Resources for Vocation

There are many resources available to help you to explore the question of your vocation. We have listed some of the better known books and websites here.

We have tended not to include resources about calling to different kinds of ordianed ministries. There is usually plenty of help available within different churches to explore these kinds of callings.

You will probably find that you need the encouragement and support of others to help you with this vitally important part of exploring your discipleship. We need others to help us to discern God's call to us. This is one of the really important roles of the church when we gather together.

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

Tentmaking - Perspectives on Self-Supporting Ministry

Tentmaking - Perspectives on Self-Supporting Ministry
Resource Type
Book
Author
James Francis and Leslie Francis
Publisher
Gracewing (1998)
ISBN
0852443692
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This book is essential reading for all who are concerned with the development of self-supporting ministers, ministers in secular employment and local ministry

Vocation

Called or Collared?: An Alternative Approach to Vocation

Called or Collared?: An Alternative Approach to Vocation
Resource Type
Book
Author
Francis Dewar
Publisher
SPCK (2000)
ISBN
0281053502
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The book updates references to women's ordination and now uses inclusive language throughout. Vocation in this context means that God calls every human being to a particular task, if only we can stop and listen.

 

Exploring your Vocation - Stop working and Start Living

Exploring your Vocation - Stop working and Start Living
Resource Type
Book
Author
Matt Bird
Publisher
Spring Harvest Publishing (2002)
ISBN
1850784760
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Exploring vocation offers practical advice on how we can find God in whatever work we do. Offers a five step journey of discovery and explore options and alternatives in a bid to reach your vocation and service in life

God of Surprises

God of Surprises
Resource Type
Book
Author
Gerard Hughes
Publisher
Darton, Longman and Todd (2008)
ISBN
0232527253
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Gerard Hughes shows a way that you can find yourself, your position in life and your relationship with God.

How to Find Your Vocation - A guide to discovering the work you love

How to Find Your Vocation -  A guide to discovering the work you love
Resource Type
Book
Author
John Adair
Publisher
Canterbury Press (2002)
ISBN
1853114162
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Is your job, and the lifestyle it brings, totally satisfying? Or do you feel, even vaguely, that somewhere there must be something more challenging, more fulfilling and more rewarding for you? If so, you may already be on your way to discovering what is uniquely shaped to fit your gifts, abilities and temperament: your vocation.

Invitations: God's Calling for Everyone - Stories and Quotations to Illuminate a Journey

Invitations: God's Calling for Everyone - Stories and Quotations to Illuminate a Journey
Resource Type
Book
Author
Francis Dewar
Publisher
SPCK (1996)
ISBN
0281049483
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A collection of stories and quotations focusing on God's calling to joyous life and fruitfulness, each in our own way. This title invites us on a journey of discovery to find ourselves and our true work and acts as a companion on that quest.

 

Life Calling: A 5-session Course on Vocation for Lent

Life Calling: A 5-session Course on Vocation for Lent
Resource Type
Book
Author
Robert Warren and Kate Bruce
Publisher
Church House Publishing (2007)
ISBN
0715141376
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Some people think that vocation is just for special people...but God calls us all to live our lives shaped and directed by his call. This Lent course explores the meaning of vocation for everyone.

 

Live for a Change: Discovering and Using Your Gifts

Live for a Change: Discovering and Using Your Gifts
Resource Type
Book
Author
Francis Dewar
Publisher
Darton, Longman and Todd (1999)
ISBN
0232523495
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Few of us are sufficiently in touch with our own still centre to live from within outwards. This is a book to help and encourage readers to live at least some of their life that way.'

 

Purpose-driven Life: What on Earth Am I Here For?

Purpose-driven Life: What on Earth Am I Here For?
Resource Type
Book
Author
Rick Warren
Publisher
Zondervan Publishing House (2003)
ISBN
0310210747
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Rick Warren helps readers to discover, develop, and fulfill God's purpose for their lives

The Path: Creating Your Mission Statement for Work and for Life

The Path: Creating Your Mission Statement for Work and for Life
Resource Type
Book
Author
Laurie Beth Jones
Publisher
Hyperion (1998)
ISBN
0786882417
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Provides spiritual insights and practical advice as part of a program for fulfilling personal business goals and explains how to develop life-propelling action plans.

 

Transforming Lives

Transforming Lives
Resource Type
Website
Website Address
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For anyone interested in the contribution that Christian teachers can make in Britain today. Their aim is to raise the profile of teaching as a Christian vocation.

What God wants for your Life

What God wants for your Life
Resource Type
Book
Author
Frederick Schmidt.
Publisher
Harper San Francisco (2006)
ISBN
0060834498
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This book explores how we can recognise the difference between God's will and our own and deepen our ability to understand God's purposes.

What Should I Do with My Life?

What Should I Do with My Life?
Resource Type
Book
Author
Po Bronson
Publisher
Vintage (2004)
ISBN
0099437996
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Here are over 50 short real-life stories of people who woke up and realised that "this is not a dress rehearsal". They took the trouble to ask what life is for, where their real gifts lie and what they really want to do with their lives.