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 reimagine their occupations for the good of their neighbors and the glory of God. In this episode, we talk with Tom Nelson about his excellent book The Economics of Neighborly Love. Tom serves as the president of Made to Flourish and is the author of Work Matters: Connecting Sunday Worship to Monday Work, Five Smooth Stones: Discovering the Path to Wholeness of Soul, Ekklesia: Rediscovering God’s Design for the Church, and The Economics of Neighborly Love: Investing in Your Community’s Compassion and Capacity. Tom is a regular speaker and facilitator on faith, work, and economics. Links referenced in the podcast: Made to Flourish: www.madetoflourish.org Economics of Neighborly Love: https://www.ivpress.com/the-economics-of-neighborly-love Download the Vocation Plan Canvas: www.faithworkrest.mykajabi.com/ Hearts and Mind's Bookstore: www.heartsandmindsbooks.com/ Music from Warren Christian

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. Dr. Luke Bobo serves as a director for Made to Flourish, which is a pastors network for the common good. He brings leadership to creating and curating resources for Made to Flourish Pastors. Dr. Bobo brings a rich blend of experience, having worked in the marketplace as an engineer for 15 years before pursuing an M.Div and PhD. He eventually served as the executive director of the Francis Schaeffer Institute at Covenant Seminary. He is the author of multiple books, including Discipleship with Monday in Mind and Living Salty and Light-Filled Lives in the Workplace. Links referenced in the podcast: Download the Vocation Plan Canvas: www.faithworkrest.mykajabi.com/ Hearts and Mind's Bookstore: www.heartsandmindsbooks.com/ Music from Warren Christian: music.apple.com/us/artist/warren-…istian/1408706453

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, Teena Dare interviews Jim Mullins about the new book he co-authored with Michael Goheen called The Symphony of Mission. This is the third part in the series and focuses on the themes of Chapter 5 which talks about how we display the love of Christ by washing the feet of the world. Bio: Jim Mullins is the Pastor of Vocational Formation for Redemption Church (Tempe, AZ, helps lead the Surge Network, and is a co-founder of the Faith, Work, and Rest Initiative.. He has worked as a pastor, entrepreneur, nonprofit leader, and basketball scout in Turkey. He’s the co-founder of several organizations, including the International Guild of Visual Peacemakers, Uzbek Entrepreneurship Initiative, and Peace Catalyst International. Jim and his family spend time watching basketball, cooking Middle Eastern food, and be

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, Teena Dare interviews Jim Mullins about the new book he co-authored with Michael Goheen called The Symphony of Mission. This is the second part in the series and focuses on the themes of Chapter 4 which talks about how we display the glory of God through the work of our hands. They discuss how our work reflects God's character, displays the brilliance of his creation, is a means of provision, and provides a preview of the Kingdom. They also talk about how to make sense of the brokenness we experience in our work. Bio: Jim Mullins is the Pastor of Vocational Formation for Redemption Church (Tempe, AZ, helps lead the Surge Network, and is a co-founder of the Faith, Work, and Rest Initiative.. He has worked as a pastor, entrepreneur, nonprofit leader, and basketball scout in Turkey. He’s the co-founde

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, Loren Kutsko interviews Michael Rhodes about his book Practicing the Kings Economy. Practicing the King's Economy cuts through much confusion about economic discipleship and invites Christians to take their place within the biblical story of the "King Jesus Economy." Through eye-opening true stories of economic discipleship in action, and with a solid exploration of six key biblical themes, the authors offer practical ways for God's people to earn, invest, spend, compensate, save, share, and give in ways that embody God's love and provision for the world. Michael Rhodes is the director of community development and an instructor at the Memphis Center for Urban Theological Studies, where he heads up efforts to equip urban pastors and community development practitioners with theologically informed too

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, Loren Kutsko interviews Robby Holt about his book Practicing the Kings Economy. Practicing the King's Economy cuts through much confusion about economic discipleship and invites Christians to take their place within the biblical story of the "King Jesus Economy." Through eye-opening true stories of economic discipleship in action, and with a solid exploration of six key biblical themes, the authors offer practical ways for God's people to earn, invest, spend, compensate, save, share, and give in ways that embody God's love and provision for the world. Robby Holt is the senior pastor at North Shore Fellowship in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and teacher and theological dean for the Chattanooga Institute for Faith and Work. He teaches theology of work and New Testament courses for the Chattanooga Fellows I

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, Jim Mullins interviews Kimberly Deckel about the Anglican discernment process and the wisdom it contains for people from all industries and stages of life. They imagine what it would be like if every industry had a robust process to help followers of Christ enter their industry with a sense that they are prepared and ready to engage in their sacred work. Kimberly Deckel serves as the pastor of mission at All Souls, an Anglican Church Plant in Phoenix, Arizona. Kimberly’s role with All Souls focuses on forming and guiding the mission of All Souls and equipping congregants to be on mission for God in all of life. Kimberly is on the leadership team for the Surge Network, City Network Leader for Made to Flourish, and key part of our Faith, Work, and Rest team. Links referenced in the podcast: Download

Welcome to Surge’s Faith, Work, and Rest podcast. Our goal is to help God’s people discern their callings, re-imagine the mundane aspects of work, and cultivate healthy rhythms of rest. In this interview, Jim Mullins and Josh Butler interview Dr. A.J. Swoboda about his stellar book Subversive Sabbath: The Surprising Power of Rest in a Nonstop World. This book won the Christianity Today 2019 Book Award Winner (Spiritual Formation) and Award of Merit for CT's Beautiful Orthodoxy Book of the Year. Book Summary: We live in a 24/7 culture of endless productivity, workaholism, distraction, burnout, and anxiety--a way of life to which we've sadly grown accustomed. This tired system of "life" ultimately destroys our souls, our bodies, our relationships, our society, and the rest of God's creation. The whole world grows exhausted because humanity has forgotten to enter into God's rest. This book pioneers a creative path to an alternative way of existing. Combining creative storytelling, pastoral sensitivity, prac

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 interview, Jim Mullins talks with Brian Berger about the incredible sport of baseball, coaching youth sports, navigating career transitions, and why he would have liked to coach Fidel Castro. Please share this episode with baseball fans, parents with kids in youth sports, and anyone who wants to see an excellent example of how to reimagine any aspect of life through the lens of the Biblical Story. Brian Berger is husband, father, pastor, baseball coach, and follower of Christ whose insightful diagrams and stories help others see God and his world. Key Quote: "The most determinative moral formation most people have in our society is when they learn to play baseball, basketball, quilt, cook or learn to lay bricks." - Stanley Hauerwas Links referenced in the podcast: Download the Vocation Plan Canvas: www.fai

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, Jim Mullins and Teena Dare interview Sarah Zylstra from the Gospel Coalition about how journalism uniquely reflects God, what we can learn from journalists, and what the future of journalism may bring. Sarah Eekhoff Zylstra is senior writer for The Gospel Coalition. She earned her master’s degree in journalism from Northwestern University. Links referenced in the podcast: Download the Vocation Plan Canvas: http://faithworkrest.mykajabi.com/ Frank Reich Article: www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/seminary-president-nfl-head-coach-indianapolis-colts-frank-reich/ Teena Dare's article for The Gospel Coalition: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/is-my-job-the-problem-or-am-i-just-discontent/ Hearts and Mind's Bookstore: www.heartsandmindsbooks.com/ Matt Rusten's Article: www.thegospelcoal

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/