Volunteers of America Hosts World-Renowned Speaker
April 28, 2009 (Sheridan, WY) – Volunteers of America Wyoming & Montana hosted author, theologian, pastor and entrepreneur Gordon T. Smith to speak with local business and community leaders on the topics of “Faith and the World of Business” and “A Christian Perspective on Vocation, Work and Career”. The two trainings on April 1 and 2 were free to the public and had over 150 in total attendance.
The first forum, “Faith and the World of Business”, on April 1 was for local business people and community leaders. The presentation covered how business, and especially entrepreneurship in business, is discussed in scripture and how it is viewed by Christianity. Smith discussed how those called into business can be instruments of hope in a time of economic uncertainty and turmoil. Close to 40 business and community leaders attended this all-day session at the Powder Horn Golf Club in Sheridan.
“It is an honor to have Gordon come speak with our community and especially those we serve”, said Jeffrey M. Holsinger, President & CEO for Volunteers of America Wyoming & Montana. “We hope to bring more programs to our communities like this one that will help people, regardless of their background, be inspired to make a difference”, said Holsinger.
Gordon T. Smith is the president of reSource Leadership International, an agency that seeks to foster excellence in theological education in the developing world. In addition, Dr. Smith is partner with Dr. Ralph McCall in a venture known as SoulBusiness. Together McCall and Smith provide seminars, lectures and courses for those either in business or training for business. They have taught their course, “The Soul of the Entrepreneur,” in a number of national and international settings. SoulBusiness is also an organization that provides consultancy services for leaders in both the world of business and in non-profit organizations.
For more information about Volunteers of America Wyoming & Montana and its programs, contact Director of Development Bill Lucas at (307) 672-0475 or visit www.voawymt.org
Volunteers of America is a non-profit, faith-based organization that focuses on providing services to the needy that will help them rebuild their lives and reach their full potential. The services include substance abuse treatment, affordable housing, services for homeless, children and youth programs and community enhancement projects.
The second training, “A Christian Perspective on Vocation, Work and Career”, held on April 2 addressed how our calling or vocation relates to our careers, our jobs, our circumstances and our time of life. This program was held at First Baptist Church in Sheridan and included many individuals from the community as well as many of the individuals that Volunteers of America serves in their programs.
Volunteers of America Hosts World-Renowned Speaker
April 28, 2009 (Sheridan, WY) – Volunteers of America Wyoming & Montana hosted author, theologian, pastor and entrepreneur Gordon T. Smith to speak with local business and community leaders on the topics of “Faith and the World of Business” and “A Christian Perspective on Vocation, Work and Career”. The two trainings on April 1 and 2 were free to the public and had over 150 in total attendance.
The first forum, “Faith and the World of Business”, on April 1 was for local business people and community leaders. The presentation covered how business, and especially entrepreneurship in business, is discussed in scripture and how it is viewed by Christianity. Smith discussed how those called into business can be instruments of hope in a time of economic uncertainty and turmoil. Close to 40 business and community leaders attended this all-day session at the Powder Horn Golf Club in Sheridan.
“It is an honor to have Gordon come speak with our community and especially those we serve”, said Jeffrey M. Holsinger, President & CEO for Volunteers of America Wyoming & Montana. “We hope to bring more programs to our communities like this one that will help people, regardless of their background, be inspired to make a difference”, said Holsinger.
Gordon T. Smith is the president of reSource Leadership International, an agency that seeks to foster excellence in theological education in the developing world. In addition, Dr. Smith is partner with Dr. Ralph McCall in a venture known as SoulBusiness. Together McCall and Smith provide seminars, lectures and courses for those either in business or training for business. They have taught their course, “The Soul of the Entrepreneur,” in a number of national and international settings. SoulBusiness is also an organization that provides consultancy services for leaders in both the world of business and in non-profit organizations.
For more information about Volunteers of America Wyoming & Montana and its programs, contact Director of Development Bill Lucas at (307) 672-0475 or visit www.voawymt.org
Volunteers of America is a non-profit, faith-based organization that focuses on providing services to the needy that will help them rebuild their lives and reach their full potential. The services include substance abuse treatment, affordable housing, services for homeless, children and youth programs and community enhancement projects.
The second training, “A Christian Perspective on Vocation, Work and Career”, held on April 2 addressed how our calling or vocation relates to our careers, our jobs, our circumstances and our time of life. This program was held at First Baptist Church in Sheridan and included many individuals from the community as well as many of the individuals that Volunteers of America serves in their programs.