Marketplace Ministry

The Marketplace Ministry exists to help Christian businesspeople in organizations of any size to thrive spiritually, personally and in their place of business. We want to equip and empower business professionals to use their God-given gifts and abilities to help build companies that are built on the foundation of God's Kingdom principles.

Marketplace Ministry Forums

Next Forum: October 27th at 10:30am
Our Marketplace Ministry Forums feature a presentation by a notable business leader on what it means to thrive in the workplace as a follower of Christ. They are designed to connect business people within the church as well as to train and inspire participants to excel in the workplace. Following the presentation, there will be time for small group discussion and networking for attendees.

Our guest speaker for the October 27 Forum will be Mark Englizian. Mark is a retired corporate executive with 35+ years of experience in solving complex business and people challenges. He served in executive roles with Walgreens, Amazon, Microsoft and Tektronix. Mark has been a reviewer for Harvard Business Press and has appeared on CNBC’s Nightly Business Report. With degrees in communications, theology and psychology and a frequent business school lecturer and conference speaker, he is the author of the book Significant: Practices and Principles for a Meaningful Life, and a forthcoming new book, Stakeholders: The Intersection of Human Beings in the Eco-System of Business. Mark will share biblical principles and life experiences on What it means to thrive in the workplace as a follower of Christ.

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FORUM ARCHIVES
Miss a forum?  You can listen to an audio recording of past events here:

Marketplace Ministry Small Group

The Marketplace Ministry Small Group meets bi-weekly to discuss biblical principles that empower participants to thrive in the workplace, regardless of your industry or position, as we build relationships with others at Highlands. The group will meet every other Thursday at 7:00pm in the South Conference room of the Highlands Office building.

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Mentorship Program

Whether you’re just starting out in the business world of you’ve enjoyed a long career of business success, we invite you to participate in our mentorship program. Our hope is to match Christian men and women with experienced business professionals who can share their experiences and guidance in creating a Christ-centered workplace. If you’re interested in being a mentor or being mentored yourself, please contact us at Christ-centered workplaces. If you're interested in being a mentor or being mentored yourself, please contact us at .

Third Thursday Breakfast

Third Thursday Breakfast provides Christian men and women in the workplace an opportunity to have breakfast and conversation with people of like mind.  No formal agenda.  We meet at Egg ‘N Joe located at the corner of Pinnacle Peak Road and Scottsdale Road at 6:45am. Breakfast dates are September 19th and October 17th.

Roundtables

Roundtables are monthly meetings on the Highlands campus that offer opportunities for discussion and exchange of ideas in a small group setting on how to flourish in the workplace. Marketplace Ministry Roundtables are for everyone in the workplace. They provide opportunities for discussion and exchange of ideas in a small group setting on how to flourish in the place where you work. Learn how to make an impact where you work so you and the people around you will thrive. 

Next Roundtable:
Monday, September 23rd at 6:30pm
Our next Roundtable will explore the subject of Work-Life Balance. The conversation should be invigorating and provide application that is both biblically-based and practical. 

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ADVISORY GROUP

Marketplace’s Advisory Group provides non-binding strategic business advice and support. Individuals interested in starting a new business or expanding their enterprise present business issues to experienced business leaders for advice on how to best move forward. To get involved, contact us at .

Resources

Our Marketplace Ministry team loves to share helpful book resources to those looking to better thrive in the workplace.  Here are some of our recommendations: