Faithfulness
Remaining committed to the assignment across seasons of change.
Building · Governing · Transitioning · ContinuingLeadership that
Leadership that
outlives position.
Perspective shaped by responsibility.
More than five decades of ministry provide Bishop Smith with a perspective on leadership shaped not merely through theory, but through the responsibilities of building, governing, transitioning and continuing.
Stewardship
Caring responsibly for people, institutions and responsibilities entrusted to leadership.
Development
Recognizing potential and preparing others for meaningful service.
Succession
Making room for the next generation to carry the mission forward.
Service
Understanding authority as a responsibility exercised for the good of the Church.
Developing Leaders
Strong leadership does not merely accumulate followers. Strong leadership develops leaders.
Bishop Smith’s episcopal journey has placed him in leadership relationships with pastors, District Elders, Suffragan Bishops and other ministry leaders.
Leadership and legacy