Dr. Asa Lee on Building Lego Sets, Being a Neighbor, and Building Communities and Cultures
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Dr. Asa Lee, President of the Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, joins us and shares his unique journey from the classrooms of public education to the holy halls of ministry and academia and the reasons for his professional choices.
“The demands on being a neighbor aren’t religious, they’re communal, they’re shared.” – Dr. Asa Lee
4 Key Takeaways:
1. Dr. Lee navigates through the sacrifice necessary to hone leadership skills.
2. He shares his views on the power of intentional community building and the surprising perspective gained from parenthood.
3. He also reveals his unconventional stress-busting techniques i.e., Lego building and gardening, which might inspire you to pick up a new hobby!
4. We delve into the significance of availability in leadership, the art of building a robust culture, and handling the weight of pressure.
About Dr. Asa Lee: Rev. Dr. Asa J. Lee, a respected leader in theological education, assumed the role of President at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary on June 7, 2021. With degrees from Hampton University, Wesley Theological Seminary, and Virginia Theological Seminary, Dr. Lee brings a wealth of academic and pastoral experience. Previously serving at Wesley Theological Seminary in various capacities, including vice president and director of African-American studies, Dr. Lee is known for fostering inclusive and academically rigorous environments. He is an ordained minister with a decade of pastoral experience at Mount Olive Baptist Church in Arlington, Va. Dr. Lee is a member of several prestigious organizations, reflecting his commitment to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in theological education. As President, he envisions leading Pittsburgh Theological Seminary to rediscover its core strengths and embrace new opportunities in theological education. With a collaborative spirit and innovative thinking, Dr. Lee, alongside his wife, the Rev. Chenda Innis Lee, is set to shape the future of the seminary, equipping students for pastoral ministry in the Presbyterian tradition.
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Resources Mentioned:
Legos
Pittsburgh Theological Seminary
Connect with Dr. Lee:
Linkedin | Blog
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