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Faith and Work Life (FWL) is
committed to researching,
writing and
disseminating information about "best practices" of churches that are
addressing the issue of faith and work integration. Information will be
available here about effective church-based "work life" ministry
programs. FWL also collaborates with others who are also addressing
this topic. We desire to be a resource to churches, pastors and lay
leaders.
FWL also provides speakers for various church activities which address
the integration of faith and work. Speakers are individuals who are
actively engaged with this subject matter, and are gifted teachers who
desire to share their practical experiences at integrating their faith
and their work. They discuss the application of biblical principles to
workplace issues and how to apply scriptures to ones work life.
Speakers are available for men's or women's ministry meetings or
retreats, guest speakers at church functions, adult bible study
classes, college groups, small groups or to present a special "Faith
and Work" seminar or workshop at your church. Submit requests to
Stephen Christensen, Stephen@faithandworklife.org
Testimonials
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Hi Steve,
I just wanted to write a quick note of thanks for coming to the IPC
men's breakfast and sharing. Your words were very helpful. You did a
wonderful job and we need
to have you come back to share more! The men need to hear your message
that our 9-5 days are a huge mission field.
Blessings to you and your family.
Tim
Avazian,
Associate Pastor, Irvine Presbyterian
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Gary and the Faith and Work Life Speakers Bureau:
I would like to thank you for the wonderful job you did speaking at the
March Men’s Breakfast at Trinity Presbyterian Church. You
inspired the men of Trinity by giving us practical steps on how to
engage Biblical principles in the workplace, no matter what position we
hold and no matter what industry we are in. Bringing Christ into
our workplace is an important and sometimes challenging part of our
walks and you helped us by providing concrete ideas and examples from
your own experience. The men particularly appreciated the way in
which you made scripture real by relating it to specific examples in
your work life.
Gary, most of all, I appreciate your love of the Lord and willingness
to serve Him. On a personal level, it was a joy to have a chance
to work with you as a speaker. Your passion is contagious.
I would be pleased to serve as a reference for future
engagements. Thank you for your heart and for your willingness to
advance God’s purpose.
Sincerely,
Craig Furniss
Trinity Presbyterian Church
Elder, Adult Ministries
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Stephen,
Ever since you taught that seminar at Olive Branch Church, I have taken
bits and pieces of your material and have been sharing your
message about Faith in the Workplace each semester with my business
students at Concordia University. Your material is resonars here would
do stuff like that. It was greatly appreciated and needed in a
program typically so driven by money and power. Thanks!" Steting
with
the
students. Here is what one of my students
had to say about your material, "thank you for sharing your view on
faith in the work place. I wish more professophen--You
have
been an
encouragement
to me and have convicted me to instill the
sense of urgency in my students regarding practicing our Faith in the
workplace. Keep up the great work, it is needed and the message
is
being heard!
Your brother in
Christ! Paul Millard
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I
can't tell you enough how much I have been enjoying attending your
month events. They are insightful, educational, and inspirational.
God Bless,
Bettina Rogers
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Faith
and Work Life ministries at
churches
If your church is considering a work life ministry, you might find it
helpful to visit the web sites of other churches that have faith and
work ministry programs.
What is a Work Life Ministry?
A Work Life Ministry is an intentional focus at a church on helping men
and women in all spheres of work to understand and experience their
work life as a holy calling from God.
It is a discipleship and spiritual growth ministry that equips people
to know and experience their work from God's perspective. The goal is
to prepare Christians in the workplace to become intentional and
deliberate about integrating their faith and their work, about bringing
the love of Christ into work lives. This ministry provides biblical
insights to work-related situations, topics and issues. It desires to
foster a biblical worldview in the workplace. It prepares church
members to experience the presence of the living God while they work,
to work as God's ambassador with excellence (Colossians 3:23) and to be
a "salt" and "light" in the workplace. The bottom line is to work in
such a way that God is glorified and His kingdom can be expanded. As
Christians work differently, evangelism opportunities will develop.
Associates at work become a primary source of building meaningful
relationships that can lead to salvation. The ministry focuses on
equipping every believer to be a minister where they work.
Becoming
a
Workplace
Friendly
Church
Launching
a
Work
Life
Ministry in your Church
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a
speaker
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