Work & Service

Building Community on the Web

by Stephen Simpson Publication: One-to-One, Autumn 2007 CHECK OUT THE NEW CSM WEBSITE AND DISCUSSION FORUM! If you haven’t seen the new CSM website lately, you haven't seen the CSM Website! We’ve made sweeping changes that have not only greatly enhanced the visual appeal–including a new logo–but have also increased. [...]

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What Can We Offer God?

by Angela Hough Publication: One-to-One, Autumn 2007 OPPORTUNITIES TO EXTEND CHRIST'S KINGDOM ARE ALL AROUND US. HERE ARE SOME WAYS WE CAN SEE THEM! Many people on the earth today want an answer to their hearts’ cry, “What do I have to offer?” Regardless of age, experience, education and cultural. [...]

Exceeding Expectations

by Keith Landies Publication: One-to-One, Summer 2007 ...HOW A GENERAL CONTRACTING FIRM SUCCEEDS IN THE POOREST MAJOR AMERICAN CITY MY COMPANY, RESIDENCE ARTISTS, INC., is a general contracting, construction, maintenance, and decorative paint/design company specializing in the restoration of fine homes in the greater Cleveland area. We perform new construction,. [...]

Will Poverty Survive?

by Jonathan Simpson Publication: One-to-One, Spring 2007 ...HOW CHALLENGERS SUCH AS MICROCREDIT AND THE ONE CAMPAIGN AIM TO UPLIFT THE WORLD'S POOR—AND WHAT IT MEANS FOR YOU Could poverty disappear in our lifetime? Muhammad Yunus, founder of the microcredit movement and recent winner of the Nobel Peace Prize answers “Yes”. [...]

Being Green: It Could Get Easier

by Jonathan Simpson Publication: One-to-One, Autumn 2006 AN EXPLORATION INTO BIBLICAL STEWARDSHIP AND ECO-FRIENDLY ECONOMICS The “GREEN MOVEMENT” came into prominence in Europe, New Zealand and Australia in the 1970’s and became known for its support of environmental and anti-war causes. By the mid-80’s, the Green Party had established itself. [...]

Hurricane Update: New Jersey Church Offers Katrina Relief

by John Feaver Publication: One-to-One, Summer 2006 ... How members of Long Branch Covenant Church have made a difference along the Gulf Coast Sheets of rain and streaks of lightning greeted our team from Long Branch (New Jersey) Covenant Church as we drove into Bayou la Batre, Alabama on a. [...]

Poland: The Eagle Flies Again

by Jonathan Simpson Publication: One-to-One, Summer 2006   A FIRST HAND REPORT OF ECONOMIC REVIVAL AND ENTREPRENEURIAL SHEPHERDS The “White Eagle” is Poland's oldest national symbol dating back over 1,000 years; it also graces the national coat of arms. Legend has it that Lech, an early founder and Slavic tribe. [...]

Revolutionary Reformation in Mission

by Gary Henley Publication: One-to-One, Summer 2006 ... HOW TO REACH “THE UNREACHABLE” BY GETTING OUT OF THE BOX We are privileged to live in the most prolific hour of the "mission" of Jesus' followers in history. However, much of the amazing expansion of the Gospel witness is coming in. [...]

Graduating for the Glorious Clause

by Jonathan Simpson Publication: One-to-One, Spring 2006 IT’S NOT JUST WHAT YOU LEARN, BUT WHAT YOU DO WITH WHAT YOU LEARN! As we approach this time of year, we look ahead to graduation season for millions of students. Graduations come in many forms; sometimes from school, and sometimes through other. [...]

Buying Back Your Budget…Is It Worth It?

by Jonathan Simpson Publication: One-to-One, Winter 2006 THE REWARDS OF BUDGETING AND STRATEGIC PLANNING FOR YOUR BUSINESS If fiscal year and calendar year are the same cycle in your business, 2007's budget planning process might well be at hand for you. Pat yourself on the back if you've already dealt. [...]

The Sweet Savor of Sacrifice

by Gary Henley Publication: One-to-One, Winter 2006 ...HOW TO COMPLETE THE GREAT COMMISSION WITH JOY God’s response to the need of humanity is a wonderful fragrance both in heaven and earth. The apostle Paul wrote, "Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice. [...]

China, Wal-Mart and You

by Jonathan Simpson Publication: One-to-One, Winter 2006 ...A LIKE IT OR NOT LOOK AT THE CHANGING PLAYING FIELD. SUIT UP. The Biggest, fastest, tallest… If 2008 finds you in Beijing attending the Olympic Games, be sure to take a few days in China’s showcase city Shanghai. Don’t worry about spending. [...]

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