SoR Prelim Christianity

Preliminary Christianity Depth Study

A range of articles, infographics, videos and fast facts that relate to the Studies of Religion syllabus area: Preliminary Christianity, including

Jesus Christ as the model for Christianity
The death and resurrection of Jesus
Personal devotion - prayer

Faith shapes decisions, actions and identity

Churchgoers affirm that their Christian faith influences their life and identity.

Growth in faith impacted by COVID-19

National results on churchgoers' experience of faith, worship and belonging during the pandemic.

Churchgoers prioritise community

Community comes first for church attenders after disruption of COVID-19.

What roles should churches play in society?

Australians nominate three main roles for churches: performing rites of passage, encouraging good morals, and supporting the poor.

Which age groups are most familiar with Christianity and what do they believe?

While Australians aged 65+ are the most familiar with the Christian faith, the younger age groups express higher levels of belief in God or a higher power.

Middle aged Australians most sceptical about Jesus

Age differences are apparent in Australians' views of Jesus and their belief in his divinity and resurrection from the dead.

Churchgoers are active in volunteering their help

The majority of churchgoers give their time and energy in voluntary work or informal ways of helping others.

What Australians really think about Jesus and the church today. View now

Webinar presentation on trends in Australian spirituality, views of Jesus and church.

How familiar are Australians with the Christian faith?

Just over half of Australians surveyed indicated some level of familiarity with the Christian faith.

Was Jesus real? Did he rise from the dead? This is what Australians think.

Australians' views on Jesus and the story of his resurrection.

Time in nature is most preferred spiritual practice of Australians in 2021

When provided with a list of choices of spiritual practices, and asked which appeal to them most, 52% of Australians selected being in nature or the outdoors as their top preference of spiritual practices.