Events and Connections

 

 

CIB will host a Technology Conference on the SPU campus June 22 and 23. The Digital Society: Rethinking the Christian Commentary on Technology for the 21st Century seeks to gather a diverse set of people who are interested in rethinking the Christian commentary on technology for the digital/Internet era.

 

The conference will gather practitioners, business and IT leaders, and historians and sociologists who study technology. We’ll begin a new conversation — one that blends the practical experiences of those who design, build, and direct the implementation of new technologies with important theoretical perspectives from academia. Several proposed attendees have worked in both arenas and know the value of each of these perspectives informing the other. Our hope is that this conversation will eventually lead to the development of new Christian perspectives on technology that are more balanced and ultimately more helpful to both fellow Christians and the wider secular society.

 

Urbana 12

CIB to Host Urbana '12
    "Business Track"

 

Whether it’s on Main Street, on Wall Street, or in a market on another continent, business is changing the world.

 

In an age of increasing urbanization, few parts of the world could flourish without goods and services fueled by business and economic growth. Unfortunately, in recent years we’ve seen ethical lapses and market failures that have wreaked havoc on communities at home and across the world. Public trust has been eroded and the imagination for what business can be has been seriously marred.

But what if business were to be understood as a source of blessing and healing for the nations? What if business were recognized as a creative force, an ethical steward and partner, and a life-giving institution for the benefit of others?

The CIB-hosted Business Track at Urbana 12 will explore the idea of business as stewardship in both North America and internationally — enabling people to serve across cultures. Real-world examples of businesses demonstrating value creation will act as a model for what business can and should be.

From microenterprise to family-owned businesses, venture capital to large global corporations, this track is for anyone interested in exploring the role of business in Gods’ greater economy, and in bringing economic, social, and spiritual vitality to people around the world. Watch this site for more details throughout the year.


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Kiros @ SPU

 

Connect each month for community and conversation with Kiros Seattle, hosted by CIB on SPU’s campus.

Kiros connects, encourages, and equips Christian business people in the marketplace through monthly breakfast meetings, small group activities, dinner events, career mentorship, and other experiences. Learn more.

 

Tell us what you are thinking, reading, or talking about with others

CIB would like to know what you are thinking about at the intersection of faith and work.

        • What topics would you like to discuss with others? 
        • What books have you read that prompted you to think or act differently? 
        • Who are some speakers you would be especially interested in hearing?

          • Please send your ideas and suggestions to Tom Lane (CIB's Operations Coordinator) at tlane@spu.edu. We're listening!