Research &
Publication

Advancing biblical understanding, strengthening
Christian practice, and shaping society through
rigorous scholarship

Research Culture at CRC

Scholarly Development

Staff research support
Writing groups and peer review sessions
Professional development workshops
Research mentoring and supervision

Student Engagement

Opportunities to contribute to research projects
Undergraduate and postgraduate research training
Dissertation supervision aligned with real‑world themes

Partnerships & Collaboration
CRC works with churches, research organisations, community groups, and academic partners to extend the reach and relevance of our scholarship.

Our Research Priorities

CRC’s scholarship is focused on areas that matter to the Church, communities, and public life, including:

  • Christian theology and biblical studies
  • Faith and public engagement
  • Leadership and ministry practice
  • Religion, culture, and society
  • Ethics and contemporary issues
  • Christian education
  • Interdisciplinary studies shaped by Christian worldview

Our work engages academics, practitioners, faith leaders, and students in critical dialogue that strengthens both scholarship and practice.

 

Contributing to CRC Research

CRC’s scholarship is focused on areas that matter to the Church.

We welcome collaboration with scholars, practitioners, and institutions.

Opportunities include:

  • Submitting to the Journal
  • Becoming a CFPL Fellow
  • Partnering on research projects
  • Contributing to events and public discussions

Journal of Contemporary Christian Studies (JCCS)

The Journal of Contemporary Christian Studies (JCCS) is CRC’s flagship peer‑reviewed academic publication, offering high‑quality research and commentary on Christian life, thought, and practice.

Centre for Faith

The Centre for Faith & Public Life aims to be a centre of excellence for community engagement, public policy, research, advocacy, and active citizenship for the common good, helping Christians, people of faith and no faith, contribute to a peaceful, prosperous, and cohesive community.