Mere Christians Roy Tinklenberg (Founder of Faith and Work Movement Global)
May 14, 2025
Roy Tinklenberg, Founder of Faith and Work Movement Global, shares his journey from church planting to enhancing Christian communities in major companies like Apple and Google. He discusses the vital role of Christian Employee Resource Groups in the workplace, focusing on how they build connections, improve morale, and create a supportive environment. Roy offers practical advice on starting these groups and highlights the significant impact of faith integration in tech-centric corporate settings.
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From Church Planting to Workplace Fellowships
- Roy started by planting a small church in Mountain View but soon shifted to supporting believers in big tech companies like Google and Apple.
- He connected isolated Christians within these companies to form and strengthen workplace fellowships.
Workplace Ministry Beyond Churches
- Churches aren't the best containers for workplace ministry as people might disconnect if they aren't members.
- Workplace fellowships focus on supporting believers where they already work, not pulling them into church buildings.
Business Benefits of Christian ERGs
- Corporate sponsorship of Christian employee groups benefits businesses by improving retention, recruitment, and morale.
- Community among believers at work increases productivity and overall engagement.
