"Will Affluence Kill Our Commitment?
Following Jesus in a Materialistic World"
Wednesday, December 8, 7:00 to 8:15
Todd M. Beamer Student Center (South Party Room)

To be a follower of Jesus we are called to be 'salt' and 'light' in the world. But, how do we accomplish this in a culture of affluence? Does this mean we give up material possessions and meet only our basic needs? Then, how do meet these needs? Do we live in community with other Christians, producing everything within the community to live and/or relying on the faithful provision of our Christian brothers and sisters? Some Christians chose this way of life, others provide adequate financial resources to meet their needs through vocations that one might label "morally acceptable"-pastoral ministry, teaching, directing a non-profit social justice organization. Others pursue vocations that result in abundant material success and make deliberate decisions to be faithful stewards of their financial wealth and, perhaps, become missionaries among the wealthy, or dedicated providers for missionaries and non-profit organizations.

Our panelists will present a variety of viewpoints and thoughts addressing the various choices we make as Christians to faithfully honor our commitment to follow Jesus.

Speakers:
Shane Claiborne (The Simple Way, Kensington, North Philadelphia)
Rev. Theresa Dear (Pastoral Support Minister, DuPage African Methodist Church; President, DuPage County Branch NAACP, Vice President, Human Resources, Metropolitan Family Services, Chicago)
Robert Mayes (BlueCreek Investment Partners, L.L.C., Huntsville, AL)

Moderated by:
Evvy Campbell, Ph. D. (Missions/ Intercultural Studies Department, Wheaton College)

Here are some pictures from the event