The challenges of leadership often include loneliness, isolation, and self-doubt. We find comfort in the realization that God knows our thoughts, desires, dreams, and capabilities and in His promises to bless us with abundant life. Sometimes, however, God seems to be quiet. Could it be we’re not ready for those blessings? Jory and Jacqueline will discuss how prayer effects change without our needing to ask for the same thing over and over again.

Jacqueline Thorne, also known as Lady J Thorne, is a Project Manager for Federal Grants, a Speaker, a Best-Selling Author, and a renowned Trailblazer. Ms. Thorne has procured and led award-winning, multi-million dollar infrastructure and transportation projects for New York City, the U.S. Department of Transportation, and the Maryland Department of Transportation. She was also a Director for an information sciences company and a Mid-Atlantic Supervisor for a media ratings company. As of result of her business leadership and accomplishments, Jacqueline is a thought-leader and authority in business development, transportation, and personal development. A published author of Purpose, not Perfect & co-author of Journey ToGreatness anthology, she is making a vital impact with her messages of encouragement, guidance, and sisterhood.

Her numerous awards include: 2016 Maryland Department of Transportation-Employee of the Year; 2018 MDQI Project Manager of the Year; 2019 ACHI Magazine TrailBlazer of the Year-DMV; and 2019 Amazon Best Selling Author in 4 countries.