Work and Go gives you inspiration and practical guidance on how Jesus' message can shape your work and your workplace.
Join us as we explore the diverse workplaces of today and discover how our skills combined with biblical principles, can make a positive impact in the world. With guests from various industries and backgrounds, we'll delve into real-world examples and offer actionable tips for making a difference in your workplace.
Tune in to Work+Go and be equipped to be a light in the world of work.
Working with a gospel heart in Japan: YenTer's journey.
YenTer, a workplace ministry member with OMF in Japan, discusses his journey from Singapore to Japan.
He explains his belief in 'integral missions', the importance of combining professional work with missional intention. YenTer details his background, his initial exposure to Japan during a high school mission trip, and the prompting that led him to learn Japanese and eventually move there. He emphasises the importance of having a sending church for spiritual support and recounts how his multinational workplace provides unique opportunities for ministry. He also offers advice for others considering integrating their faith with their work, emphasising awareness, the value of experience, and the importance of structured support from mission organisations like OMF.
00:00 Introduction to YenTer's Journey00:36 YenTer's Background and Career01:05 Discovering Integral Mission02:50 First Encounter with Japan05:43 The Decision to Move to Japan09:38 Support from Church and Family14:44 Life and Work in Japan21:24 Involvement with OMF28:20 Advice for Aspiring Marketplace Missionaries35:43 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
18 Jun 2024
Developing Intercultural Intelligence - Shireen Chua at Work+Go Manchester 2023
Shireen Chua is the Director of Third Culture Solutions, (https://www.thirdculture.co.nz/shireen/) which seeks to equip individuals and organisations to thrive in an interculturally complex and global world.
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22 May 2024
Rethinking how we take the gospel overseas - Andrew Scott at Work+Go Manchester 2023
Andrew Scott, president of OM USA, shares his insights on reimagining global mission and understanding our role as image bearers. From traditional missionary approaches to the surprising role of Filipino maids in spreading the gospel, discover a new perspective on fulfilling God's mission. Andrew delves into the significance of Genesis 1 in shaping our understanding and brings fresh perspectives on living out God's purpose and representing him on earth in this thought-provoking message.
00:00 Introduction to Traditional Missions: Exploring Andrew's experience with developing a strategic plan for traditional missionaries at OM USA.
14:23 Reimagining Missionary Work through fulltime employment.
29:45 Identity and Purpose as Image Bearers: Deep dive into the significance of Genesis 1 and understanding our unique place as image bearers of God.
45:10 Living Out God's Purpose: Discovering the mandate of representing God on earth and finding our role in fulfilling his mission.
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15 Mar 2024
Can Sales be Ministry? - Daniel Ghinn at Work+Go Manchester 2023
Daniel shares insightful stories and perspectives on faith and work in this episode. He discusses the importance of viewing work as a ministry opportunity and highlights how the Holy Spirit can enhance creativity and guide decision-making. Daniel also emphasises the impact of love and ministry in sales, encouraging listeners to lead with love in all aspects of their professional lives. Don't miss out on Daniel's wisdom on aligning work with God's purpose and experiencing the transformative power of faith in action.
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5 Feb 2024
"Work as an spiritual act of worship" Sarah Hunter at Work+Go Manchester 2023
Sarah Hunter shares her experience of integrating faith
within the corporate world during her time at GlaxoSmithKline. Sarah's remarkable transition from a chemical engineering student to a strategic force for cultural change in a global enterprise brings to life the notion that our professions can be more than just jobs—they can be acts of worship and platforms for Christian leadership. Drawing from the inspiring stories of biblical characters like Esther, Joseph, and Daniel, she reveals how we can embody our spiritual values in every spreadsheet, every meeting, and every decision to honour God and foster transformative change in our workplaces.
This episode is a deep exploration of what it means to treat
work as a form of spiritual worship, discovering the sacred in both the monumental projects and the routine tasks before us. By approaching our daily work as a fragrant offering, we invite profound joy and a spirit of worship into our lives, leading to astonishing insights and alignments that can revolutionize both our inner and outer worlds.
1 Sept 2023
'Career coaching and Christ: how understanding God's gifts can help our careers. With Katie Conley, Career Coach
On this episode of Work and Go, Ngaira chats with Katie Conley, a career coach and Christian, who has authored the book "God's Grace for Your Career". Katie recounts her early professional life, the significant influence of her first boss, and how her experience in an ITV company formed her professional perspective. An essential takeaway from her story is the importance of aligning your values with your work. Furthermore, she explores how her life, including her work, transformed after she became a Christian.
(0:00:05) - Career Coaching and Faith Integration
Katie Conley shares her journey of empowerment, aligning values with work, and how faith impacted her career.
(0:09:26) - Faith and Work
Katie and I discuss courage, wisdom, and lifelong journey of living out faith in the workplace.
(0:21:29) - Discovering Purpose and Fulfillment in Work
God's preparation for our future, natural gifts, learned behaviors, and values are discussed to help us find fulfillment in work.
(0:29:08) - Welcoming Foreigners and Working Overseas
We discuss welcoming newcomers, modelling faith and prayer, bridging cultural divides, and getting to know people.
Connect with Katie on her website
https://www.conleycareercoaching.com/ (https://www.conleycareercoaching.com/)
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19 Jul 2023
"Embracing the Journey of Purpose and Transformation" Ruth Valerio at Work+Go, Manchester 2022
Ruth Valerio shares the significance of embracing our unique passions and callings in our work. Acknowledging the realities of earning money and pursuing careers while reminding us to use financial blessings to bless others. Ruth highlights that being a Christian is about living a life fully committed to God and working towards reconciliation in all areas of our lives, including our work. She shares three projects she has participated in and how they allowed her to demonstrate the value of taking things step by step, collaborating with others, adapting to changing contexts, and committing to one's own goals. Ruth concludes with a heartfelt reminder to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly, urging listeners to embrace their unique callings and make a positive impact in the world.
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27 Jun 2023
"How do we share our hope in Jesus in what we do?" Steve Osei-Mensah at Work+Go, Manchester 2022
A career in consulting has given Steve Osei-Mensah opportunities to ask – and try and answer – many interesting questions. He shares how paying attention, loving our neighbours and simply the way we work can bring opportunities to share Jesus Christ.
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24 Apr 2023
"Caring for Creation in and through your Work" Caroline Pomeroy at Work+Go, Manchester 2022
Caroline Pomeroy of Climate Stewards digs into how our work and professional practice can be shaped by our concern for the wonderful creation God has entrusted to us.
Caroline gives us three reasons to do this:
It is a way to love our neighbours
People notice
It opens doors for the gospel
Serve Asia Podcast (https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omf-uk/)
If you want to hear more on this topic, Caroline was a contributor to a great series on Christians and Creation Care over on the Serve Asia podcast (https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omf-uk/)
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28 Feb 2023
"Your Work Matters to God" Tim Yearsley at Work+Go, Manchester 2022
Tim Yearsley from the London Institute of Contemporary Christianity (LICC) (https://licc.org.uk/)unpacks how understanding the character of God and who he’s made us to be, in his image, can completely transform our work. Tim provides a practical framework that you can apply and discover for yourself that your work matters to God.
Tim looks at God's work in Genesis, revealing that he:
1. Brings order
2. Makes provision
3. Sparks joy
4. Crafts beauty
5. Releases potential
And then encourages you see how your work can be a reflection of how God works.
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