In redemptive entrepreneurship, business is driven by care and the desire to create positive social change. Staying true to your values is key. Redemptive entrepreneurs have a strong sense of purpose and aim to make a difference. However, it’s easy to lose sight of these values amid the pressures of running a business. Your values […]
AXIS
As I have been reflecting on the past year of my time here at Grove City, I have recognized a theme in learning about how to engage with the culture. It can be so difficult for many families to have conversations about cultural issues and we can often take very rigid views on topics without […]
Holstrength
Holstrength is a Christian company focused on incorporating faith into fitness. The founders wanted to center their brand around loving the Lord and working out with the understanding that confidence and strength are only found in a relationship with the Lord. They even named their company after the two […]
Tim Tebow Foundation
One celebrity who has never been one to shy away from talking about and living out his faith is Tim Tebow. The former Florida Gators QB, who was famous for writing Scripture references into his eye-black as a pre-game ritual, went on to display his talent in the NFL as well. But after a short-lived […]
Nurturing Entrepreneurial Thinking in the Church
Embracing Innovation in Ministry The church is often plagued by insistent and unhelpful traditions. While tradition is a tool and can provide thoughtful and provoking meaning to worship it can also be a stumbling block. As we, like Paul in Athens, attempt to meet the culture at its touchpoints, it’s important that tradition doesn’t make […]
Elevated Faith
Elevated Faith, a Christian clothing and jewelry brand that has flourished over the past seven years. Elevated Faith’s mission is to share purpose, hope, and love to a lost world. Founded by Josh Gander, he tells us about how he was lost in the world, but through faith he became new and so did his […]
The Redemptive Entrepreneurship of Ben & Jerry’s
Conscientious Ice Cream Few brands are as loved as Ben & Jerry’s. Beyond their delicious flavors and fun names, Ben & Jerry’s is known for its commitment to change. Whether it’s social justice or sustainability Ben & Jerry’s strives for transformation in all sorts of communities. Humble Beginnings Ben & Jerry’s didn’t start as the […]
Chick-Fil-A & Hobby Lobby
Chick-Fil-A & Hobby Lobby Since I am going into business after college, I always thought it was interesting to hear how people bring their faith into the workplace. A lot of companies have core values that corelate to Christianity but not all are Christian. However, it is very neat to hear how Christian companies do […]
Caring for the forgotten
In class today, while thinking about some possible sponsors or support for our nonprofit organization, Professor Sweet told me about Wesley Family Services. This inspired me to look further into them and what I found has truly inspired me, and I will definitely be taking notes from them from here and now on. The Wesley […]
Artistry as Ministry
I had purchased products as gifts from Smallwoods long before I knew it was a Christian company. I purchased home-goods from them merely because I was impressed by the quality of their products. Smallwoods is a company that creates custom frames, wood signs, and unique photo cutouts. They are passionate about creating beautiful, inspiring signage […]