Bernita Hill, Minister, Evangelist
I chose this career path because
I have been in the mortgage industry for over 30 years and when I started I was one of three African-Americans. I am also a Minister and an Evangelist, and while I have had a successful professional career, my true calling is to serve The Lord and to use the wisdom he has given me to pass the knowledge onto his people; This was my assignment from birth.
I prepared for this career by
For my career in the mortgage industry, I learned most of what I know through experience and while on-the-job. In pursuit of becoming an Evangelist, I received a degree in Christian Education and Counseling from the University of Memphis, Life Christian Bible Institute.
The biggest challenge I've overcome
My biggest challenge has been finding my way as a woman in such a heavily male dominated industry.
My greatest strength(s)
My greatest strengths include my breadth of knowledge, the respect I have earned in the industry, and my ability to implement processes.
My greatest accomplishment to date
My greatest accomplishment has been becoming a minister and helping others.
My personal/professional goals
My goal is to retire in the next two to five years and pursue my calling in the ministry. I see so many people hurting and it is my calling, as well as my responsibility, to serve.
What/Who has inspired me the most
I am inspired by what I do and the lives I touch. I was born to do this.
I most want to be known/remembered for
I want to be remembered not for when or where I was born and died, but for the life lived between the dashes and how many people I helped during my time here.
I enjoy the following hobbies/interests
I enjoy shopping, traveling, unique jewelry, animals, and collecting angels.