Wagner Center
Faith & Freedom Fellowship
"So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God."
1 Cor 10:31 (NIV)
A Vision Bigger Than a Career
Every Calling. Every Profession. Every Corner of Culture.
The Faith & Freedom Fellowship prepares students to view their professional calling as an opportunity for Christian stewardship. Whether serving in law, government, education, healthcare, business, technology, or the arts, Fellows learn to bring biblical truth, moral conviction, and faithful leadership into every sphere of culture.
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Our purpose is not simply to prepare students for successful careers, but for lives of significance—lives devoted to serving Christ, loving their neighbors, defending the vulnerable, and preserving the foundations of a free and just society.
The Three Pillars of the Fellowship
FAITH
Fellows develop a biblical worldview grounded in Scripture, reason, and Christian discipleship. Through thoughtful discussion and intellectual formation, they learn to approach the challenges of contemporary culture with confidence, humility, and conviction.
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FREEDOM
Fellows examine the moral, historical, and constitutional foundations of liberty. They explore religious freedom, conscience, human dignity, and the principles of the American Founding while developing the knowledge and courage to defend fundamental freedoms.
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FELLOWSHIP
Through personal mentorship, professional development, and practical experience, Fellows learn from Christian scholars and experienced leaders. They cultivate the relationships, character, and sense of calling necessary for a lifetime of faithful influence.
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From Conviction to Action
Faith That Thinks. Courage That Acts. Love That Serves.
The Faith & Freedom Fellowship challenges participants to translate biblical understanding into faithful action. Through meaningful projects and experiences, Fellows connect their convictions with the needs of their communities and the challenges facing society.
Defending Human Dignity and Fundamental Freedoms
Supporting initiatives that protect religious liberty, freedom of conscience, free expression, parental rights, and the sanctity of human life.
Serving the Vulnerable
Assisting efforts that defend the persecuted, protect the defenseless, serve those in need, and promote justice.
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Engaging Law and Public Policy
Researching constitutional questions, examining government actions, and contributing to informed discussions about law, governance, and the rule of law.
Informing and Influencing Culture
Developing research, articles, media, educational resources, and other communications that bring Christian principles to contemporary issues.
Practicing Vocational Leadership
Applying biblical principles to business, education, healthcare, science, government, the arts, and other fields of professional calling.
Becoming a Faith & Freedom Fellow
Growing in Wisdom. Strengthening Character. Answering the Call.
01 — Intellectual Formation
Develop a deeper understanding of Scripture, Christian principles, history, law, and the challenges confronting contemporary culture.
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02 — Mentorship and Discipleship
Learn from Christian scholars, professionals, and experienced leaders through relationships that strengthen character and clarify calling.
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03 — Practical Engagement
Put biblical principles into practice through research, professional experience, service, and cultural engagement.
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04 — Fellowship Recognition
Successful completion of the Fellowship's discipleship, mentoring, and experiential requirements leads to recognition as a Wagner Faith & Freedom Center Fellow.
Meet Our Fellows
Roman Kortman
A Spring Arbor University business student passionate about integrating faith, principled leadership, and effective communication to positively influence culture and public life.
Murphy McCool
A Spring Arbor University student passionate about integrating biblical truth, media, and public service to advance Christ-centered civic engagement and cultural renewal.
Ceana Wehr
A Spring Arbor University student who has engaged in legislative research, public policy advocacy, and Christian worldview discipleship, applying biblical convictions to real-world challenges.
Joshua Lang
A Michigan State University law student interested in criminal and constitutional law, committed to bringing Christian wisdom and conviction into public discourse.
Joshua Price
A Ferris State University business graduate and Student Statesmanship Institute leader passionate about mentoring young people, developing principled leadership, and engaging the next generation in civic life.
Noah Stambaugh
A Spring Arbor University history graduate focused on engaging questions of faith, public policy, and political culture through thoughtful, Christ-centered dialogue.
