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 Loren being interviewed by Jim and Kim about how to re-imagine entrepreneurship through the lens of the biblical story. As a coach, Loren helps his clients achieve their personal, professional and investment goals through career advancement and local small business ownership. He also works with business and nonprofit leaders on advancing their most critical organizational objectives, typically related to their people. When he's not helping others overcome their next major work challenge, you’ll find him playing outside in the mountains with his kids, hopefully on a double black diamond ski run somewhere. Links: surgenetwork.com/start-faith-work-rest www.missionaltraining.org/ www.lorenkutsko.com

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 Loren, Jim, and Kim about how to re imagine seemingly mundane work tasks such as email, through the lens of the biblical story. 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 part two of a conversation Jim had with Jordan and Bethany Benesh about how they steward their vocational power. They talk about the journey from wanting to put people in prison to wanting to help people re-enter society from prison, and the beauty of God's restorative justice. Jordan and Bethany Benesh are both accountants for major firms, specializing in areas of bankruptcy and auditing. They also work with Prison Fellowship to assist re-entry of female inmates back into society. Links: surgenetwork.com/start-faith-work-rest missionaltraining.org ivpress.com/spiritual-disciplines-handbook

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 part one of a conversation Jim had with Jordan and Bethany Benesh about their work as accountants. They talk about the dynamics of having two accountants living in the same home and how they reimagine their work in light of the Biblical story. Jordan and Bethany Benesh are both accountants for major firms, specializing in areas of bankruptcy and auditing. They also work with Prison Fellowship to assist re-entry of female inmates back into society. Links: surgenetwork.com/start-faith-work-rest missionaltraining.org ivpress.com/spiritual-disciplines-handbook

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 part of a talk given by Jamin Goggin at a Surge Lunch about how Christ reshapes the way we use power in our vocation. Jamin Goggin is a pastor at Mission Hills Church. Jamin helped start Metamorpha Ministries. He lives in Southern California with his wife Kristin and four children. Jamin believes that part of his pastoral vocation includes writing and speaking. He has written The Way of the Dragon or The Way of the Lamb: Searching for Jesus’ Path of Power in a Church That Has Abandoned It (co-authored with Kyle Strobel) and Beloved Dust: Drawing Close to God by Discovering the Truth About Yourself (co-authored with Kyle Strobel) and he has edited Reading the Christian Spiritual Classics: A Guide for Evangelicals (co-edited with Kyle Strobel). He frequently speaks at churches, retreats an

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 AC Alivisatos and Jim Mullins as they reflect on how the glory of God can be put on display through the work of rideshare. 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 AC Alivisatos and Jim Mullins as they reflect on how the glory of God was put on display at the NBA Summer League. 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 Loren, Jim, and Oye Waddell about entrepreneurship and what it looks like to hustle for the common good. Oye Waddell is the Executive Director of Hustle PHX. Waddell grew up in inner city Los Angeles and has a long track record in urban education and entrepreneurship. He attended the University of Washington on a full athletic scholarship to play football. He later earned a Master of Public Administration from the University of Southern California, and a Master of Education from Arizona State University. He is the founder of Gameplan International and serves as a pastor at New City Church in downtown Phoenix. 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 AC and John Crawford about what it looks like to cut hair for the glory of God. John Crawford is a hair stylist at the Palette Collective in Chandler, AZ. He is also the Pastor of Communities at Redemption Tempe in Tempe, AZ. 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 interview Dr. David Beldman about how he engages Sabbath through restoring old motorcycles. Dr. David Beldman serves as the Assistant Professor of Religion & Theology at Redeemer University College in Hamilton, Ontario. He's the author of multiple books, including The Completion of Judges and Deserting the King: The Book of Judges. If you are interested in career coaching or connecting with the Faith, Work, and Rest Initiative, please visit us at: surgenetwork.com/start-faith-work-rest

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 interview Dr. David Beldman about his work as a professor and discuss several themes in the Old Testament and their implications for faith, work and rest. We talk about jubilee laws, wisdom literature, and the Book of Judges. Dr. David Beldman serves as the Assistant Professor of Religion & Theology at Redeemer University College in Hamilton, Ontario. He's the author of multiple books, including The Completion of Judges and Deserting the King: The Book of Judges. If you are interested in career coaching or connecting with the Faith, Work, and Rest Initiative, please visit us at: surgenetwork.com/start-faith-work-rest

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 talk given by Dr. Luke Bobo about the importance and impact of integrating the Sabbath into our regular schedules. 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: 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 Loren Kutsko, Jim Mullins, and Phil Thomas about stewarding vocational power as a business owner and entrepreneur. Phil Thomas is a franchise owner of the Chik-Fil-A on 16th Street and Camelback Ave in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Jim Mullins, AC Alivizatos, and Amy Sherman about various places across the United States where the people of God are stewarding their vocational power faithfully. Dr. Amy Sherman is a Senior Fellow at the Sagamore Institute of Policy Research, where she directs the Center of Faith and Communities. Dr. Sherman is the author of six books and some 75 published articles for a diverse range of periodicals including Christianity Today, First Things, The Public Interest, and Prism. 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 Jim Mullins and Andy Meyers about how helping people find employment fits into the mission of God's people. Andy Meyers is a pastor and the Phoenix City Director of Flourish Now, a non-profit which provides job fairs and employment workshops through structured and proven programs similar to life and recovery groups. By connecting job seekers with the resources and skills they need to find employment, Flourish Now is helping people realize their God-given potential through work. 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 Jim Mullins and Jessi Gore about the beauty and brokenness of serving children with special needs. Jessi Gore is a teacher who works in a level D setting with a population of special education students that are referred to the school due to physical/verbal aggression. 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 finish listening to a conversation between Jim Mullins and Dr Curt Thompson about how the gospel intersects with neuroscience and psychiatry. Curt Thompson is an author and psychiatrist in private practice in Falls Church, Virginia, and founder of Being Known. Through Being Known, he helps people explore the connection between interpersonal neurobiology and Christian spirituality which lead to genuine change and transformation. 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 begin listening to a conversation between Jim Mullins and Dr Curt Thompson about how the gospel intersects with neuroscience and psychiatry. Curt Thompson is an author and psychiatrist in private practice in Falls Church, Virginia, and founder of Being Known. Through Being Known, he helps people explore the connection between interpersonal neurobiology and Christian spirituality which lead to genuine change and transformation. Links: http://surgenetwork.com/start-faith-work-rest http://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 from a Surge Lunch between Jim Mullins and Dr. David Rylaarsdam about what we would see on a hypothetical magic school bus tour through the different eras of church history. Dr. Rylaarsdam is a church historian and professor from Calvin Theological Seminary. Links: http://surgenetwork.com/start-faith-work-rest http://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 clip from a Surge Lunch where Joshua Ryan Butler spoke about “The Leader and the Pursuing God.” He is the author of The Pursuing God and The Skeletons in God’s Closet. He’s the Pastor of Local and Global Outreach at Imago Dei Community, a church in the heart of Portland, Oregon, where he gets to develop city ministries in areas like foster care, human trafficking and homelessness. He also crafts international partnerships in areas like clean water, HIV-support and church planting. Links: http://surgenetwork.com/start-faith-work-rest http://www.missionaltraining.org/