Kara Martin and Dr. Paul Oslington: Faith, Work and Economics

Join us as we explore the intersection of faith, work, and economics with Claire's fellow Aussies: faith-work expert Kara Martin and theologian-economist Dr. Paul Oslington. We talk together about how we can transform our understanding of work, integrating it with our Christian faith. We consider the pervasiveness of the sacred/secular divide, how the relationship between theology and economics has changed through time, and how to engage critically with societal challenges like AI, inequality, and precarious work. Paul shares his thoughts on wise Christian responses to global market issues, such as tariffs and trade wars, and Kara reminds us of the church's role in advocating for vulnerable workers. If this conversation piques your interest, you can join them this summer for "Faith, Work and Economics" from June 29-July 3. Guest BiosKara MartinKara Martin is the author of Workship: How to Use your Work to Worship God, and Workship 2: How to Flourish at Work; co-author of Keeping Faith: How Christian organisations can stay true to the way of Jesus, (including the NEW Global Edition) and was co-editor of Transforming Vocation: Connecting Theology, Church, and the Workplace for a Flourishing World. She is Adjunct Professor with Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, Boston, and has lectured for theological colleges throughout Australia and Asia. Kara is also a Visiting Fellow with the Mockler Center for Faith and Ethics in the Public Square and Co-Chair of the Theology of Work Project in the US. She has worked in media and communications, human resources, business analysis and policy development roles, in a variety of organisations, and as a consultant. Kara has presented, taught and run workshops in churches and theological colleges in Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, the US, New Zealand and throughout Australia. She is the 2024 winner of the Australian Faith & Work Award (presented by Ethos/Evangelical Alliance). She has also run a successful podcast: Worship on the Way to Work.Dr. Paul OslingtonPaul Oslington is an Australian scholar who holds doctoral degrees in both economics and theology. He is Professor of Economics and Theology at Alphacrucis University College in Sydney. A prolific writer and speaker, Paul’s work focuses on the intersection of Christian theology and economic thought, including issues of markets, ethics, and the historical influence of theology on economic theory. Among his publications are The Oxford Handbook of Christianity and Economics and Political Economy as Natural Theology. He has held academic appointments and visiting positions at institutions including Australian Catholic University, University of New South Wales, University of Oxford, Princeton Theological Seminary, and Regent College.Regent College PodcastThanks for listening. Please like, rate and review us on your podcast platform of choice and share this episode with a friend. Follow Us on Social MediaFacebookInstagramYoutubeKeep in TouchRegent CollegeThe Regent VineSummer ProgramsRegent College NewsletterSupport UsGive Back