# Voices From the Workplace: Around the Shop Floor with Chris Horst

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Podcast: [The Faith & Work Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-faith-work-podcast-1151368)
Published: 2026-05-22T11:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.denverinstitute.org/voices-from-the-workplace-around-the-shop-floor-with-chris-horst/
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## Resource

Summary Discover how Chris Horst transitioned from leading a global nonprofit to running a Colorado-based manufacturing company, and how faith influences every aspect of his work. This episode explores the importance of craftsmanship, love for neighbor, and purpose-driven leadership in everyday business. Chris emphasizes that meaningful work reflects God's craftsmanship, and every task offers an opportunity to love neighbor and uphold human dignity. Whether in manufacturing or other trades, pursuing excellence and integrity shapes us to be more like Christ while serving others. 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 means a lot to us. Resources Download the episode transcript Books by Chris Horst and Peter Greer Mission Drift: The Unspoken Crisis Facing Leaders, Charities, and Churches Rooting for Rivals: How Collaboration and Generosity Increase the Impact of Leaders, Charities, and Churches The Gift of Disillusionment: Enduring Hope for Leaders After Idealism Fades Entrepreneurship for Human Flourishing (Values and Capitalism)

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