The Joseph Project is a faith-based jobs initiative connecting people with jobs. Participants go through a week-long job preparation training program and then are offered a chance to interview with companies looking to hire. The project started as a constituent service through the office of U.S. Senator Ron Johnson in partnership with Greater Praise Church of God in Christ founding Pastor Jerome Smith Sr.  While traveling the state, the senator found that manufacturers' number one concern was not having enough workers.  Yet when he visited central city neighborhoods, the problem was not enough jobs.  Joseph Project volunteers, Johnson staffers and Greater Praise Church of God in Christ members work to identify people ready for a life change, based on their attitude and determination. Each month, a new group of participants attends free week-long sessions at the church.  The classes, taught by volunteers, cover topics such as teamwork, time management, goal setting, financial management, interview preparation, conflict resolution and spiritual fitness.  Participants who complete the 4-day workshop get a job interview with employers who are looking to hire.