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| Cash, Karen C. "A Framework for Accommodating
Religion and Spirituality in the Workplace." Academy of Management
Executive (August 31, 2000): pp. 124-48. Notes: Available fulltext on Westlaw Abstract: After more than 35 years of exposure to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws, employers in the United States are struggling to understand and effectively deal with the challenges of employee rights and needs in the workplace. The workplace of the early 21st century is a much more diverse and dynamic environment than that visualized by legislative crafters of EEO laws. Though religion was addressed in the original laws, the primary focus was accommodation for religious observances outside the workplace. However, technology, global competition, downsizing, and reengineering have created a workforce of employees seeking value, support, and meaning in their lives that finds expression not only at home but also on the job. This search for religious and spiritual meaning in the workplace is a departure from the more traditional business mentality of "power, profit, and takeovers, where religion was something saved for the Sabbath day." Greater spiritual and religious accommodation has become a source for achieving that meaning and support. Champlin, Joseph M. Slow Down: Five-Minute Meditations to De-Stress Your Days. Notre Dame, IN: Sorin Books, 2003. Call Number: BX 2350.3.C42 2003 Abstract: Adapted from a series of popular radio messages and created especially for busy people, these five-minute meditations will help you slow down and regain a sense of spirituality in your days. Davis, Steven L. "Law Enforcement Personnel and Dealing with Depression." [http://www.stevedavis.org/spiritof the law.html]. Abstract: Dr. Steven Davis spearheaded SpiritoftheLaw.org website as a resource for Law Enforcement Administration, EAP units, and other caregivers to those in law enforcement and other initial responders. It provides resources to help neutralize the toxic effects of being exposed to evil on a continual basis. The Spirit of the Law is an effort to bring together the experience, expertise, wisdom and insights of those who work within the law enforcement community so as to maximize the benefits of those we serve. Gallup, George. The Next American Spirituality: Finding God in the Twenty-First Century. Colorado Springs, CO: Cook Communitions Ministries, 2000. Call Number: BL 2525.G347 2000 Abstract: Describes and documents a number of edges of change in our culture, particularly those born of spirituality and religious renewal. These have relevance not only for what is and what will come, but also for how we can-- now --respond to unprecedented opportunities and powerful challenges. It offers suggestions how leaders and influencers as well as "just plain folks" can make a difference. Gant, Don, et al. "Spirituality in the Workplace: New Empirical Directions in the Study of the Sacred." Sociology of Religion (Fall 2004): pp.265-83. Notes: Available fulltext on Wilsonweb. Abstract: In stark contrast to Weber's warnings about bureaucracies parceling out the soul of workers, several popular and business writers claim that "spirituality is exploding in the workplace." Drawing on recent sociological research on spiritual practices, experiences, and discourse, we scrutinize this claim through a case study of a university hospital's nursing staff. We demonstrate that even in a workplace where a large majority of employees believe that their work practices are spiritual, they experience the sacred in a variety of ways, and are eager to talk about spirituality, many workers may still struggle to find opportunities to practice their spiritual beliefs, they may have other work experiences that cause them to doubt spirituality's relevance, and they may perceive talk about spirituality to be unwelcome. Implications of our findings for future sociological research on the sacred and the debate over secularization are discussed. Garcia-Zamor, Jean-Claude. "Workplace Spirituality and Organizational Performance." Public Administration Review (May/June 2003): pp. 355-67. Abstract: This article reviews the literature on workplace spirituality, pointing out emergent theories and examining the links between this phenomenon and organizational dynamics. It also examines workplace spirituality in a historical context and compares it to religious beliefs and to established ethical theories and moral principles. The article also looks at organizations in which an emphasis on spiritual values has had an impact on work productivity. While some corporations have institutionalized spirituality, public agencies are reluctant to follow suit for fear of violating the principle of church-state separation. Finally, the article suggests ways that managers and administrators in both the public and private sector can use workplace spirituality to increase performance and develop ethical organizations. Guillory, William A. The Living Organization: Spirituality in the Workplace. Salt Lake City, UT: Innovations International, Inc., 2000. Call Number: HD 31.G84L67 2000 Abstract: Change is accelerating all around us. Customers' expectations are rising constantly. Employees are expecting real meaning in their work and pride in their employer. The globalization of all segments of the economy grows, and as Guillory points out, embracing globalization by definition means embracing diversity. Our interconnectedness with our environment demands acknowledgement and action. Creating living organizations and bringing spirituality into our workplaces is firstly a moral issue, but it will also be a competitive necessity in the twenty-first century. The ensuing pages push back our blinders to see this more clearly and point us towards the journey ahead. Gunther, Marc. "God & Business." Fortune (July 9, 2001): pp. 58-80. Abstract: Bringing spirituality into the workplace violates the old idea that faith and fortune don't mix. But a groundswell of believers is breaching the last taboo in corporate America. Johnson, Heather. "Taboo No More." Training (April 2004): pp. 22-6. Abstract: Religion never has been and never will be the first topic to be discussed over lunch or in the break room, but more and more people are discovering that bringing their spirituality to work can be a good thing. And the topic is only as taboo as we make it. Kowalski, Judith A. and Dean J. Collins. To Serve and Protect: Law Enforcement Officers Reflect on Their Faith and Work. Minneapolis, MN: Augsburg, 1992. Call Number: BV 4596.P7T6 1992 Abstract: These are the personal stories of law enforcement officers and their spouses willing to reflect upon the interaction between police work and the Christian faith. This book is neither a scientific study of law enforcement, nor a technical book on spirituality. Rather, it presents interviews about the faith and work of particular people in their own words. Lewis, Jeffrey S. and Gary D. Geroy. "Employee Spirituality in the Workplace: A Cross-Cultural View For the Management of Spiritual Employees." Journal of Management Education (October 2000): pp. 682-94. Abstract: The United States' workplace is evolving to reflect the diversity within its society. Reflected within the society are numerous spiritual beliefs and practices that are ingrained in the cultures. Employees have always brought their spiritual beliefs to work but most have been required to suppress any spiritual expression. Recent trends including the valuing of diversity; a tolerance for spiritual beliefs; an integration of Asian, Central American, and South American immigrants causing a more culturally diverse workforce; and the introduction of political correctness have influenced increased spiritual expression on the job. The cultural mix reflects not only ethnic diversity but also a diversity of beliefs and behaviors that influence workplace roles. Employees have started manifesting spiritual beliefs and practices at work, which has contributed to a more diverse workplace. Menz, Robert L. A Pastoral Counselor's Model for Wellness in the Workplace: Psychergonomics. New York: Haworth, 2003. Call Number: BV 2695.W6M46 2003 Abstract: Although ergonomics has become a popular concept in workplace safety and comfort, the 'psyche' has generally been neglected. Dr. Menz has filled the gap with a creative expansion of ergonomics to 'psychergonomics,' which considers the well-being of the mind, body, and spirit. As an experienced health care chaplain and a certified pastoral counselor, Menz speaks with clarity and understanding about these roles in workplace ministry. He addresses issues such as violence and community. In clarifying what he means by psychergonomics, he gives a helpful overview of the major mental and emotional disorders that are common in workplace settings, and he provides a comprehensive summary of the concept and practice of wellness. Miller, William C. "Responsible Leadership: Base Your Leadership on Spiritual Roots." May 2001. [http://workplacespirituality.info.html]. Abstract: This website encourages expressions and thoughts about the idea and practice of spirituality in the workplace. Mitroff, Ian I. A Spiritual Audit of Corporate America. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass, 1999. Call Number: HD 4905.M53 1999 Abstract: This first-ever survey of spiritual beliefs and practices among managers and executives finds that, while most people have strong spiritual beliefs, few feel that they can act on those beliefs at work. And yet, overall company performance is actually higher in companies where company values and spiritual values coalesce. Filling a gap in today's literature on spirituality and business, this book examines five proven models for introducing spirituality to the workplace and spells out strengths and weaknesses of each model. More than a personal guide to spiritual well-being, it provides a thorough treatise on harnessing the immense spiritual energy at everyone's core, and outlines solutions for bringing that energy into the organization. Morgan, James F. "How Should Business Respond to a More Religious Workplace?" Advanced Management Journal (Autumn 2004): pp.11-19. Notes: Available fulltext on Wilsonweb Abstract: This article suggests primary reasons for the recent incursion of religion into the workplace. It explores the extant legal environment, and proposes measures that businesses should consider to help navigate the dangerous legal waters associated with the rise of religious practices in the workplace. ________. "Perhaps Oil and Water Can Mix: The Workplace Religious Freedom Act of 2005." Employee Relations Law Journal (Winter 2005): pp. 27-47. Abstract: For decades it was "taboo" for an employee to bring his or her religion to the workplace. Today's workers are no longer recognizing the traditional wall that has separated faith from work. Moreover, religious pluralism is on the rise in the United States, forcing employers to deal with employees following a growing array of religious and spirituality movements. In an attempt to create a more equitable balance between the employer's right to operate its business and the employee's rights to practice their faith at work, Congress is considering passage of the Workplace Religious Freedom Act of 2005. Employers should be aware of provisions of this legislative proposal in light of an ever-changing religious climate. Peale, Norman Vincent. The Power of Positive Thinking. New York: Ballantine, 1996. Call Number: BV 4908.5.P42 1996 Abstract: This book is written with the sole objective of helping the reader achieve a happy, satisfying, and worthwhile life. Pierce, Gregory F. A. Spirituality@Work: Ten Ways to Balance Your Life On-the-Job. Chicago, IL: Loyola Press, 2001. Call Number: BV 4593.P54 2001 Abstract: From the day laborer to the CEO, everyone who works grapples with imperfection, seeks to hone interpersonal skills, and strives to deal with competition in effective ways. Developing these and other real-life issues, the author updates and expands the traditional categories of spirituality and work. He shows how each of us can successfully balance our work with other aspects of life. Plante, Thomas G. and Allen C. Sherman [eds.]. Faith and Health. New York: Guilford, 2001. Call Number: BL 65.M4F35 2001 Abstract: Examines ties between faith and health both in the general population and in groups of special interest. The book also addresses issues related to clinical practice, including the assessment of spiritual and religious concerns in psychotherapy and the use of spiritual interventions in treatment. It provides a critical appraisal of the field, with attention to ethical concerns. Rochelle, Dudley. "When Faith and Work Clash." Security Management (January 2005): pp. 59-68. Abstract: Religious diversity and the desire for vocal religious expression are both more prevalent in today's workforce than they have been in the past. Given these factors, it is increasingly important for companies to understand what the law says about individual rights and religious expression on the job. Management should know that religious activities in the workplace are lawful as long as they are voluntary, open, and noncoercive. Salopek,
Jennifer J. "Engaging Mind, Body, and Spirit at Work." Training
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