
December 2010 Equip Connect Mobilize Entrepreneurship Initiative Connect on Facebook Connect on LinkedIn Ei Network Update	Hello, Do you ever feel like the important things in life get trumped by the urgent? This is often the case for entrepreneurs. Before the Christmas season gets crazier, please take time to write down the important things you need to do during the holidays (You probably already practice a similar exercise with your venture). Then put these things on your calendar. It takes great discipline to keep our priorities in check and not overlook worshipping God alongside his people (e.g., family, friends, and neighbors). During this Advent season, be diligent in praising Him for His goodness, love and mercy. Sincerely,
Tegu, an inventive wooden toy company, was launched in 2009 by brothers Chris and Will Haughey. Tegu was purposefully established in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, with the intent of bringing living wage jobs to a country struggling under the weight of widespread poverty with over 30% unemployed. While not explicitly a Christian company, Tegu's founders are motivated by the other-oriented nature of the gospel of Jesus. Tegu's purpose reads: "Out of God's love for humanity, Tegu exists to bring hope, purpose and opportunity to the people of the developing world through the creation of enduring commercial profit." Tegu has introduced a novel patent-pending toy using powerful magnets inside wood, creating the world's first magnetic wooden block building system. Tegu blocks can be found in North American retail stores and online at outlets including Tegu.com and Amazon.com. During the holidays, Tegu Live allows visitors to Tegu.com to request a Tegu Block Genius to create anything imaginable. Additionally, Tegu is offering 25% off its product line at Tegu.com with coupon code TeguFriendFamily25.	Preparing individuals to fully apply the gospel to their lives and develop a Christian worldview of their profession or industry. WORK: CRUCIBLE OF FAITH by: Katherine Leary Alsdorf We often bemoan the classic New York party greeting, “Hello, it’s nice to meet you. What do you do?” But I’m not sure our complaints are warranted. Certainly it’s an awkward question to respond to when we’re out of work. We often feel vulnerable to people who are far more successful than we are, especially if they flaunt it. But, otherwise, what’s so bad about being identified by our work? >> Read Full Article Engaging professionals within a field in ways that inspire and challenge gospel-centered thinking and behavior. DEC 20 - Ei Fellowship Do you have “enough” to start your venture? Join us as we glean wisdom on what to consider when planning or launching a new start-up. Before you seek financing for your venture, you need to be prepared through the support of your community. It is never just about money. Please RSVP by email to ei@redeemer.com. Encouraging our leaders to become agents of change for the common good inside existing institutions and by creating new ones. BUSINESS PLAN COMPETITION UPDATE Executive summaries were due on Nevember 10th. From the 77 people that participated in a workshop or attended an information session we had 23 for-profit submissions and 17 not-for-profit submissions. Please pray for the judges as they decide this month who will go on to the next round of the competition. CFW SUNDAY and GOSPEL & CULTURE LECTURES: JANUARY 30, 2011 at 1:00 PM Come hear our Senior Pastor Tim Keller speak on Why Work Matters. The lectures are free and take place at Hunter College Auditorium. January 30th is also CFW Sunday. There will be leaders and staff available after each service to converse and answer questions. Help us spread the word. www.faithandwork.org/gospel&culture >> Top
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