Faith &

Faith & Work

What makes work “meaningful,” and how is a career different from one’s “vocation”?

Suggestions for Use

  • Go through the Bible study during your daily devotion.
  • Read one of the featured stories and journal about how your experience is similar or different.
  • Try out one of the spiritual practices by yourself or with a friend.
  • Invite members of your small group, staff, or board to read an article and summarize it at your next meeting.
  • Include one of these resources in your church's newsletter.

Curated Resources on Faith & Work

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Within this theme we explore the many facets of work that impact our spiritual lives as well as self-understanding. From parenting to working in a dollar store, how we do our work is so much more than checking off a list of tasks.

Resources

#127: Church Leadership Community Engagement: Transforming Ministry Through Sustainable Outreach Models
#126: Gen Z Spiritual Formation: Authentic Campus Ministry Approaches That Work
The Urgency of Grace
Resources & Recommendations
#125: Grace-Centered Ministry: David Zahl on Finding Relief in a Worn-Out World
Becoming a Missionary Disciple
Editor's Picks Reflections
#124: Discerning God's Movement: A Father and Son's Journey in Church Leadership
#123: Holy Week: Slowing Down the Journey
#122: Rediscovering Your Church’s Identity
#121: The Power of Collaborative Youth Ministry: A Model from Boise Churches
#120: Christian Mysticism: Ancient Wisdom for Today's Spiritual Seekers with Dr. Jennifer Wojciechowski
Kneading Dough and Hearing Hearts
Editor's Picks Reflections
#119: Church Planting Apprenticeship: Ancient Wisdom with Rev. Dr. Christian Selvaratnam
Technique Won't "Fix" Church Decline
Reflections Editor's Picks
A Shift in Focus
Stewardship Leaders
#118: The True Meaning of Lent: A Reality Check for Pastors