Faith and Work Resources

Here is a series of resources that relate to the broad area of faith, work and the world and ways of thinking about the church dispersed in the world.

You will find more specific resources relating to each of the key topics that After Sunday addresses in that specific section of the menu.

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Church

Church on the Edge

Church on the Edge
Resource Type
Book
Author
John Thomson
Publisher
Darton, Longman and Todd (2004)
ISBN
0232525668
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The author argues that the fact that the church is marginalized is now one of its greatest strengths. From this position it is easier to grasp fresh perspective on life and offers new insights about Christian identity, discipleship and ministry.

Church that Works

Church that Works
Resource Type
Book
Author
David Oliver and James Thwaithes
Publisher
Authentic Lifestyle (2003)
ISBN
1860244475
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The authors argue that the church when not meeting, worshipping and praying is just as important and significant as when it is gathered together.Church meetings need to be relevant to life and serve the eternal purposes of a working God in the world of work

Faith in Action

Disciples and Citizens: A Vision for Distinctive Living

Disciples and Citizens: A Vision for Distinctive Living
Resource Type
Book
Author
Graham Cray
Publisher
InterVarsity Press (2007)
ISBN
1844741575
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How should we live as dual citizens: citizens both of the kingdom of God and of our nation? How much should we involve ourselves in society and public life?. Graham Cray shows that there are profound gospel reasons for taking seriously both our national life and our call to be Christian citizens

Ministry

All who Minister - New ways of serving God’s people

All who Minister - New ways of serving God’s people
Resource Type
Book
Author
Maylanne Maybee
Publisher
ABC Publishing
ISBN
1551263416
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This book contains many first hand stories from the frontiers of alternative ministries in Canada. Those who are seeking to expand ‘mainstream’ forms of ministry and forge new paths will find this an encouraging book

Mission

Believing in the Future - Towards a Missiology of Western Culture

Believing in the Future - Towards a Missiology of Western Culture
Resource Type
Book
Author
David Bosch
Publisher
Trinity Press (2005)
ISBN
0852443331
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This short book offers an analysis of the post-modern world, the legacy of the Enlightenment and Christian faith in a post-modern age. It offers a summary of the five ingredients of an approach to mission in Western culture and argues that it should be primarily a ministry of the laity

Mission Shaped Questions

Mission Shaped Questions
Resource Type
Book
Editor(s)
Steven Croft
Publisher
Church House Publishing (2008)
ISBN
0715141538
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Five years ago, "Mission-shaped Church" presented a challenge to church leaders. Now "Mission-Shaped Questions" helps them take their thinking to a deeper level. Drawn from a range of Anglican and Methodist backgrounds, the highly-respected contributors take an incisive look at church and its future. This title raises questions such as 'What is the essence of the church'? and 'Can fresh expressions of church make a difference'? These contributions are an essential read for anyone committed to the future of church and mission.

Reflecting With God

Mission Shaped Church

Mission Shaped Church
Resource Type
Book
Author
Rowan Williams
Publisher
Church House Publishing (2004)
ISBN
0715140132
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Rowan Williams explores Mission Shaped Church

Where is God on Monday?

Where is God on Monday?
Resource Type
Book
Author
Alistair Mackenzie and Wayne Kirkland
Publisher
Navpress Publishing Group (2003)
ISBN
1576834298
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A fusion of biblical insights and observations from the marketplace.

Spirituality

Do Christians know how to be Spiritual?

Do Christians know how to be Spiritual?
Resource Type
Book
Author
John Drane
Publisher
Darton, Longman and Todd (2005)
ISBN
023252632X
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The author presents a quick tour of the cultural changes being experienced in Western views of spirituality identifying the challenges and opportunities this presents to the Christian church. He focuses on how the Christian community can connect with spiritual seekers in today’s world.

Theology of Work

After Sunday

After Sunday
Resource Type
Book
Author
Armand Larive
Publisher
Continuum (2004)
ISBN
0826415911
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Comment

This is an innovative exploration of the theology of work whilst still being anchored in the daily realties if Christian life. Larive proposes a Trinitarian account of secular work as a calling to co-creation.

Thank God its Monday - Ministry in the Workplace

Thank God its Monday - Ministry in the Workplace
Resource Type
Book
Author
Mark Greene
Publisher
ABC Publishing (2001)
ISBN
1859995039
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This highly practical book looks at how we can make the most of the time we spend at work. It helps us to see our jobs, our co-workers and our bosses the way God sees them.