TWUK Newsletter - 9 January 2012 : Transform Work UK

"Then the king placed Daniel in a high position and lavished many gifts on him. He made him ruler over the entire province of Babylon and placed him in charge of all its wise men."

Daniel 2:48

I trust the start of this new year has gone well and you are excited about the plans that God has in store for you.

Churchandwork

Just before Christmas I was working in Antwerp and while at lunch I took the photo shown here. There it was – a church, standing proud but totally connected to the world of work. After lunch I took a look around and there were a number of businesses that were joined to the main church building.

At ground level it was difficult to see where the church and work started or ended – they were totally mixed. As I looked it seemed to me a perfect picture of how God wants His people to be in the world of work. Totally connected – a natural part of the workplace.

I pray that today God would reveal how he wants you to connect with your work colleagues as well as with the organisation’s managers and directors.

Daniel is a great example of someone who was well connected with his workplace. By working hard and living out his faith, he was able stand out as someone who could be trusted with authority and who would use his influence wisely for the good of those he worked for.

Have a great week,

The Transform Work Team

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Upcoming Events from the Transform Work UK web site

The following events come from our web site calendar. Click here for a complete diary of events.

St Peter's Barge: Supporting...

1:15pm Thursday 17 May, St Peter’s Barge, West India Quay, Hertsmere Road, London

Our weekly meeting for those working in the Wharf. Each week there is a 20 minute talk from the front explaining part of the Bible and showing its relevance to our lives today. The meeting is laid out in a café-style format with free coffee on each table. / All are welcome, whether you are someone who wants to explore the Christian claims in a relaxed, unpressured setting, or a Christian who would like an opportunity for teaching Do come along and see for yourself.

St Peter's Barge: Supporting...

1:05pm Wednesday 23 May, St Peter’s Barge, West India Quay, Hertsmere Road, London

St Peter's Barge: Supporting...

1:15pm Thursday 24 May, St Peter’s Barge, West India Quay, Hertsmere Road, London

A Celebration of Business

Friday 25 May - Thursday 31 May, Palace Green. Ely, Cambs

A celebration of business will be held at Ely Cathedral between 25 - 31 May 2012. / Key note address on Thursday 7pm Formal with Rt Reverend Stephen Conway and

TBN Annual Conference:...

Friday 25 May, Congress Centre, London

As a business or professional person, your skills can have an impact of the neediest areas of the world. By mentoring and training emerging entrepreneurs, helping establish a business or investing, you can bring transformation and combat poverty. / Our London conference is set for the 25th of May so book the date in your diary now. The conference will be held at the Congress Centre and we are putting together an exciting programme for the day.

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