for the identification of talent and their development.
This will benefit the Little Light House now as well as
in the future, as we identify those within the ministry
and develop them for future leadership.
As seems true with all endeavors of the ministry the
Lord had a plan and the provision to carry it out.
The ED search committee was introduced to Sarah
Brock PhD. She is the head of talent assessment and
development for the nationally known Johnson &
Johnson. She recommended we speak with Captain
Matt McCord with the Tulsa police department
responsible for training. Matt now serves on our
LLH board and brings important insight into the HR
world. Sarah also introduced us to Reliant Talent
Management and Development Solutions. Chris
Wright PhD, founder and
president of Reliant, along
with Katie Packell PhD, head of
consulting services at Reliant,
came on board with their
expertise and services. God
literally brought the Power
Team of HR to the LLH!
This team came along side
the board and committee to
walk out this process with
us. They initially helped the
board identify and articulate
the characteristics and
competencies needed in the
next ED. They developed
specific tools, based on
our criteria, to allow us to
objectively assess candidates for the position.
They spent countless hours developing, meeting,
interviewing and assessing, so we might have the
very best moving forward. I personally can not begin
to thank them enough for all they have generously
given to the LLH ministry. My prayer is the Lord will
bless them richly for the blessing they have been to
us.
The standards for leadership are established in God’s
word. 1 Timothy 3 out lines the characteristics He
desires in those chosen to shepherd. They must
be above reproach, use self-control, sober minded,
respectable, hospitable, able to teach, gentle, and
manage their household well. In 1 Samuel 16:7,
the Lord cautioned Samuel as he examined Jessie’s
seven, seemingly well qualified, sons, “Do not look
on his outward appearance, for I look on the heart.”
By the final interview it became evident that one
4 | THE BEACON
candidate had the Lord’s and man’s qualifications
for this point in time. There was complete unity in
the decision to offer Anne McCoy the position as the
Little Light House next Executive Director. It should
also be noted that the committee was encouraged by
the quality of those seeking the leadership position.
We have a deep well of excellence in those we have
currently on staff. We will be intentionally developing
these individuals for the future. We are truly blessed
in our people that are faithfully carrying out the work
of the LLH.
Many of you may know Anne McCoy already. She
has been an Occupational Therapist for the LLH the
last 10 years, serving our kids and their families. Her
leadership experiences and community service/
involvement has uniquely
qualified her to lead LLH
forward as we grow in our
mission locally and globally.
transition as is possible.
Many of Anne’s
qualifications are listed
below. Anne will share her
heart and vision in a future
Beacon. As of September
1st, Anne will be going
through a ten month
process of exposure to all
aspects of the ministry,
training and development
in running a non-profit, and
gradual transfer of decision
making responsibilities
to allow as seamless a
I encourage you all to take time in this next 10-month
period to thank Jean for her service and sacrifices she
has made for the LLH. At the same time pray for Anne
as she begins to transition, and our staff as they walk
this new season out. God has amazing things ahead
for the LLH and our ability to reach a dark world with
the incredible light of our Lord Jesus!
In His Grip.
Anne’s Qualifications
Vision • Strategic Planning • Communication • Financial Concern
Professionalism • Compassion • Grasp of Culture
Developing Self • Decision Making • Academic Credentials for Position