

Building on the discussion of Part 1, this second in the series focuses on some practical steps to set and achieve the five goals of the Conference President, as laid out in the Handbook. You’ll have an opportunity to interact and ask questions.

You’ll have opportunities to interact and ask questions during this live session!

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Becoming an Effective and Responsible Servant Leader, Part 1: The Seven Duties of a Conference President

Becoming an Effective and Responsible Servant Leader, Part 1: The Seven Duties of a Conference President 940 788 Jill Pioter

This session, presented by the Leadership Task Force, is designed for all Conference Presidents, new or experienced, as well as Members who may be considering becoming Conference Presidents. With references to guidelines and publications, such as the Conference President Handbook, this presentation will help you prepare to be a more effective Servant Leader for your Conference.

You’ll have opportunities to interact and ask questions during this live session!

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