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"I work in the European o ce, but I deal primarily with the U.K.," Lesley explains. "My law degree has come in handy. It taught me to think analytically. I'm very strategic in my approach. I work closely with the executive team and the board of directors. "After 15 years, I felt a change coming and asked God if it was time to leave KCM. He told me in no uncertain terms not to do that. Then in October 2024, Martin Hawkins, KCM's executive director for Europe told me that he was going to retire in 2025. I wondered what would happen without him because he is a pillar in the ministry. He'd worked for KCM for 28 years and been director for 24 years." The Lord spoke to Lesley and said, I want you to apply for the position. Overwhelmed, Lesley said, "Lord, I can't do that job!" You're absolutely right. You cannot do it— without Me. As Lesley pondered those words, the Lord gave her Habakkuk 3:19: "The LordGOD is my strength [my source of courage, my invincible army]; He has made my feet [steady and sure] like hinds' feet and makes me walk [forward with spiritual confi dence] on my high places [of challenge and responsibility]" (The Amplifi ed Bible). That word steadied her and gave her peace. Still, she didn't mention it to anyone. However, senior sta members in the ministry kept telling Lesley the same thing: "I think you should apply." Finally, she spoke to Martin about applying for the job. He supported her. Lesley passed the fi rst interview and was recommended to move forward. Next, she interviewed with the international director and the board of trustees. Then, she was o ered the job. In April, Lesley fl ew to the United States, KCM's Headquarters, to meet with members of the ministry's leadership team. Then she met with Kenneth Copeland. "Are you ready to take your place?" he asked Lesley. Brother Copeland prayed over Lesley, then set her in place as the new KCM executive director for Europe. "Becoming a Partner with KCM changed my life," Lesley says, looking back over the years. "Today I know that God has called me to live with uncommon faith. He has called me to serve this ministry with uncommon faith. The call on my life is to share the message of faith across Europe through every available voice. "God took all the pieces of my life and put me into my place at KCM. When that happened, who I am fi t perfectly. I found my call. I also found my tribe." B V O V : 1 7 found my tribe." B V O V : 1 7 Become One In a Million. Partner With Us. One Million One Million Partners Partners Strong! Strong! "My responsibility where my Partners are concerned is to pray for them... to support them.... I've committed my life to seek God and receive revelation from God that I can preach and teach to my Partners." B V O V : 1 7 Martin Hawkins passes the baton upon retiring as the executive director of KCM Europe. kcm.org/partnernow