“He will be like a refiner and purifier of silver; he will purify the sons of Levi and refine them like gold and silver. Then they will present offerings to the Lord in righteousness.” Malachi 3:3
MISSION
Awaken: The Foundry exists to refine and strengthen men in their faith, forging them into
Christ-centered leaders in their families, church, and community.
Christ-centered leaders in their families, church, and community.
VISION
To forge men into devoted disciples who lead with strength, live with integrity, and serve
with humility - bringing the gospel to their homes, workplaces, and communities.
with humility - bringing the gospel to their homes, workplaces, and communities.
CORE VALUES
Refinement Through Christ (Malachi 3:3)
Refinement Through Christ (Malachi 3:3)
We believe God purifies and refines men through trials, discipline, and discipleship.
Malachi 3:3 (CSB) – “He will be like a refiner and purifier of silver…”
We believe God purifies and refines men through trials, discipline, and discipleship.
Malachi 3:3 (CSB) – “He will be like a refiner and purifier of silver…”
Transformation Over Conformity (Romans 12:2)
Our goal is to shape men who think, live, and lead according to God's will, rejecting worldly influences.
Romans 12:2 (CSB) – “Do not be conformed to this age, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind…”
Romans 12:2 (CSB) – “Do not be conformed to this age, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind…”
Brotherhood & Accountability (Proverbs 27:17)
We sharpen one another through encouragement, accountability, and discipleship.
Proverbs 27:17 (CSB) – “Iron sharpens iron, and one person sharpens another.”
Proverbs 27:17 (CSB) – “Iron sharpens iron, and one person sharpens another.”
Authentic Community (Galatians 6:2)
We foster deep, Christ-centered relationships where men support, challenge, and build one another up.
Galatians 6:2 (CSB) – “Carry one another’s burdens; in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.”
Galatians 6:2 (CSB) – “Carry one another’s burdens; in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.”
Committed Discipleship (2 Timothy 2:2)
We equip men to be strong in their faith and to disciple others.
2 Timothy 2:2 (CSB) – “What you have heard from me... commit to faithful men who will be able to teach others also.”
2 Timothy 2:2 (CSB) – “What you have heard from me... commit to faithful men who will be able to teach others also.”
Faithful Investors (2 Corinthians 9:6)
We steward our time, talents, and resources to build the Kingdom of God.
2 Corinthians 9:6 (CSB) – “The one who sows generously will also reap generously.”
2 Corinthians 9:6 (CSB) – “The one who sows generously will also reap generously.”
Gospel-Centered Mission (Just Go) (Mark 16:15)
We are called to share the gospel and make disciples.
Mark 16:15 (CSB) – “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.”
Mark 16:15 (CSB) – “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.”
Devoted Prayer (1 Thessalonians 5:17)
We believe in the power of prayer to transform lives and guide our ministry.
1 Thessalonians 5:17 (CSB) – “Pray constantly.”
1 Thessalonians 5:17 (CSB) – “Pray constantly.”
Strength in Humility (1 Peter 5:6)
True strength is found in surrender to Christ and service to others.
1 Peter 5:6 (CSB) – “Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God, so that he may exalt you at the proper time.”
1 Peter 5:6 (CSB) – “Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God, so that he may exalt you at the proper time.”