Who is the CRA?
The Christian Research Association was formed in 1985 to serve the churches of Australia. Its task is to provide up-to-date and reliable information about religious faith and church life in Australia.
Christian Research Association
Charting the faith of Australians
Christian Research Association
Charting the faith of Australians
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Research Materials
The Christian Research Association undertakes a variety of research projects and produces a wealth of resources, most of which are available from this website.
Our research capabilities are extensive. They include undertaking major research projects with other research organisations and universities, carrying out commissioned or contract research for churches, denominational bodies, welfare or community groups and other church-related organisations, and analysing and interpreting social science data for dissemination to the broader community.
Products & Services
Since 1985, the Christian Research Association has conducted social research, produced research materials and provided high-quality research services that enhance the mission of the churches and wellbeing of individuals and society in Australia.
A range of products and services on many topics related to religious faith and church life in Australia can be found on this website.
Events & Conferences
For many years, the Christian Research Association has regularly organised and collaborated in conferences, seminars, round-tables and other research-related events. We have a unique capacity of bringing together people and organisations from a broad cross-section of the church, religion and society to discuss important issues about religion and spirituality and to collaborate on projects which affect Australian society.
JCM Journal
As part of its role in conducting and distributing research into church life and ministry, the Christian Research Association took ownership of The Journal of Contemporary Ministry (JCM) from Alphacrucis College in 2020.
The JCM is practical in its orientation and the peer-review process ensures it has full academic credibility. It is currently an e-journal and is freely available on its own website at: www.journalofcontemporaryministry.com