This is interesting:
“Although in its early stages, the “faith-at-work movement” is beginning to demand serious attention from employers – and in some cases pose major workplace challenges – concludes a new Executive Action report from [U.S.] The Conference Board.”
“Like the social issues that helped define earlier generations, the topic of faith at work has crept into U.S. businesses. Proposals to form affinity groups, prayer breakfasts, and the introduction of corporate chaplains are among the common requests. Other more subtle signs include email signoffs that quote scripture, employee intranet postings inviting colleagues to a religious service, and requests for specific foods in the company cafeteria.
The “soul” train, says Dr. David W. Miller, Executive Director, Yale Center for Faith and Culture, has left the station. He says the faith-at-work movement is still in its early stages and companies are uncertain how to respond. He observes that this is not unlike when the civil, women’s, and gay and lesbian rights movements were just emerging. Many employers are uncertain how to deal with such emotional and potentially divisive topics. In many cases, companies try to avoid the issue entirely, an action that Miller says is a mistake.”