Calling, Career Change, and the Common Good: An Interview with Dr. Luke Bobo

Learn practical insights on career transitions, discerning your calling, and seeking the common good through your work and community. Dr. Luke Bobo shares how he transitioned from a senior engineer at McDonnell Douglas Boeing to a theologian and educator. He talks with hosts Emma and Ginny about how faith, travel, and reflection led him to pursue seminary—and a new sense of purpose. Helpful Links Articles by Dr. Luke Bobo: How Kids Find Their Calling | Common Good Magazine Missio on Generosity: Vocational Clout for the Common Good | The Washington Institute Dr. Luke Bobo’s Company: Pursuing The Greater Good Recommended Books:  Agents of Flourishing: Pursuing Shalom in Every Corner of Society (Made to Flourish Resources): Sherman, Amy L.   When Helping Hurts: How to Alleviate Poverty Without Hurting the Poor . . . and Yourself: Corbett, Steve, Fikkert, Brian, Perkins, John, Platt, David: 9780802409980: Amazon.com: Books   Send us your feedback or a suggestion of someone to interview at [email protected]   00:00 – Introduction to the Conversations Podcast 00:44 – Dr. Luke Bobo: From Engineering to Theology 04:00 – Faith-Based Advice on Career Transitions 06:44 – Discovering Purpose Through Faith and Reflection 14:15 – Understanding the Common Good from a Christian Lens 17:16 – How Churches and Individuals Can Live Out Their Calling 23:01 – Final Reflections on Vocation and Spiritual Direction