Why Rest and Recreation Should Be Part of Your Work Theology

Your weekly roundup :: January 18 – 22

As you head into your weekend, here are a few articles from the past week we thought you might enjoy.


Don’t Let ‘Hope Fatigue’ Rob You of Your Dream Life

Brenda Bertrand, spiritual mentor and coach for high-achieving, world-changing women, walks through how she guides her coaching clients through the difficult exercise of planning ahead, especially after enduring a season of weariness and “hope fatigue.” (We’re looking at you, 2020.)

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Listen to Season 3: Episode 2 now!

Dawn F. Landry, author of ARMORED, joins the podcast to talk about how she was stretched and pressed into becoming a “care coach” for her husband through three major, life-threatening illnesses.


Our work, love, pray favorites

women in the workplace, career advice, Christians in the workplace

How to Be a “Glass-Shattering” Organization

Colleen Ammerman and Boris Groysberg with the Harvard Business Review list out the benefits of gender equity in an organization and share examples of companies who have learned to value women.

relationships, dating, singleness, Christian dating, Christian relationships, parenting

What To Do When You’re Waiting For A Job You Love

Ann Swindell with Relevant Magazine shares what you can do if you’re in a job that doesn’t fuel your passions.

Christianity, faith, spiritual walk, relationship with God

Does Our Theology of Work Include Rest and Recreation?

Dr. Andrew Spencer with the Institute for Faith, Work & Economics reminds us that there is a place in a theology of work for understanding the importance of rest and recreation.

Catch the latest Mentoring Monday show!

Listen to the latest episode of the Mentoring Monday radio show, featuring Brandi McDonald.


4word: Community Group Events

4word is recommending that all our Community Groups follow their state and local mandates regarding meetings and public gatherings. Please check with your Community Group regarding any event cancellations or changes to virtual meetings.

Take a look at these upcoming 4word: Community Group event dates and see which one(s) you can attend. We’d love to see you there!

Ongoing Monthly Gatherings

National Virtual Speaker Event

Ongoing Monthly Gatherings

For details on these events, please visit our 4word Events page.