Built by a storyteller for storytellers
Tekton's Table exists to help missionaries visually tell God's story and build lasting relationships with their supporters.
What is a Tekton?
In the New Testament Greek, the word is tekton, which had a broader meaning than just carpenter - it referred to a builder, craftsman, or artisan who worked with various materials including wood and stone. This is particularly relevant when thinking about Jesus, who is described as a tekton (and the son of a tekton). While traditionally translated as carpenter, He was likely more of a general construction worker or builder, possibly working with both wood and stone, which would have been common in the building trades of first-century Galilee.
The Tekton's Workshop
A tekton's workplace would typically be called a workshop or shop. In Greek, this was referred to as an ergasterion - which literally means a place of work where craftsmen practiced their trade. These workshops were simple structures with basic tools - saws, axes, adzes, chisels, planes, and measuring instruments. It was where tektons worked on various projects, from making furniture and agricultural tools to crafting doors, roof beams, and window frames.
Just as Jesus worked at His father's table building things that mattered, Tekton's Table is your workspace to build lasting connections with those who support God's work through you.
Meet Wes Shinn
Co-Founder & CEO
My journey as a visual storyteller began over two decades ago in military photojournalism, documenting impactful stories and capturing intricate details during major national disasters. This experience taught me to remain calm under pressure and find beauty in challenging situations.
With 17 years of experience as a professional photographer and filmmaker, and formal education in film school, I have mastered the art of transforming moments into lasting memories. My cinematic eye and passion for storytelling have served hundreds of couples and families.
I have long been called to believe in the missions field for God's kingdom. I have always believed in visual storytelling, and Tekton's Table is a way of bridging the modern-day gap for missionaries to visually tell God's story.
Family First
Married to Keiko for 14 years (since 2011), with three children—Hana, Elias, and Emi—and our dog River, who we consider our fourth child. Family is at the center of everything I do.
Daily Motivation
I spend every day with quiet time with God. I am a believer and give thanks every day to God for being alive. I also work out and make my family a priority.
Places I have Traveled
Japan, China, Colombia, Peru, Kenya, Ukraine, Kyrgyzstan, England, Mexico, and France. Each journey has deepened my understanding of global missions and the unique challenges missionaries face.
What Makes Me Smile
Watching couples get married and adventures with my family. There is nothing more fulfilling than capturing life's most important moments and experiencing them with the people I love.
Building Genuine Connections
Daily One Accord represents my commitment to serving churches and missionaries with the same dedication I have brought to capturing life's most important moments. Just as I build genuine connections with couples to capture their authentic stories, I am committed to understanding the unique needs of each missionary and church we serve.
Tekton's Table is more than software - it's a workshop where God's storytellers can build lasting relationships with their supporters.
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