Rest or Work on Sunday?
Exodus 23:12
12Six days do your work, but on the seventh day do not work, so that your ox and your donkey may rest, and so that the slave born in your household and the foreigner living among you may be refreshed.
We, as Christian Business Leaders, have gotten far away from this. We continue our lives and work straight through Sunday. We say things like, “We can’t not work on Sunday; the competition does!” Or, “We have always worked Sundays.” Well, don’t be convinced it is impossible; Chick-Fil-A has been doing it since they first opened! Growing up in Northern New Jersey, all the stores were closed to give employees time to spend with their families. Biblical scholars, pastors, and Bible believers all have their own interpretation of what the Scripture means.
Don’t shoot right through Sunday, without honoring God
I believe that the bottom line is we should honor God at least once a week by spending time relaxing with our families, enjoying the outdoors and partaking in worship. We owe it to ourselves, our families, and, most importantly, God. If you run an organization that honors God by ensuring you honor your employees by not working on Sundays, be blessed in the knowledge that you are building a “Kingdom Minded” Organization.
Help our community of readers
What is your company’s perspective on honoring God? Are there any customs, practices or procedures that you think might make you unique? Let us know and help build our community.
Lead with Grace and Peace; Never Condemn
Acts 17: 22–23
Paul then stood up in the meeting of the Areopagus and said: “People of Athens! I see that in every way you are very religious. For as I walked around and looked carefully at your objects of worship, I even found an altar with this inscription: TO AN UNKNOWN GOD. So you are ignorant of the very thing you worship—and this is what I am going to proclaim to you.”
Christian business leaders should speak to their people where they are
In this verse, Paul brought himself to where the listener was. He spoke to where “they are.” This is important, because he did not rush into the conversation with judgment and condemnation; he actually praised them for being “very religious.” As the book continues, Paul brings to light what and how they needed to correct themselves. We learn a lot about Paul as a leader. How many times do you as a leader immediately jump to the negative with your people? Why not praise them first when it is appropriate on what it is they are doing right.
So, Christian business leaders, what say you? Do you compliment for effort, but guide your people back to the right direction with grace and peace? If you do, they will perform incredible acts of commitment for you and your organization. If you do, you are building a “Kingdom Minded” Organization.
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Tell us about a leader that you have admired in the past, what they did to help you develop in the areas that you were weak. What was their approach? Why did you respect them?
Assistant to Director of Facilities Services New Cumberland PA Location
In HIS Name HR has been retained to assist in the recruitment for this integral position within an International Missionary Organization.
Assistant to Director of Facilities Services
Mission/Vision:
To make disciples among every people group on Earth by sharing the story of hope that we have in Jesus Christ, building communities of faith and serving the world with love.
Job Summary:
This position will be responsible for assisting the Director of Facilities Services in a variety of duties including the management of preventative maintenance and repair of facilities and systems at the home office located in New Cumberland, PA.
Some Of The Responsibilities:
- Maintaining and repairing HVAC, boilers, pressure vessels, plumbing, security, fire suppression and detection, irrigation, and well water systems.
- Assisting departmental efforts in building construction and repair projects.
- Assisting the Director of Facilities Services as lead person in order to provide authority and respond to needs in his absence.
- Providing certified drinking water sampling to lab in accordance with DEP regulations.
Some Of The Qualifications:
- Minimum Prior Experience Required: 6 – 8 years
- Certification/Licensure Required: Department of Environmental Protection Water System Operator License
- Proficient in electrical circuitry, plumbing repair, and geothermal HVAC.
- Able to weld and fabricate using various raw materials.
- Possesses an understanding of safety and security monitoring equipment.
- Able to operate various types of construction equipment.
Education:
- Education: High School diploma or GED
Some Of The Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- The physical demands are minimal and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations. Must be able to stand or sit for long periods. Must be available to respond to after-hours conditions such as snow removal or building emergencies.
- The work environment is representative and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations. Must be able to work in hot, cold, dry, and wet conditions based on weather patterns.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Necessary Attributes:
- Takes initiative
- Energetic and deadline oriented
- Strong communication skills
- Able to work alone or in a team environment
- Cheerful
- Self-disciplined
Christian Life:
As an employee of this Organization you are an important member of a Christian organization. As such, all staff members are considered Christian missionaries and are required to participate in Chapel services.
Because of the nature of our ministry it is absolutely necessary that you possess and maintain a lifestyle that is above reproach.
All Employees must:
- Be a current and active member and/or regular attendee of a local Bible-believing church.
- Be able to fully support the organizations core mission, vision, values, and ministry philosophy.
For consideration, please submit your cover letter and resume to robin@abwe.org
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“People: Treat Them Right” Tandem Radio on the Bridge FM Saturday, May 5th 2012
Enjoy listening to this recent recording, “People: Treat Them Right” - How did God intend for us to run our businesses? What can we do to influence the culture of a organization? Mark Griffin of In His Name HR brings his expertise to Tandem Radio.
Tandem Radio on the Bridge FM Saturday, May 5th with Featured Guest: Mark Griffin, In HIS Name HR
New Book Provides Christian Inspiration for Business Leaders and Professionals
New Book Provides Christian Inspiration for Business Leaders and Professionals
Contact: Mark A. Griffin, In HIS Name HR LLC, 717-572-2183, MGriffin@InHISNameHR.com
LANCASTER, Penn., May 7, 2012 /Christian Newswire/ — HR consultant and career coach Mark A. Griffin has worked for more than 20 years in a corporate world where the bottom line is king and often anything goes in the pursuit of profit.
Mark believes, however, that there is another, better way to do business and in his latest book, How To Build “Kingdom-Minded” Organizations, he provides inspiration for Christian business leaders who want to create a values-led organization that brings Christ into the workplace.
In the last decade, the global corporate world has endured some of the toughest economic times since the Great Depression with business leaders and employees alike enduring increasing pressure s
imply to survive. Too often the workplace has become somewhere devoid of hope and of genuine purpose and yet the workplace is still where many of us spend the majority of our time.
Mark’s human resources career over two decades in the marketplace has encompassed both Fortune 500 companies, such as Kodak, Quaker Oats and Merck, and small and mid-sized companies and his knowledge and expertise of the corporate world is unrivaled.
It’s his experience of a business world that has lost its way and is out of touch with its responsibilities to both workforce and clientele that has led Mark in a different direction, one informed and inspired by his own strong Christian faith.
Mark’s remarkable book will empower business leaders to be bold and brave in bringing their own faith into their workplace. He understands that it takes great courage to step away from the normal business practices that continue to dominate America’s corporate world but his book provides simple and effective tools that will integrate the teachings of Christ into an organization.
Through his own organization, In HIS Name HR LLC, Mark is on a mission to provide world-class business consulting that allows clients to be prosperous but also to be “Kingdom-Minded” by instilling a Christian ethos and establishing goals that reflect that ethos.
How To Build “Kingdom-Minded” Organizations provides the starting point for those who want to create, build and develop their own values-led business that is profitable and is also a stable, positive environment in which employee wellbeing is enhanced, thus improving quality and increasing productivity.
Radical, inspirational and affirmative — Mark A. Griffin’s template for “Kingdom-Minded” businesses is an idea whose time has come.
How To Build “Kingdom-Minded” Organizations is now available at Amazon.com. Purchase at www.kingdommindedorganizations.com
Learn more about Mark A. Griffin and his quest to help the Christian owned company live their faith by visiting him at www.InHISNameHR.com, or contact him on www.Twitter.com/InHISNameHR.
Radio Series Week 2- What is a “Kingdom Minded” company?
Our Latest Podcast
Week 2- What is a “Kingdom Minded” company?
Tune in and enjoy listening to Mark A. Griffin, Chief Consultant, inspire you as he dialogues with host Dee Kovach on, What is a “Kingdom Minded” company Let Mark inspire you to be bold in your faith as you learn to navigate the complexities of faith in the workplace.
“Praise HIS Name” in partnership with “In HIS Name HR LLC” announce the launch of a twelve week radio series highlighting faith in the Christian owned business workplace. Tune in and enjoy listening to Mark A. Griffin, Chief Consultant, inspire you as he dialogues with host Dee Kovach, exploring twelve inspiring weeks of Christian Business topics.
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Administrative Assistant III New Cumberland PA Location
Postion filled 02/27/2012
In HIS Name HR has been retained to assist in the recruitment for this integral position within an International Missionary Organization.
Administrative Assistant III
Mission/Vision:
To make disciples among every people group on Earth by sharing the story of hope that we have in Jesus Christ, building communities of faith and serving the world with love.
Job Summary:
Duties include performing administrative and office support activities for the Chief Operating Officer & Executive Vice-President of the organization and the President of the Foundation as well as other senior level managers in the Advancement area.
Duties also include fielding telephone calls, receiving and directing visitors, word processing, filing, and managing e-mail communications. Extensive software skills are required, as well as Internet research abilities and strong communication skills.
Requires some work experience with high end personal donor touch and handling of ministry supporters/donors as related to advancement and/or major donor cultivation efforts. At times, may supervise other support staff. A premium is paid for specific industry or market experience in the advancement/development areas.
Advanced computer skills with the ability to train others in system usage is preferred.
Some Of The Responsibilities May include but are not limited to:
- Handle Phone Calls (both incoming and outgoing).
- Process Daily Mail for Corporate Advancement & Foundation team.
- Maintain COO’s and President of the Foundation’s calendar and schedule to coordinate work flow and meetings.
- Work to maintain effective interdepartmental relations and communications within Corporate Advancement, Foundation and Home Office operations.
- Time Card Manager & Benefits Charts Bi-Monthly (Cross-train with Planned Giving & Advancement Support Assistants).
- May supervise volunteers and other support personnel (Cross-train as needed).
- Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of constituent, staff and organizational information.
- Support Corporate Advancement staff in project-based work.
- Compile, transcribe and distribute minutes of meetings.
- Prepare agendas and make arrangements for meetings – including the Board Finance & Audit Committee and Foundation Meetings.
- Annual Board communications to Finance & Audit Committee and Foundation Board Members.
- May conduct research, compile date and prepare reports for consideration and presentation to Staff and Board members.
In addition to these primary responsibilities listed above, this position will also be available to assist and be “cross-trained” with supporting the Advancement team in a variety of areas:
Some Of The Qualifications May Include:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Preferred familiarity with some type of Donor Management software.
- Proficient in typing.
- Good writing, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Education:
- Minimum High School Diploma; Preferred BA, BSBA or AA degree.
Some Of The Physical Demands and Work Environment May Include:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands.
Necessary Attributes:
- Takes initiative
- Energetic and deadline oriented
- Strong communication skills
- Able to work alone or in a team environment
- Cheerful
- Self-disciplined
Christian Life:
As an employee of this Organization you are an important member of a Christian organization. As such, all staff members are considered Christian missionaries and are required to participate in Chapel services.
Because of the nature of our ministry it is absolutely necessary that you possess and maintain a lifestyle that is above reproach.
All Employees must:
- Be a current and active member and/or regular attendee of a local Bible-believing church.
- Be able to fully support the organizations core mission, vision, values, and ministry philosophy.
For consideration, please submit your cover letter and resume to HR@InHISNameHR.com
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Radio Series – Week 1-Why do you need to build a “Kingdom Minded” company?
Our Latest Podcast
Tune in and enjoy listening to Mark A. Griffin, Chief Consultant, inspire you as he dialogues with host Dee Kovach on, “Why” you need to build a “Kingdom Minded” company? Let Mark inspire you to be bold in your faith as you learn to navigate the complexities of faith in the workplace.
“Praise HIS Name” in partnership with “In HIS Name HR LLC” announce the launch of a twelve week radio series highlighting faith in the Christian owned workplace. Tune in and enjoy listening to Mark A. Griffin, Chief Consultant, inspire you as he dialogues with host Dee Kovach, exploring twelve inspiring weeks of Christian Business topics.
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Now Recruiting For: Finishing Team Coach Myerstown PA
Position Closed
In an economy where jobs are scarce, we are proud to be retained in assisting this profitable company with filling this very import position. Please apply directly using the contact information below. Principles only, no agencies or recruiters thank you. Keystone Collections by Martins is an equal opportunity employer.
Keystone Collections by Martins, Myerstown PA manufacturing location is currently seeking a Finishing Team Coach to join its Team. The Finish Team Coach is responsible for the quality level of the product, meeting the due date of the product, morale of the team, efficiency of the operation, and future growth of production.
Some of the duties of this position include:
- Directs the day-to-day activities of departmental personnel with respect to production volume, flow, cost, quality and on time delivery dates.
- Maintains accurate time records to ensure accurate job costing for the department.
- Closes daily schedules on time and maintains proper paperwork flow with in the department.
- Monitors production reports to ensure achievement of financial, safety, quality and on-time delivery goals.
- Create and maintain a positive work environment which fosters high morale.
- Use strong communication skills, leadership, and coaching techniques to accomplish quality goals and exceed productivity standards.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2 years furniture finishing experience or equivalent in education.
- Well organized, able to multitask with deadlines on most
- Ability to expend the time to complete the job on time.
- Ability to travel on company business which might include overnight stays.
- Ability to be discrete, emphatic, and diplomatic
- Physical ability to walk long distances, stand for long periods of time and work in areas with light dust, heat, chemicals and moderate noise levels
Keystone Collections by Martins
650 Houtztown Road
Myerstown, PA17067
Please no phone calls.
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Why You Need Faith In The Workplace
Today’s churches sit empty. More than any other time in history, your employees spend increased amounts of time commuting to and from work, working in their workplaces, and working evenings and weekends, disengaged from their families and communities. These increased hours have resulted in employees spending more waking hours at work than they spend at home with their families, with friends or volunteering in their communities. Because of this, we all have an opportunity and a mission: a mission to reach those who need saving. This is the world’s untapped harvest, a field of opportunity. And, as God proclaims, we need more workers into his fields.
Matthew 9: 35-38 (NIV) The Workers Are Few 35 Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness. 36 When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. 37 Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. 38 Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.”
In the United States, according to a December 2008 Galluppoll, 42 percent of U.S.residents — that’s about 128 million Americans — claim that they attend religious services at least once every week. This number is probably misleading, because many people may embellish their attendance a bit out of a sense of guilt or obligation. However, assuming it is accurate, that still leaves a whopping 58 percent of U.S. residents who do not attend any form of religious service each week. This is a concern, because it indicates that, statistically speaking, your employees are probably not spiritually grounded.
This is where Christian business owners and executives
must step in to help God fill the void.
As a human resources professional with 20 years of experience in both public and private companies, I can tell you from firsthand experience that the lack of faith in our workplace affects every aspect of the workplace. Employees’ lack of time to focus on their own spiritual needs will undoubtedly affect productivity, quality and safety. Harder to measure but just as important, it affects their and their coworkers’ morale. Employees lacking in faith will bring far more problems to the workplace than those who are seeking God or are Christ followers.
You can try to run your business without God.
Or you can include Him in your plans.
I urge you to include Him.
God is the ultimate business partner!
Therefore, those of us who are hesitant to embrace Christianity in the workplace must really look at it, not only from a spiritual perspective, but also from a business perspective. Far from being self-serving, this conveys the responsible attitude of a business owner, attempting to prosper their business for the financial security and future of their employees and employees’ families.
Makes Financial Sense
Leading a company with Christ-centered values just makes good business sense. I believe that Christ-centered organizations can experience:
- Lower absenteeism
- Higher quality products
- Fewer employee morale issues
- Safer work environments
- Better perceptions by customers and vendors
What I have found to work
You must have a Vision, Mission, and Core Values. Many business professionals stop there. I urge all of you to go further. Integrate your core values
into your Human Resources practices. This will:
- Memorialize your standards
- Provide guiding principles in all you do
- Make your values easily understood by employees
- Drive a values-based culture with your customers
Don’t just hang your Vision, Mission, and Core Values on the wall! Integrate, Integrate and then Integrate some more. Get your values into your culture and make it an intrinsic part of the way you work.
I believe that employees who work for an outwardly faith-based Christian organization are committed at a different level than those in non-faith-based organizations. Employees are more likely to go the extra mile, to trust their leadership, to deliver on their promises and be led by those who demonstrate Christ-like servant leadership, because they can!
Feel free to reach out to me and ask for my assistance in helping you develop and prosper a “Kingdom Minded” company. Contact Us
Have you worked for a company that has been outward in their faith? What were some of the obstacles the leadership faced? What were some of
the benefits that the company enjoyed because of their desire to lead with principles? What’s your opinion? we would like to know.
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