Faith@Work Podcast

What does humility actually look like in the workplace—and why does it matter? In this episode of the Faith@Work Podcast, Kelsi sits down with Craig Olson, Market President and VP of Business Banking at Old National Bank, for a conversation about humility in leadership and workplace culture. In a world that often rewards self-promotion, confidence, and control, humility can feel countercultural. B...

What does it look like to live out Romans 12 in the workplace—not just as a spiritual idea, but in the real pressures of leadership, decision-making, relationships, stress, and performance? In this episode, Kelsi sits down with Glen Stevens , also known as The Mental Fitness Guy. Glen is a former pastor of 25 years who followed God’s call into the marketplace, where he now helps business leaders u...

Are you living from a place of worth—or striving to earn it? In this episode of the Faith@Work Podcast, Kelsi sits down with Lisa DeKrey, Chief Human Resource Officer at Glenwood State Bank, to discuss one of the deepest questions many professionals wrestle with: What gives us our worth, and how do we discover our purpose? Lisa shares insights from her leadership journey and her work helping peopl...

Faith and leadership don’t stop at the church doors—they show up on baseball fields, in dugouts, in hard conversations, and in the everyday moments where character is formed. In this episode of the Faith@Work Podcast, Kelsi sits down with longtime baseball coach Lee Backhaus , who has spent 45 years investing in athletes, building leaders, and living out his faith in the competitive world of sport...

In this episode of the Faith@Work Podcast, Kelsi Timm sits down with Alison Schmidgall—homeschool mom, children’s book author, and founder of Pathfinder Press. Alison shares about the “faith-forging” seasons that shaped her family in profound ways. Through challenges and growth, she and her family began to intentionally define their values, leading to the creation of a clear family mission rooted...

Pain is something we all experience—but very few of us are taught how to truly walk through it. In this episode, Kelsi sits down with Deb Hadley of KT Humble Hearts to have an honest and hope-filled conversation about processing pain and discovering purpose in the midst of it. Together, they explore why avoiding pain often leads to deeper wounds, how to begin the healing process, and what it looks...

What if your work was never meant to be separate from your worship? In this episode of the Faith@Work Podcast, Kelsi Timm sits down with Tyler VanEps , Vice President of the National Christian Foundation Twin Cities , to explore what it means to live out “good work powered by God as worship.” Tyler brings a unique perspective shaped by experience across both ministry and marketplace—from missions...

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping the workplace—but how should Christians respond? In this episode of the Faith@Work Podcast, Kelsi Timm sits down with Steven Ness, founder of Lighting the Way Leadership, to explore the intersection of AI, leadership, and faith. With more than 25 years of experience helping business owners simplify systems and uncover hidden profit, Steven offers a clea...

How should Christians engage in civic life without losing their spiritual grounding? In this episode of the Faith@Work Podcast, Kelsi sits down with Steven Eng, advocacy director for the National Association of Evangelicals, to explore what faithful public engagement looks like in a divided culture. With over 30 years of pastoral ministry and a background in political science and theology, Steve b...

What does it look like to live out your faith at work when conflict arises, accountability is required, and decisions aren’t easy? In this episode of the Faith@Work Podcast, host Kelsi Timm sits down with Jessie Hjelle , Director of Human Resources at Alexandria Public Schools , to explore what it means to lead with clarity, courage, and care. Drawing from her experience in both corporate HR and p...

What happens when the Bible moves from something familiar to something deeply personal? Today on the Faith@Work Podcast, I’m joined by Alicia Bertram , who shares how reading and engaging Scripture over the past year and a half reshaped her faith, her identity, and the way she leads her creative businesses. This is an honest conversation about consistency with God’s Word, the quiet work of transfo...

Our work does not exist in a vacuum. The values we carry—often shaped long before we enter the workplace—quietly influence how we lead, relate, set boundaries, and care for others. In this episode of the Faith@Work Podcast, I’m joined by Erin Hurley Robinson , Team Chaplain Manager at Vivie. Erin brings a unique perspective shaped by years of chaplaincy in healthcare settings and clinical mental h...

Leadership brings responsibility, pressure, and weight—often long before anyone notices the toll it takes on the inner life. In this episode of the Faith@Work Podcast, Kelsi Timm sits down with Joe Salo, President of Douglas Machine in Alexandria, Minnesota, and a board member of The Unity Foundation, for an honest conversation about the spiritual rhythms that sustain leaders over time. Rather tha...

Calling doesn’t always disappear—it often expands . In this episode of the Faith@Work Podcast, Kelsi sits down with Tim Cullen and Ken Snyder , two men who began their careers as school teachers and later followed God’s leading into the business world. Tim went on to found Cullen’s Home Center , while Ken started Snyder Thornburg Wealth Management . Though their vocational paths shifted, their com...

In this special episode, we share the live audio from the 18th Annual Ernie Unruh Christian Service Award Lunch, hosted by the Unity Foundation in Alexandria, Minnesota. Guided by MC Mark Deterding , the program highlights the heart of faith-driven leadership and the power of a life lived in service to Christ. You’ll hear heartfelt reflections, stories from friends and colleagues, and moments that...

In this episode, Kelsi sits down with Tom Ledbetter to explore the growing movement of faith in the workplace and the rising need for spiritual and emotional care within companies. Tom has spent years helping leaders build healthy cultures, support their employees, and live out their faith in ways that feel authentic and impactful. Together they talk about the role of marketplace chaplains, how bu...

What happens when prayer moves beyond the break room and becomes the foundation of lifelong friendship? In this episode, Kelsi sits down with Cathy Snyder, Jessica Hjelle, and Kristi Stevens , three women who met while working at Douglas Scientific. What began as simple moments of prayer in the workplace became a deep spiritual bond that outlasted job titles and company walls. Together, they share...

In this episode of the Faith@Work Podcast , Kelsi sits down with Sandy Lauer , a family nurse practitioner, entrepreneur, wife, and mom navigating the tension between caring for others and caring for herself. Sandy shares her journey through healthcare and entrepreneurship and how her faith has shaped the way she leads, serves, and stewards her work. Together, we talk about the real-life challenge...

In this episode of Faith@Work , host Kelsi Timm sits down with Billy Wallace , Lead Minister at New Life Christian Church and boys basketball coach at Alexandria Area High School. Before entering full-time ministry, Billy worked as a block layer — and it was there, surrounded by coworkers, that he discovered one of the most powerful truths about evangelism: you don’t need a pulpit to preach. Billy...

What happens when prayer becomes more than a private practice and instead shapes the way we live and lead at work? In this episode of the Faith@Work Podcast , host Kelsi Timm sits down with Sarah Boll, Director of Safe Families for Children & Life Connections, to talk about the role prayer plays in the workplace. Sarah shares how prayer has guided her leadership, brought breakthrough in challe...

Recorded live on Friday, August 8, 2025 at the Global Leadership Summit in Alexandria, this panel features three local leaders who are living out their faith in the marketplace: Tucker Reishus of 3M, Saundra Lauer of Well & Company, and Tony Jensen of Douglas Machine. Facilitated by Peter Nelson , the conversation explores how faith shapes real decisions, culture, and people at work—what’s hel...

In this episode of the Faith@Work Podcast, Johnny Thil l unpacks what it means to lead with a proactive servant’s heart. From moving beyond reactive thinking to asking better questions and serving outside your job description, Johnny shares how proactive leadership transforms conversations, builds trust, and points us back to Christ’s example of service.

In this episode of the Faith@Work Podcast , we're joined by Erin Berns, financial advisor at NorthRock Partners and board director at The Unity Foundation, for a powerful conversation about the impact of workplace culture. Drawing from his leadership experience in both the financial world and the community, Erin shares how culture isn't just a background element—it's either limiting...

In this episode, Kevin Coder—Vice President of Spiritual Life at Vivie—shares the heart behind corporate chaplaincy and why spiritual care matters in today’s workplace. With a background in psychology, pastoral ministry, and military chaplaincy, Kevin brings a compassionate and experienced perspective on how chaplains can meet people in their most vulnerable and meaningful moments. We explore what...

What happens when you invite Jesus into every part of your leadership—your team, your decisions, and your performance? In this episode, we sit down with Mark Deterding, founder of Triune Leadership Services, executive coach, and author of Leading Jesus’ Way . With over 35 years of executive leadership experience and a heart for servant leadership, Mark shares how his faith has shaped the way he le...