About Biblical Leadership for Excellence
About BLE
Since our founding in 1985, Biblical Leadership for Excellence (BLE) has helped thousands of people relationally integrate their faith into their work with excellence and respect.
Our Vision
Our Vision is to mobilize a growing, cohesive group of people in the workplace to be equipped as effective ambassadors of Christ.
Our Mission
Our Mission is to help people connect with God’s greater purpose in their work.
Strategic Approach
BLE groups and resources assist working Christians in…
Connecting – Teaching how to connect with God relationally in work.
Consecrating – Showing ways to consecrate all our work to God regularly.
Commissioning – Empowering people to humbly represent God by serving others.
Community – Uniting with Others for Greater Impact
Leadership
Board of Directors
David Ballard
Board President
Mark Barr
Board Member
Joe Carroll
Board Member
Ted Ownby
Board Member
Larry Rosenberger
Board Member
Missy Stagers
Board Member
Advisory Board
Mike Barker
Scott Barr
Doug Heintz
Acie Johnson
Buz Lamoureux
Jim Morrisey
Dan Rebman
Gayle Timberlake
Our Team
What We Believe
We believe God is honored by a growing, cohesive group of people in the workplace who authentically follow the teachings and character of Jesus Christ in their work.
Our Values
- Kingdom Collaboration
- Learning as We Serve
- Unyielding Commitment to the Word of God
- Vision – Driven Motivation
- Integrated Life
Our Beliefs
- God created work as a divine institution to reflect His image
- Work is uniquely instrumental in the care and cultivation of human flourishing
- Work is to be an authentic expression of worship and Christ honoring service
- The Bible provides the authority and relevance for living a fully meaningful life in work
- Christians are to be Christ’s representatives of integrity, love, humility and excellence in their work
FAQ's
How did BLE get started?
In January 1984 four men in San Antonio, TX discovered how practically the Bible related to their careers. Through discussions and times of prayer, a vision came to life desiring to impact their city for Christ through the marketplace. They started writing studies focusing on the “The Effective Christian Career” and assembled a group of ten men in pursuit of this vision. By the end of that year 21 people had been involved with many more waiting to get into a group. Due to the marketplace interest, BLE was officially founded on May 20th 1985. Since then, the ministry has expanded across the United States and abroad. BLE has conducted hundreds of classes and seminars and influenced thousands of individuals in their walk with God through mentoring and marketplace discipleship.
Is it legal to have a group meeting in my workplace that studies the Bible or prays?
No, it is certainly not illegal to meet in a workplace for religious purposes. An employer is not obligated to provide space for meetings and an employer does provide space or time for employees to meet, they cannot discriminate against other religious groups desiring the same. Any reservation of workplace space should first be obtained by the appropriate organizations leadership. For more information on this topic download: ACLJ American Center for Law & Justice Memorandum
What is the organizational structure of BLE?
BLE is an independent, non-denominational faith based 501C-3 non-profit corporation. The ministry is governed by an independent board of directors.
How is BLE funded?
The ministry is fully funded by private donations from individuals, companies, grants and donor advisor funds.
How are ministry finances viewed and handled?
Financial integrity and Biblical stewardship is of utmost importance to BLE. Annual budgets are developed and approved by the BLE Board of Directors with regular reviews of financial statements to ensure the propriety of all expenditures. All donations to the ministry are tax deductible and financial statements are open to the public. BLE also believes Christians involved in the ministry should be involved in a local church and be committed to financially supporting their local church.
How can I give to the ministry of BLE?
Donations to the ministry can be made electronically by using the donation button on the Home page of this website, or by mailing your check or money order to:
Biblical Leadership for Excellence
P.O. Box 781148
San Antonio, TX 78278
Donations can be made by individuals, companies, grants or by donor advisor funds. (For more information on how to make a legacy donation or by donating through a donor advisor fund, contact info@bleonline.org).