At Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, we are seeking to discover in fresh ways how the gospel of Jesus Christ calls us to live as a multiethnic body of Christ. As an outgrowth of gospel faithfulness, we desire to integrate faith with the world of work, economics and justice in a way that recognizes the individual […]
Resource: Everyday Works Curriculum
Note: This article is the latest in a series highlighting resources for classrooms and churches. “What does my job have to do with poverty?” That’s an easy question for many non-profit workers and missionaries, and some pastors. However, we might forgive almost everyone else if they struggle to see a connection between their daily work […]
Spotlight: Grand Rapids Theological Seminary
At Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, we are nearing completion of two multi-year projects related to the work of the Oikonomia Network. These two projects have focused on helping students and local pastors develop a biblical theology of work and to pursue faithful approaches economics and poverty. Local Pastors and Churches First, for local pastors and […]
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San Diego Pastors Day on Work and Vocation Scott Rae, professor of Christian ethics, Biola University Helen Mitchell, director of our Talbot Center for Faith, Work and Economics, and I recently spent a day with about 30 San Diego area pastors discussing work and vocation. This gathering was sponsored by Thrivent Financial, a local financial services […]
SEMINARY SPOTLIGHT
Grand Rapids Theological Seminary Darrell Yoder, program director At Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, we are working hard to lead students, pastors and ministry leaders to thoughtfully reflect on the integration of faith, work and economics. Our goal is to encourage ministry that leads to flourishing churches and communities in a way that centers on Jesus […]
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Everyday Works: Pursuing a Discipleship That Matters Darrell Yoder, adjunct professor, Grand Rapids Theological Seminary At Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, we are engaging local pastors in the integration of faith, work, and economics in a new and robust way. The Everyday Works Project has three prongs that will be executed over the next two years: […]
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The Oikonomia Network at Assemblies of God Theological Seminary Johan Mostert, professor of Community Psychology Charlie Self, professor of Church History Two years of research and testing with hundreds of leaders and field participants is now coming to fruition with the debut of the Discipleship Dynamics™ Assessment. This web-based, whole-life discipleship assessment resource was developed through […]
Seminary Spotlight
Grand Rapids Theological Seminary By Darrell Yoder, Adjunct Professor At Grand Rapids Theological Seminary (GRTS), we seek to contribute to the mission of the Oikonomia Network within our spheres of influence. Since 2008, we have used a variety of venues to explore the integration of faith, work, and economics (FWE) with students, faculty, pastors, and congregants. […]