faith & work
Equipping Christians in Oxford to work for the glory of God.
"Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart as if working for the Lord, not for men”
Most of us have to work. Whether it’s to earn a living, to care for a family, to study or engage in research, to volunteer to serve others, to create art or make music, or to train as an athlete, it involves work – often hard work. Our aim is to equip people to understand more about how the Christian faith is relevant to all aspects of everyday life, so that we can serve God more effectively, be good news on our front line (whatever kind of work that may involve) and find fulfilment in our work. Every job will bring unique challenges that Christians must learn to navigate in order to glorify God in the work that they undertake.
We’ve curated a wide range of resources to help you learn more, go deeper, discover new ideas and understand why your daily work matters to God and why God should matter to your work.
Learn the basics
Why Work Matters by Chris Gillies offers a short overview of the theology of work. Read here >>
Here are some key passages and role models from the Bible to read and reflect on. Read here >>
Recommended books – covering the basics of a Christian perspective on work. Read here >>
Resources
We have curated a collection of useful resources to help you learn more, go deeper, discover new ideas and understand why your daily work matters to God and why God should matter to your work.
Daily Devotions
Life isn’t always easy. At times we all face tough choices, pressure in relationships, and demands on our time. These resources will help you find fresh ways to pray and meditate about your work – if not every day, then whenever you get the opportunity.
Video Resources
If reading is not your thing, we recommend the following videos to give you a good understanding of why God cares about your daily work.
Courses
A guide on available courses and small group resources giving us both the biblical foundation and practical application for how we can all play our part in the renewal of culture.
Recommended Books
In addition to the essential reading list provided above, here are some further suggestions for reading on the topic of faith and work. Click on the thumbnails to access a short review of each book.
More Resources
Creation Care
Find more resources on Climate Change, Theology of Creation Care, Church of England, Action, Reflections, worship and reading lists.
Race, Faith & Justice
We have put together a list of useful resources that we hope, will provide foundational knowledge about race and why it is relevant to us, as Christians and members of the larger society.
Courses
Throughout the year we offer a wide range of courses to help you grow in your walk with God. For all stages of life, our heart is to encourage you to be light wherever you are. We are currently running all our courses online.