Meant for Good: Fundamentals of Womanist Leadership

by Debora Jackson

African American women have survived nearly 400 years of oppression by crafting a culture of resistance, perseverance in the struggle, and the ability to adapt while remaining undergirded by faith. Using the biblical story of Joseph's exile and rise to power in Egypt, author and pastor Debora Jackson highlight leadership fundamentals gleaned from that story and from the stories of black women's experiences that may be redeemed for the good of ourselves and our organizations.

160 pages, Paperback

Published January 5, 2020

Reviews

[M Christopher]

A few years ago, I had the privilege of participating in a seminar led by Rev. Dr. Jackson for pastors in ABC-USA on the topic of pastoral leadership. The work of the seminar was primarily based on her previous book, "Spiritual Practices for Effective Leadership," which I found to be excellent and incredibly helpful. With "Meant for Good," Dean Jackson turns to how Womanist Theology, as lived in her own life, points to a new and highly effective style of leadership for both churches and business institutions, both arenas in which she has deep experience.

I very much appreciated Rev. Jackson's honesty and insight as she opens up her own journey to the reader. Although I am of European descent and male, the lessons she chooses from Womanist theology and practice are extremely helpful to me once again. As both businesses and churches in the U.S. become more and more diverse, the leadership techniques and qualities called out by Debora Jackson will become more and more important for success.

I recommend this book for my clergy peers, their lay leaders, and, indeed, anyone in leadership positions.