Sandra Sartin
I chose this career path because
I am married to a minister and am very involved in our church. I interact with the leaders and members of the congregation. I teach our young people about what it means to be Christian. While that is the main focus, I also teach about every day life that the children may encounter. For example how to deal with online bullies. I also teach woman about their every day life.
I prepared for this career by
My training is hands on.
The biggest challenge I've overcome
My biggest challenge is that I am shy and introverted. I am in a leadership, role but I am not an outgoing person. It's difficult for me to communicate with the confidence that I would like.
My greatest strength(s)
My greatest strength is encouraging others. I am a survivor and have an inner strength. I feel that I can overcome anything.
My greatest accomplishment to date
My greatest accomplishment is raising my three children in church and they are still very much in church. My grandchildren are being raised the same and also in church. They have all kept their faith.
My personal/professional goals
My goal is to grow the church. We are seeing some growth but I would like it to continue and increase. I also want to have more involvement in our community.
What/Who has inspired me the most
My greatest inspiration is God. That is my motivation.
I most want to be known/remembered for
I want to be most remembered as someone that encourages others.
I participate in the following organizations/memberships
I participate in Woman's Ministries for the Louisiana District Of the UPCI
I support the missions of these charities/volunteer my time
I support Tupelo's Children Mansion which is an orphanage. Also New Beginnings which helps the adoption process as well as raising funds for missionaries.
I enjoy the following hobbies/interests
I enjoy all types of puzzles. Spending time with the grandkids. Traveling with friends on missionary and leisure trips.