Bands aren't so much about the way we do things - methods can vary - but the shared values that motivate us to do them. Here's a short summary:

1   Jesus at the centre.

There's no aspect of our lives, or of the problems in our workplace, with which Jesus is not concerned. He must be at the centre of all that we do, and of all the solutions that we can offer.

2   Honesty.

Without honesty there's no reality, and without reality there's no personal change. As we admit our weaknesses, others can start to hold us accountable. As we make ourselves vulnerable, we can find forgiveness and renewal for the future.

3   Change.

Personal change is foundational to our faith. We must be committed to change, even if it's costly or painful. God, however, is not just concerned about individuals, but about the institutions, structures and systems in which we work. As Christians we have a mandate to change the values around us so that all may benefit from the peace, justice and righteousness of God's kingdom.

4   Equipped for the workplace.

The church is called to equip the saints for works of service. We can aspire to equip one another to serve Christ in the workplace as well as in the church.

5   Outward looking.

Sharing Jesus with our co-workers involves more than just proclaiming 'truth'. We must discover together how to build relationships with our friends that help us to share Christ in a relevant and appropriate way.

6   Sacrificial love.

In a working environment which centres so much around 'self', what greater example can there be than a life that's lived for others? The challenge is to demonstrate a love that puts others first, even in the workplace.

"It's great to be able to share work and personal challenges, and the steps of faith we each want to make to see the kingdom of God further enacted where I work. And it's great to be with like-minded individuals: those who share a vision and understand the pressures, the traps and the competing priorities. It's great to know that attending a Christian meeting is not the 'be all and end all', and to explore alternative and creative ways to 'spur one another on' outside of the meeting."

Jane,
Human Resources Manager