Alternative Title

The Application of Spiritual Practice while Building Neighborhoods and Communities in a Secular World of Retail, Construction and Development

Subject Area

Religion

Abstract

In the evolving landscape of business and commerce, the intersection of faith and business innovation has become a topic of debate, particularly in a world that increasingly values efficiency, scalability, and profit. This dissertation examines the role of spirituality in business leadership. We will explore how Christian values, servant leadership, and heart-mind coherence contribute to a more sustainable, ethical, and community-driven business model. Through the lens of my family’s business, Sam Moon Group, I will explore how faith-based leadership can coexist with success and serve as its very foundation. The early journey of Sam Moon Trading Company, from a small family-run retail business to a diversified real estate and hospitality enterprise, will be studied and analyzed. I hope to provide a meaningful model for others seeking to merge faith and commerce while maintaining ethical integrity and a commitment to the community.

Degree Date

3-2025

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

D.Min.

Department

Perkins School of Theology

Advisor

Dr. Ruben Habito

Second Advisor

Dr. Elias Lopez

Number of Pages

139

Format

.pdf

Creative Commons License

Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial 4.0 License
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial 4.0 License

Download

Share

COinS