Patricia Wade

Leadership is a behavior, not a title- it's a choice. Be kind. Show everyone they matter. Lift them up and watch them exceed every expectation.

Every problem is an opportunity to invent a new possibility. When you adopt a possibility mindset you naturally look for solutions, connections and growth instead of getting stuck in limitations. It means approaching situations with confidence that solutions exist, doors will be open and progress is possible. Problem= Possibility= Positive Action= Growth.

My professional ministry is centered around seeing and understanding each child as a unique individual. I believe it is essential to truly observe the child—the sum of their experiences and their exposure to the world at this stage of life—because these factors have shaped who they are today. Teaching, for me, is more than a profession; it is a ministry. It requires patience, prayer, and deep understanding. I hold the conviction that there is no such thing as a “bad” child. Every behavior has a cause that extends beyond surface-level actions, and it is our responsibility to explore the root of these responses.

A dear friend of mine often said, “Where these children are now is not a life sentence, just a temporary situation.” I firmly believe that every person has a unique calling, a gift they were given at birth. One of our roles as parents, teachers, and mentors is to nurture and cultivate that gift so it may be shared with the world, making it a better place. In my work, I focus on the heart—the heart connection that fosters growth, trust, and transformation in each child.

In my personal life, it is most important to me to live fully in alignment with my calling and to grow into the person I was created to be. As a Christian, I am committed to following the path God has laid out for me. I am also the founder of Spiritual Soul Sisters (S3), a Christian organization for multicultural women who live, support, and grow together. Our community embraces each other’s differences, encourages one another’s dreams, and supports each other’s ministry callings. Together, we engage in community outreach—feeding and helping the homeless, supporting nursing homes, assisting veterans, participating in prison ministry, helping families in need, and collaborating with nonprofits—all while helping people discover and use their God-given gifts to make the world a better place.

I strive to live out my Christian values, seeking to be the person God created me to be. Along the way, I have stumbled and made mistakes, but I have learned to forgive myself and others, to grow, and use those experiences as stepping stones to never give up. My strength comes from my intimacy with God, which sustains me personally and professionally.