About
In the early part of 2006, Daniel and Jeanette Tostenson were introduced to the story of William Wilberforce and his Clapham Circle of friends:
In the latter part of the 18th century, William Wilberforce was a young member of the British Parliament, and a recent convert to Christianity.
Upon his conversion, he thought of leaving a career in politics and pursuing a more “spiritual” occupation. However, after seeking counsel from his pastor, John Newton (A former slave trader), he was convinced that the realm of politics was his spiritual calling and that taking up the fight against the slave trade was to be his spiritual pursuit.
During this time William was also introduced to a group of individuals from a small community in England known as Clapham. Though some were in the professional ministry, most of the members of this close-knit group were made upof lay people and business professionals. They believed their calling was to impact the world around them for the Gospel ofJesus Christ from outside of the four walls of a church building, The group willingly gave of their time, talents and resources to pursue spiritual reform in a variety of societal areas, including prison and welfare reform, missions, addressing the moral decline in society, and of course, the abolition of the slave trade. Together, William Wilberforce and his Clapham friends were able, through much toil and great personal sacrifice, to impact and effectively change the world around them for the
Gospel of Jesus Christ, the eventual abolition of the slavetrade being considered as their most glorious and lastingvictory.
The story of William Wilberforce and his Clapham Friends is what stirred Daniel and Jeanette’s hearts, first giv ing them a passion for seeing the restoration of America back to God, and second, that, in order to accomplish this, believers must recognize and embrace the truth that God is calling all of His followers to impact ALL of society; and that their calling, though it may bring them through the door of professional ministry, more likely will take them through unlikely “doors of ministry” that could include the arenas of politics and government, business, media, entertainment, education and community involvement to name a few.
The Clapham Society Founders
Jeanette & Daniel Tostenson
It is in light of Daniel and Jeanette’s introduction to the story of William Wilberforce and his Clapham Circle of Friends (and what they were able to accomplish together), along with their own unique set of life experiences and spiritual direction, that they felt their calling of God to speak to the needs outside of the church walls and to encourage others who may find that same sense of spiritual nudging from the Lord.
Daniel & Jeanette are also small business owner... their life goal is to leave a foundation to support Christian works for future generations.
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Contributor
Paul Granda
What man in his right mind joins the United States Army at age 40 in pursuit of a career in Special Forces or rides his bicycle across the United States in 27 days from San Diego, California to Jacksonville, Florida and in a single day climbed to the peak of Mount Whitney (14,505 feet) the tallest mountain in the continental United States? Paul does, because of his tenacious drive to seek God and believe that all things are possible he pursues life by stepping out in faith and taking calculated risk. With a bachelor’s degree in Ministry, an appetite for Theology and a patriotic fervor, everything Paul does revolves around his love for God, country, and people.
Paul Granda is a resilient man of God, a Warrior Diplomat, a venturer, coach, writer and a public speaker whose exploits and efforts to fulfill his mission in life has inspired many to believe in their own dormant desires to live a life with purpose and passion.
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Mission
The mission of The Clapham Society is to establish “a community of friends” to influence and impact our society and country in the name of the gospel of Jesus Christ, in both private and public sectors, and at local, state and federal levels of engagement; it is a call to pursue a mandate for spiritual and moral reformation and revival.