" 'The Son of man came not to be served but to serve' (Mt. 20:28), says the Lord. Those brothers who are placed in authority over the others are to glory in their office as much as if they were appointed to wash the feet of the brothers; and if they are more disturbed when their office is taken from them than they would be if the service of washing feet were taken from them, then to that extent have they amassed treasures for them- selves to the peril of their souls." --St. Francis, Admonition 4This is an excellent way to test the motive behind our desire to be a leader to see whether or not we will lead as servants--whether it be in a job in the workplace/community or the job of being a mother or a father.
