ABOUTMIRRORLABS
Mirror Labs exists to better understand the current problems facing young men today and rally local leaders together to develop fresh, experimental solutions. Mirror Labs operates as the research and development arm of Man in the Mirror, a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to men’s discipleship since 1986.
ABOUT MIRROR LABS
Mirror Labs exists to better understand the current problems facing young men today and rally local leaders together to develop fresh, experimental solutions. Mirror Labs operates as the research and development arm of Man in the Mirror, a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to men’s discipleship since 1986.
OURAPPROACH
RESEARCH + DEVELOPMENT + SCALE = TRANSFORMATION
Mirror Labs recognizes that new approaches are needed for the underserved demographic of men in their 20s and 30s. We are leading the way with experimental strategies designed to meet the unique felt needs of this group.
OURAPPROACH
RESEARCH + DEVELOPMENT + SCALE = TRANSFORMATION
Mirror Labs recognizes that new approaches are needed for the underserved demographic of men in their 20s and 30s. We are leading the way with experimental strategies designed to meet the unique felt needs of this group.
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ACADEMIA EXPLORES THE PROBLEM
For each social issue we identify, the first phase is research. Partnering with foundations and research firms, we will conduct targeted academic research among men aged 22-40. Included in this phase are the use of focus groups, convening subject matter experts to verify focus group findings, and developing a survey and statistical model to measure the scope and impact of the issue.
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LOCAL CHURCHES EXPERIMENT SOLUTIONS
The development phase is centered around multiple City Labs with quarterly gatherings of local church leaders committed to tackling our highlighted social issue. Together, based on the research produced, leaders will propose and field test fresh, innovative solutions, resulting in a conference where lessons learned and successful strategies are shared, with the best results rising to the top.
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MIRROR LABS LAUNCHES BEST RESOURCES
The development phase is centered around multiple City Labs with quarterly gatherings of local church leaders committed to tackling our highlighted social issue. Together, based on the research produced, leaders will propose and field test fresh, innovative solutions, resulting in a conference where lessons learned and successful strategies are shared, with the best results rising to the top.
JEREMY SCHURKE
DIRECTOR OF MIRROR LABS
I believe that men in their 20s and 30s today are in a desperate state. They are trying to become independent adults as they navigate foundational life milestones of career, marriage and parenting. Across the board, most will admit they are drowning in these new responsibilities in isolation. They need help. To have this opportunity to tackle difficult questions, develop new ideas, and move guys into deeper relationships is really exciting! Over the past several years, my interests have evolved around exploring how young guys can better engage their spiritual pilgrimages and participate in deep community. I am particularly interested in those who are disenchanted, disenfranchised, and disengaged from the traditional church. I believe there is no deeper, spiritual community than the church... at least on paper—biblical paper. There are also many problems with the church as we know it. (Surprise!) And yet, I still believe humans flourish most when following Jesus, striving to loving one another, and creatively building out God's Kingdom here on Earth. Previously, I have worked with LSU’s students and athletic department, as a missionary in Haiti, and church planting in the inner-city of Jacksonville, Florida. I am a married millennial with my wife, Jenn, and we are raising our four children: Effi, Wolfgang, Link, and Ender.
CONTACT JEREMY
JEREMY SCHURKE
DIRECTOR OF MIRROR LABS
I believe that men in their 20s and 30s today are in a desperate state. They are trying to become independent adults as they navigate foundational life milestones of career, marriage and parenting. Across the board, most will admit they are drowning in these new responsibilities in isolation. They need help. To have this opportunity to tackle difficult questions, develop new ideas, and move guys into deeper relationships is really exciting! Over the past several years, my interests have evolved around exploring how young guys can better engage their spiritual pilgrimages and participate in deep community. I am particularly interested in those who are disenchanted, disenfranchised, and disengaged from the traditional church. I believe there is no deeper, spiritual community than the church... at least on paper—biblical paper. There are also many problems with the church as we know it. (Surprise!) And yet, I still believe humans flourish most when following Jesus, striving to loving one another, and creatively building out God's Kingdom here on Earth. Previously, I have worked with LSU’s students and athletic department, as a missionary in Haiti, and church planting in the inner-city of Jacksonville, Florida. I am a married millennial with my wife, Jenn, and we are raising our four children: Effi, Wolfgang, Link, and Ender.
CONTACT JEREMY