The Drama of Work Pt. 1: Creation

Summary This episode is the first of four episodes on the Drama of Work. The first act in the drama of salvation is creation, and praying Psalm 8 teaches ingrains in us wonder and dependence on the Creator. Episode 77 | The Drama of Work Part 1: Creation Hosted by Jeff Hoffmeyer, Denver Institute’s Vice President of […]

Voices from the Workplace: More than the Bottom Line with Chris Festog

Summary In this episode, Ross Chapman interviews Chris Festog about the role of faith in financial leadership, stewardship, and everyday work. They explore how Christian principles can transform our approach to work, leadership, and responsibility. Chris also discusses his new book, The CFO Advantage: Elevate Your Role From Financial Technician to Visionary Business Leader. Wherever […]

Inside the 5280 Fellowship: Three Stories of Faith, Work, and Community

Summary Explore how the Denver Institute’s 5280 Fellowship helps professionals integrate faith and work, fostering community, reflection, and personal growth from 3 people who have gone through the program themselves. Wherever you’re listening—Spotify, Apple, or YouTube—subscribing, rating, and reviewing the show helps others discover what we’re doing here. It’s a small way to support the mission—and it […]

Voices from the Workplace: A Venture Studio for Entrepreneurs and Investors

Summary In this episode, Ross Chapman interviews David Wagner and Jesse Marble from Wildwood Ventures about their journey in venture capital, faith-driven entrepreneurship, and how their work aims to promote human flourishing and life to the full. Wherever you’re listening—Spotify, Apple, or YouTube—subscribing, rating, and reviewing the show helps others discover what we’re doing here. It’s a […]

Hints of Hope: A Conversation with Steve Garber

Summary Enjoy this exclusive live-recording of an conversation with Dr. Steve Garber as he explores the profound connection between story, vocation, and faith, using Tolkien’s hobbits and biblical narratives to illustrate how understanding our meta-narrative shapes our life’s purpose and resolve. Wherever you’re listening—Spotify, Apple, or YouTube—subscribing, rating, and reviewing the show helps others discover what we’re […]

Matthew Rusten
Small Groups That Encourage Workers

I was years into my Pastoral ministry when I learned how powerful it can be for small groups to discuss people’s work and sense of vocation. It was a small group my wife and I were leading, and we had ten or twelve people over at our house. The discussion topic for the night was […]

God’s Doxology and Ours: The Christ Hymn Part 4

Summary The Christ Hymn ends in doxology, in an ascription of glory to Christ. This doxology, offered from the Father and the Spirit, is actually what raises Jesus from the dead. What can we do but join in this unending hymn? Episode 76 | God’s Doxology and Ours: The Christ Hymn Part 4 Hosted by […]

Becoming a Worker with Good Questions with Sho Baraka and Malcolm Foley

Summary In this episode, Ross Chapman hosts Sho Baraka and Malcolm Foley to explore the concept of empire, good culture, and faith in the workplace. They discuss how Christians can resist systemic evil, embody hope, and live out their faith in various vocations, especially within the context of racialized capitalism and cultural critique. Wherever you’re […]

Denver Institute Welcomes Ashley Hales and Campbell Rust to Lead National Storytelling Initiative

June 15, 2026 DENVER, CO – Denver Institute for Faith & Work announced the addition of two new team members who will lead a new national storytelling effort through the CityGate Network. Ashley Hales will serve as Director of Storytelling, and Campbell Rust will serve as Story Production Manager. Together, they will help launch and […]

Grace Bryan
Ashley Hales Joins Denver Institute as Director of Storytelling

Editor’s note: We recently welcomed Ashley Hales to the Denver Institute team as director of storytelling. Ashley and I talked about her prior work, her interest in Denver Institute, and what she’s most excited about in her new role. Our conversation below has been lightly edited for length and clarity. GB: How did you first […]

Grace Bryan
Campbell Rust Joins Denver Institute as Story Production Manager

Editor’s note: We recently welcomed Campbell Rust to the Denver Institute team as story production manager. Campbell and I talked about his prior work, his interest in Denver Institute, and what he’s most excited about in his new role. Our conversation below has been lightly edited for length and clarity. GB: How did you first […]

God Distilled: The Christ Hymn Part 3

Summary Like all poetry, the Christ Hymn of Philippians 2 is carried by metaphor and marked by distilled language. What is more, the Christ-Form is a distillation of the eternal language of love between Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The poetry of this hymn leads only and always to prayer. Episode 75 | God Distilled: […]