3-2-1 Liftoff…Get ready for Global LEAD

 ”Don’t ask yourself what the world needs. Ask yourself  what makes you come alive and then  go do that. Because  what the world needs is  people who have come alive.”    - Howard Thurman

The moment I signed up for the Global L.E.A.D. program I knew I was in for something very special. I thought I knew what to expect, I anticipated all of the great memories I would make, but I never completely realized until now how life changing this incredible adventure would be.

The months, weeks, and days leading up to our departure were filled with excitement and curiosity, study and preparation, and hopes and prayers. As I sit here beginning this blog, it excites me to know that I have such an incredible chance to make a difference. To L.E.A.D. is to serve, and that’s exactly what I plan on doing. I plan to serve the community of Cape Town with compassion in my voice and love in my heart. I am at peace with myself in knowing that I have an opportunity to change the lives of others less fortunate.

 My greatest passion in life is reaching out to someone and helping them overcome any obstacles that may stand in the way of their life’s treasures. Surrounded by the brilliant people who are accompanying me on my journey, I know we have what it takes to nurture our passions for service and channel those energies into a life changing six weeks that we will all remember for the rest of our lives.

Let’s be the change! Let’s not just go…but L.E.A.D.

Scott Sumner is a 2009 Global L.E.A.D. participant and modern day Mother Teresa (as a man..in his twenties…from Georgia).  Read more about his Global L.E.A.D. adventure to Cape Town, South Africa at www.ToLeadisToServe.blogspot.com