On Thursday, June 2, 2022 a terrible tragedy happened at Cornerstone Church in Ames, IA. Two young ladies going to a college gathering that evening were murdered in the church parking lot. The shooter then took his own life.
On Sunday, June 5 Lead Pastor Mark Vance had the task of sharing and preaching to a grieving church body. I know his strength came from God as he shared authentically from his heart and what had been laid upon his heart.
At the end of the morning message he said you are going to find “leaders (here) who are limping.” A very authentic, real and true statement.
There are times in our leadership journey when we are going to limp. It will be cloudy, there will be no well defined path and the destination will seem a long ways away or even seem non existent.
Lead even when you are limping. Show up, give all of the strength that you can muster and continue to be real and authentic.
Lean on those that you can who will help to hold you up while you are limping but keep leading and moving forward.
We don’t have our best every day but we can always give the best that we have that day…even if we are limping.
Meet Todd Gordon, a seasoned educator, coach, and activities administrator who dedicated an impressive 37 years to shaping the lives of students within the realm of education. His career has taken him on a remarkable journey through nine different school districts, ranging from the intimate setting of a small school to the dynamic landscape of a large, multi-high school urban district – truly everything in between.
In 2022, Todd embarked on a new chapter, retiring from his illustrious career in education. However, retirement did not signal an end to his passion for making a positive impact in the realm of sports and activities. Todd joined BOUND, a leading sports software company, where he continues to contribute his wealth of experience and knowledge to support activity administrators and coaches.
Beyond the professional arena, Todd’s personal life is a testament to dedication and enduring love. Married to his wife, Deb, for an impressive 40 years, they have navigated life’s journey together. Their family has grown to include three married children, each on their unique paths, and six delightful grandchildren who bring joy and laughter to their lives.
Todd authored and published his first book, “The Power of One. One Word Leadership”, in 2022.
His newest project is the “The Pursuit”, and it starts with new writings on a new page on this website. Todd delves into the essence of your daily pursuit of excellence, offering insights on growth, resilience, and the power of redemption. By weaving daily Scripture insights into our exploration, we bridge the timeless with the contemporary, inviting you to reflect on leadership principles grounded in spiritual wisdom.
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