By: Eva Martínez Para leer la versión en español haga clic aquí As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love… Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave …
By: Verónica Martínez-Gallegos Para leer la versión en español haga clic aquí Transitions are significant changes or events that move you from your comfort zone to a place where you must begin anew in unfamiliar territory. Life presents us with moments when, in order to move forward, we must leave behind what we know, for example: a …
By: Gabriela Sanchez Para leer la versión en español haga clic aquí As Christian leaders in our respective ministries and personal lives, we are bound to encounter new paths full of uncertainty, face long-lasting challenges, and lead others during difficult seasons in life. In these turbulent moments, we may attempt to rely on our own strength and …
By Carolyn Porterfield Para leer la versión en español haga clic aquí Some Gospel stories are memorable, like Jesus feeding the five thousand in John 6:1-15. Initially, I thought its main point was Jesus feeding the hungry out of compassion. However, a deeper look reveals a leadership lesson valuable for personal growth. This story exemplifies leadership development. …
By Patty Villarreal Para leer la versión en español haga clic aquí During this season, Christians celebrate the life, death, and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ. My church follows the liturgical Christian calendar. Thus, during Palm Sunday, the children march up and down the sanctuary aisles waving fronds of palms commemorating the victorious entrance of Jesus …
By Marcela Ordaz Para leer la versión en español haga clic aquí This year I celebrate my 44th birthday with the certainty that I would not exchange the energy of my 20s for the wisdom and determination of my 40s. Every decade shapes and strengthens us, and today more than ever, I know that women are called …
By Ana Castellano Para leer la versión en español haga clic aquí During the month of February in many countries Valentine’s Day, also known as the day of love and friendship, is celebrated. While it is true that this month offers us the opportunity to celebrate those we love and thank them for their presence in our …
By Nora O. Lozano Para leer la versión en español haga clic aquí As I kept reflecting on the beginning of a New Year and the opportunities that are ahead of us for the next 11 months, I learned about the recent plane crash that happened close to the Washington D.C. Reagan Airport where 67 people were …
By: Norvi Mayfield, Verónica Rodríguez Navarro, and Nora O. Lozano Para leer la versión en español haga clic aquí Graduations are such glorious and celebratory events. Those who believe and support education, at any level, hold in their hearts the hope that all the students will graduate, and that as they close an educational cycle, they will …
By: Anna Rodriquez Para leer la versión en español haga clic aquí “You need to be a teacher.” My mother would strongly suggest after observing my passion to help people. However, after listening to her, I would not entertain the thought of becoming a teacher. Now, if my grandmother were the one who said I needed to …
By: Verónica Martínez-Gallegos Para leer la versión en español haga clic aquí What happens when you say yes to God? What I have heard in response to this question is, “What am I going to do if I say yes to God?” I remember this phrase as if it were written in my mind and heart since …
By Adalia Gutiérrez-Lee Para leer la versión en español haga clic aquí When celebrating Father’s Day some days ago, I once again remembered this famous phrase from my father, Rolando Gutiérrez-Cortés. I am sure that I am not the only one who remembers my dad saying “Don’t go back even to gain momentum.” Many other people also …
By Carolyn Porterfield Para leer la versión en español haga clic aquí The word “trust” evokes memories from my childhood. I had a terrible habit of lying. “Did you practice the piano today?” “Oh, yes!” What I failed to reveal was that the practice time was about five minutes, not the required thirty. I will skip other …
By: Marcela Ordaz Para leer la versión en español haga clic aquí Hello dear CLLI community and beyond! We are excited to share with you a glimpse of the incredible journey of renewal we have undertaken at the Christian Latina Leadership Institute. CLLI Rebranding Almost two decades ago, we took our initial steps as an organization using …
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