Faith, Work & Rest Initiative Podcast

Welcome to Surge’s Faith, Work, and Rest podcast. Our goal is to help God’s people discern their vocations and re-imagine their occupations for the good of their neighbors and the glory of God. In this episode, we listen to Jim Mullins talk with Jack DeBartolo about how humans are formed by the built environment, the importance of honest materials, and why “place” matters to God. Jack has a deep well of wisdom that accompanies his excellent design. People from all kinds of occupations will benefit greatly from Jack’s intentional and integrated approach to his work. Jack DeBartolo AIA is principal and design leader of Debartolo Architects, graduated from The University of Arizona College of Architecture and Massachusetts Institute of Technology. In 1996, DeBartolo joined his father, forming the studio of Debartolo Architects, where for 12 years they collaborated in making significant architecture in the academic, religious and residential markets. Dedicated to architectural excellence, the studio has gained

Welcome to Surge’s Faith, Work, and Rest podcast. Our goal is to help God’s people discern their vocations and re-imagine their occupations for the good of their neighbors and the glory of God. In this episode, we listen to Jim talk with Sara Joy Proppe about she empowers churches to connect their mission and their story to their physical place in the neighborhood. Sara Joy Proppe (‘Pro-pay’) has a passion for cities, stories, and the Church. She loves to imagine how churches can be active and faithful participants in city planning and development in order to bring hope and redemption to the setting of our stories. In 2014, she began Proximity Project as an avenue to integrate her faith and her work. She desires to equip churches to be strategic stewards of their properties for the common good within the contexts of their neighborhoods. Through the avenues of placemaking and real estate development, she empowers churches to connect their mission and their story to their physical place in the neighborhood in

Welcome to Surge’s Faith, Work, and Rest podcast. Our goal is to help God’s people discern their vocations and re-imagine their occupations for the good of their neighbors and the glory of God. In this episode, we listen to the second half of Jim's interview with thought leader Andy Crouch about how to faithfully engage technology from a biblical worldview. Andy Crouch is a partner for theology and culture at Praxis, an organization that works as a creative engine for redemptive entrepreneurship. His two most recent books—2017's The Tech-Wise Family: Everyday Steps for Putting Technology in Its Proper Place and 2016's Strong and Weak: Embracing a Life of Love, Risk and True Flourishing—build on the compelling vision of faith, culture, and the image of God laid out in his previous books Playing God: Redeeming the Gift of Power and Culture Making: Recovering Our Creative Calling. Links: surgenetwork.com/start-faith-work-rest www.missionaltraining.org/ andy-crouch.com/ Hearts and Mind's Bookstore: www.hearts

Welcome to Surge’s Faith, Work, and Rest podcast. Our goal is to help God’s people discern their vocations and re-imagine their occupations for the good of their neighbors and the glory of God. In this episode, we listen to the first half of Jim's interview with Andy Crouch about his book Tech-wise Family. Making conscientious choices about technology is more than just using internet filters and determining screen time limits. It's about developing wisdom, character, and courage in the way we use digital media rather than accepting technology's promises of ease, instant gratification, and the world's knowledge at our fingertips. Andy Crouch is a partner for theology and culture at Praxis, an organization that works as a creative engine for redemptive entrepreneurship. His two most recent books—The Tech-Wise Family: Everyday Steps for Putting Technology in Its Proper Place and Strong and Weak: Embracing a Life of Love, Risk and True Flourishing—build on the compelling vision of faith, culture, and the ima

Welcome to Surge’s Faith, Work, and Rest podcast. Our goal is to help God’s people discern their vocations and re-imagine their occupations for the good of their neighbors and the glory of God. In this episode, we listen to a podcast episode from our friends at the Denver Institute for Faith and Work interview Jeff Haanen about a nuanced, Biblical, view of retirement. Jeff Haanen is the Founder of Denver Institute for Faith & Work and the 5280 Fellowship. He contributes to various magazines and publications, including Christianity Today. He has previously served as a school administrator, a pastor and missionary. He holds a B.A. in International Economics and Spanish from Valparaiso University and a Master of Divinity from Denver Seminary. Jeff attends Littleton Christian Church with his wife and four daughters. Jeff has written for The Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission, The Gospel Coalition, and Christianity Today. We encourage you to buy Jeff Haanan's wonderful book An Uncommon Guide to Retirement:

Welcome to Surge’s Faith, Work, and Rest podcast. Our goal is to help God’s people discern their vocations and re-imagine their occupations for the good of their neighbors and the glory of God. In this episode, we listen to Jim ask four beneficial questions that can be helpful in discerning what God has called you to do. Links: surgenetwork.com/start-faith-work-rest www.missionaltraining.org/ Show more

Welcome to Surge’s Faith, Work, and Rest podcast. Our goal is to help God’s people discern their vocations and re-imagine their occupations for the good of their neighbors and the glory of God. In this episode, we listen to Loren, Kim, and Jim talk about 3 different assessments that can be helpful to discern your calling. Links: surgenetwork.com/start-faith-work-rest www.missionaltraining.org/

Welcome to Surge’s Faith, Work, and Rest podcast. Our goal is to help God’s people discern their vocations and re-imagine their occupations for the good of their neighbors and the glory of God. In this episode, we listen to Jim have a conversation with Gustavo Santos and some friends from Regent College have a conversation about how faith and work intersect for the working class. Gustavo Santos left his management consulting job in São Paulo, Brazil, to study Marketplace Theology at Regent College. He know works for Regent College by helping them launch a new masters degree program in "Leadership, Theology, and Society" His academic journey is transforming the way he thinks about theology, the workplace, and how he can serve the Brazilian church. This podcast was recorded in partnership with Regent College. Links: www.surgenetwork.com/start-faith-work-rest www.missionaltraining.org/ www.regent-college.edu/

Welcome to Surge’s Faith, Work, and Rest podcast. Our goal is to help God’s people discern their vocations and re-imagine their occupations for the good of their neighbors and the glory of God. In this episode, we listen to Jim ask Steve Garber to expound on five sentences from his book Visions of Vocation. Dr. Steven Garber, Professor of Marketplace Theology and Leadership at Regent College, is Director of Regent’s newest graduate program, the Master of Arts in Leadership, Theology, and Society. Dr. Garber’s conviction that faith must be held together with every part of life has led him to engage deeply in a variety of contexts. He is an advisor and consultant for a diverse range of businesses, foundations, and educational institutions including Demdaco Corporation, Mars Corporation, Murdock Trust, Blood:Water Mission, and Telos Group. His long commitment to the conviction that culture is upstream from politics led him to contribute to the book Get Up Off Your Knees: Preaching the U2 Catalog and inspired

Welcome to Surge’s Faith, Work, and Rest podcast. Our goal is to help God’s people discern their vocations and re-imagine their occupations for the good of their neighbors and the glory of God. In this episode, we listen to Loren, Kim, and Jim talk about what wisdom for vocation we can learn from those who have struggled through various disabilities. Links: surgenetwork.com/start-faith-work-rest www.missionaltraining.org/

Welcome to Surge’s Faith, Work, and Rest podcast. Our goal is to help God’s people discern their vocations and re-imagine their occupations for the good of their neighbors and the glory of God. In this episode, we listen to a conversation between Jordan Williams and Jim Mullins about what healthy self reflection can look like when combined with intentionality, repentance, and gratitude. Jordan Williams is a licensed clinical therapist based in Phoenix Arizona, working primarily with youth at high risk for mood and behavioral disorders, school dropout, and substance use. She has a Masters in Counseling from Arizona State University, a passion for storytelling, and a penchant for head wraps. Links: surgenetwork.com/start-faith-work-rest missionaltraining.org/ 5 Questions of Self Reflection: 1. What matters to me right now? 2. What purpose is that serving? 3. Am I OK with that? 4. What am I saying 'No' to? 5. How do I matter other people right now?

Welcome to Surge’s Faith, Work, and Rest podcast. Our goal is to help God’s people discern their vocations and re-imagine their occupations for the good of their neighbors and the glory of God. In this episode, we listen to a conversation between Lisa Slayton and Jim Mullins about what it looks like to become a healthy leader in the workplace and the church. Lisa Slayton is the CEO of Pittsburgh Leadership Foundation. Lisa has designed and launched the Leaders Collaborative and delivered organizational development consulting, training and coaching services to organizations such as Bombardier TTS, NetHealth, CTR Systems, Akina, Prominent, ABC Anesthesia, Light of Life and WabTec as well as a number of local congregations. Previous business experience includes Marketing Director for PG Training and Consulting, Business Analyst and Information Systems manager for Kaufmanns Department Store, Account Manager and Executive for Byer California, Buyer and merchant for Charming Shoppes and the Denver Dry Goods. Add

Welcome to Surge’s Faith, Work, and Rest podcast. Our goal is to help God’s people discern their vocations and re-imagine their occupations for the good of their neighbors and the glory of God. In this episode, we listen to a conversation between Gabe Cooper and Jim Mullins about what is technology's role in society and how software can be used for the flourishing of God's world. Gabe Cooper is the Founder and CEO of Virtuous Software, a SaaS CRM and Marketing platform helping charities increase their impact. He is also the founder of Brushfire Interactive and co-founder of Shotzoom Software. Gabe has a true passion for creating market-defining software and helping charities re-imagine generosity. After serving in a leadership role at a large nonprofit in the early 2000's, Gabe went on to help build a series of successful products in the nonprofit and for-profit sectors. Links: www.virtuouscrm.com www. surgenetwork.com/start-faith-work-rest www. missionaltraining.org About "bliss points" in the food ind

Welcome to Surge’s Faith, Work, and Rest podcast. Our goal is to help God’s people discern their vocations and re-imagine their occupations for the good of their neighbors and the glory of God. In this episode, we listen to Loren, Kim, and Jim share nuggets of vocational wisdom from three important figures from African American history. Links: surgenetwork.com/start-faith-work-rest www.missionaltraining.org/

Welcome to Surge’s Faith, Work, and Rest podcast. Our goal is to help God’s people discern their vocations and re-imagine their occupations for the good of their neighbors and the glory of God. In this episode, we listen to a conversation between Teena Dare and Jim Mullins about what it looks like to discern your calling, and how to live out your calling while balancing multiple roles. They also talk about the hospitality industry and how quality ingredients display the brilliance of God's generosity. Links: surgenetwork.com/start-faith-work-rest www.missionaltraining.org/

Welcome to Surge’s Faith, Work, and Rest podcast. Our goal is to help God’s people discern their vocations and reimagine their occupations for the good of their neighbors and the glory of God. In this episode, we listen to a conversation between Jeff Haanen and Jim Mullins about what it looks like to include the working class in the faith and work dialogue. Jeff Haanen is the Founder of Denver Institute for Faith & Work and the 5280 Fellowship. He contributes to various magazines and publications, including Christianity Today. He has previously served as a school administrator, a pastor and missionary. He holds a B.A. in International Economics and Spanish from Valparaiso University and a Master of Divinity from Denver Seminary. Jeff attends Littleton Christian Church with his wife and four daughters. Jeff has written for The Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission, The Gospel Coalition, and Christianity Today. Links: surgenetwork.com/start-faith-work-rest www.missionaltraining.org/ https://denverinstitute.

Welcome to Surge’s Faith, Work, and Rest podcast. Our goal is to help ordinary people discern their vocations and reimagine their occupations for the good of their neighbors and the glory of God. In this episode we listen to a conversation between Juan Pena and Jim as they discuss what the faith and work conversation looks like for the working class, abolishing poverty, and transformational vocational discipleship. Juan received his mechanical engineering degree from the University of Massachusetts and his Master of Divinity from Baptist Bible Seminary in Clarks Summit, P.A. While attending seminary, Juan worked as an engineer and planted a multiethnic, socioeconomically diverse church in the Poconos. In 2008, he moved to Denver to be a part of the elder team at Providence Bible Church. He is now the Chief Program Officer of CrossPurpose and a pastor for Providence Bible Church. He is passionate about helping Denver's families escape poverty and pursue their dreams through a year-long career and community d

The Faith, Work, and Rest crew cap off the year with a discussion of some of their favorite clips from this season's interviews, including those from Katelyn Beaty, Dr. Curtis Thompson, and Lorie Kinman. Links: surgenetwork.com/start-faith-work-rest www.missionaltraining.org/

Welcome to Surge’s Faith, Work, and Rest podcast. Our goal is to help ordinary people discern their vocations and reimagine their occupations for the good of their neighbors and the glory of God. In this episode we listen to a conversation between Geoff Hsu and Jim as they discuss a wide range of topics including faith and work, employment, missiology, and more. Dr. Geoff Hsu is Executive Director of Flourish San Diego. Geoff aims to lead others to be apprentices of Jesus who help people and churches become who they were created to be so they may join God to help our city and world flourish. He believes that the dynamic, life-giving message of Jesus has been obscured from people who seek to find meaning and purpose in Him, and works to help recover that message and faithfully communicate it to people today. Links: surgenetwork.com/start-faith-work-rest www.missionaltraining.org/

Welcome to Surge’s Faith, Work, and Rest podcast. Our goal is to help ordinary people discern their vocations and reimagine their occupations for the good of their neighbors and the glory of God. In this episode we listen to a conversation between Michael Goheen, Josh Butler, and Jim about the cultural idol of consumerism and how it impacts Christian living today. Michael Goheen is Director of Theological Education (MTC) and Scholar-in-Residence (Surge Network). He divides his time between Vancouver, B.C. and Tempe, AZ. He’s the author of several books including The Drama of Scripture, Living at the Crossroads, and A Light to the Nations. He has been married to Marnie for 36 years. He has four adult married children and nine grandchildren. Links: surgenetwork.com/start-faith-work-rest www.missionaltraining.org/