Mosaic Community Development Center

During my first summer in Grove City, I had an internship through the then Project on Rural Ministry, now the Center for Rural Ministry. I was sent to serve under Pastor Nate Kiesel in Jeanette, PA, at Mosaic Community Church, a PCA mission church. This church is unique in the PCA in that it is…

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Blessing Board

Last week, rich Garland from the Blessing Board spoke to our class.  He told his story of how he got to where he is today.  He was a political science and philosophy.  However, he ended up in insurance because that was where he could find a job.  Mr. Garland started a bulletin board in his…

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Gospel Contextualization in South Asia

  Contextualization of the gospel is massively important in effective disciple-making. At the heart of contextualizing the gospel is the understanding that Christianity in America is not the only form of Christianity. Recently in a class I am taking on Byzantium and Islam, we learned that Christianity was the largest confessional community in Iraq of…

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Early Church Contextualization

I’ve really been thinking about contextualization. For another class, I recently read Patient Ferment of the Early Church by Alan Kreider. The book seeks to answer the question: How did the early church grow? Kreider does not use the words of entrepreneurship, but I think he may have some insight that can relate to the…

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Patagonia and Redemptive Entrepreneurship

When it comes to businesses that put an emphasis on redemptive entrepreneurship, Patagonia is one that has a purpose driven mission and aims to make a profit from it. Patagonia is a company that creates quality outdoor clothing and gear for a wide variety of sports and activities, including snow, surfing, fishing, hiking, and more.…

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Christian in the Workplace

Living out your Christian faith in a non-Christian workplace can feel a bit tricky, but it doesn’t have to be complicated. It’s less about preaching and more about how you live and interact with others. One of the best ways to show your faith is through kindness—whether it’s being patient with a coworker, offering a…

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Pittsburgh Project

The Pittsburgh Project is a unique initiative that blends business and Christian mission by providing community service through a Christian lens. It offers opportunities for volunteers, particularly young adults, to engage in hands-on work that meets practical needs in Pittsburgh, such as home repairs and maintenance for low-income families. The project not only aims to…

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The Pittsburgh Project

The Pittsburgh Project is a unique initiative that blends business and Christian mission by providing community service through a Christian lens. It offers opportunities for volunteers, particularly young adults, to engage in hands-on work that meets practical needs in Pittsburgh, such as home repairs and maintenance for low-income families. The project not only aims to…

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Hobby Lobby: A Business Built on Faith and Family

When you walk into a Hobby Lobby store, you’ll find everything from craft supplies to home décor, but the story behind this company is just as inspiring as the creative projects it helps bring to life. Hobby Lobby started as a small family business in 1972, founded by David and Barbara Green. What began as…

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eduKenya and Redemptive Entrepreneurship

eduKenya is an organization that helps to break the cycle of poverty through education.  It is a Christ-centered business that wants to evoke change that will impact generations to come.  They work specifically in Nairobi, Kenya where they serve 600,000 people.  Their vision is to help these families live a full life in-Christ through education. …

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