“Workism.” Do you live to work, or work to live? “Workism” was defined by Derek Thompson a few years ago in The Atlantic as “the belief that work is not only necessary to economic production, but also the centerpiece of one's identity and life's purpose, and the belief that any policy to promote human welfare must always encourage more work.”

As our nation pays tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers this Labor Day weekend, ask yourself where do you find fulfillment and life purpose? Is it from your job? Or are we suffering a “meaning crisis”? Join Pastor Tony Minear, Ph.D. as he explores “workism” and what motivates the American worker. He is joined in the discussion by Janelle Tapphorn, M.A. 

We’d love to hear your feedback! Email us at media@beatitudeschurch.org. Where do you find your life purpose and fulfillment?

"The News of the Day." Novelist and Presbyterian minister, Frederick Buechner, dies at 96 says The New York Times last Monday. Explore his life with us.

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Next chance to join in LIVE:  Sunday, September 4 @8:45a (MST)

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Are you a tree hugger? This derogatory term, often wielded at environmentalists, may have merit after all. Before you answer, you are encouraged to go hug a tree and see how you both feel.

References:

• “The Hidden Life of Trees” by Rev. Dr. J. Carl Gregg
• The Social Life of Forests by Dr. Suzanne Simard

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Next chance to join in LIVE:  Sunday, August 21 @8:45a (MST)

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How do you interpret the Creation story in the Old Testament? Genesis 1 & 2 have seemingly different accounts. One theorist holds that the first human was neither man nor woman, but androgynous. 

• Eve and Adam: Genesis 2-3 Reread by Phyllis Trible

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Next chance to join in LIVE:  Sunday, August 7 @8:45a (MST)

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Today's discussion is based on the sermon by Rev. Otis Young entitled "On Being a Patriotic Christian." The purpose of his sermon is to examine two areas: liberty and patriotism, and how they are connected to the Christian faith.

Stay tuned after the discussion for a meditation by ellie hutchison.

Next chance to join in LIVE:  Sunday, July 17 @8:45a (MST)

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Embracing the mysteries of life. Harry Emerson Fosdick once wrote of life as being "set in a limitless sea of mystery." The more experience of life we have, the deeper its sense of mystery. Is wisdom ever really attainable and do we truly want it?
Today's discussion is based on the sermon by Harry Emerson Fosdick entitled "The Mystery of Life" from Riverside Sermons, 1958, Harper and Brothers.

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Next chance to join in LIVE:  Sunday, July 3 @8:45a (MST)

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Our special guest today is author and speaker Jan Phillips. Jan recently published a book called, "Still on Fire: Field Notes from a Queer Mystic." She is a thought leader and will be sharing details about her intriguing new book that is a memoir of spiritual healing. Deepak Chopra, M.D. called her book, "an evolutionary work that connects spiritual consciousness with global action. A prophetic work of prose, prayer, and poetry."

Stay tuned after the discussion for a meditation by ellie hutchison.

Next chance to join in LIVE:  Sunday, June 5 @8:45a (MST)

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"Whatever you do, don't fall asleep!" A "Nightmare on Elm Street" or just the Rapture? It's up to you!

Join Pastor Tony and Janelle Tapphorn in an alternative worship experience designed to enlighten and challenge you with new ideas about traditional concepts. This service incorporates a thought-provoking message, discussion and meditation.

Next chance to join in LIVE:  Sunday, May 15 @8:45a (MST)

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