Faith and Learning (The
Five Ws)
Surprised by Hope is and has always been a Christ-centered
ministry. We are intentional about ensuring that Scripture serves as the basis
for all our business lessons. Through our teaching, we establish a foundation
for change, for transformation in the lives of those we serve. Certainly
economic change is important; and for those who implement what they learn
economic change has a far-reaching impact. But it's our ultimate desire to see
spiritual transformation that brings people into a closer, more meaningful
relationship with Jesus. This kind of transformation is our greatest hope.
Our model for integrating faith and learning works something
like this. Each gathering flows loosely through these steps: first, for our own
collective ministry experience; and second, so that learners have a simple
example of how to bring Jesus into their own everyday lives.