This episode features a conversation with Mark W. Schaefer as we discuss topics as diverse as adoption, building a career during the recession and his transformative experience with Michelangelo’s Pieta in the Vatican City. Mark teaches marketing at Rutgers University and is an author and consultant.
The books mentioned by Phil and Mark:
Jesus: A Pilgrimage by James Martin (the book Mark mentioned)
The Jesus I Never Knew by Philip Yancey (the book Phil mentioned)
Show Notes
Episode 003: How to Grow by Giving Yourself Away with Mark Schaefer
About the show
- Mark Schaefer’s experience has shaped his mission
- Balancing life and centering yourself
Time Stamp Show Notes
00:00:00 – Welcome and Intro
00:00:48 – Phil Mershon introduces Mark Schaefer
00:01:22 – Mark Schaefer’s work and family background
Mark Schaefer’s podcast: Marketing Companion
00:06:01 – What mission can I do?
00:07:00 – How do you make choices on where you believe GOD is telling you to invest your daily time?: Mark Schaefer’s prayer/mantra when times are tough: “Thy will be done.”
00:08:59 – How do you start your day?
00:12:03 – When Time Stands Still for Mark Schaefer: Michelangelo’s Pieta
00:16:23 – Mark’s spiritual journey at that time
00:18:54 – Balancing Our Four Spheres
00:23:57 – Give one big message to fellow Christian men
00:25:44 – Grandfather
00:27:32 – Book: Jesus: A Pilgrimage by James Martin
00:30:04 – Book: The Jesus I Never Knew by Philip Yancey
00:30:33 – Joe Theismann and a young Paul Newman
00:32:04 – Thank you very much Mark Schaefer and wrap up