Oikos - Household of Faith
These resources were originally created for the 2025 Mission Conference, but you may find the Ancient Greek theme of 'Oikos' useful for your corporate worship and small groups today. Adapt the below resources accordingly.
The resources on this page support the continuation of this theme in local corps, helping you to find support and inspiration for mission in your community. Explore worship and discipleship through the lens of Oikos, and what it means for your corps to be a household of faith.
Four Week Sermon Series
Oikos Sermon Outline Week 1
Sermon outline based on Joshua 24 and what it means to serve the Lord.
Oikos Sermon Outline Week 2
Sermon outline based on Acts 16 and what it means to make missional households.
Oikos Sermon Outline Week 3
Sermon outline based on Acts 16 and what it means to intercede for the salvation of those around us.
Oikos Sermon Outline Week 4
Sermon outline based on Ephesians 2 and what it means to be part of the household of God.
Household of Prayer
Household of Prayer - Lounge
Explore prayer and deepen your understanding of how relationships and mission work together
Household of Prayer - Kitchen
Explore prayer and deepen your understanding of how to prepare and equip yourself for mission
Household of Prayer - Dining Room
Explore prayer and deepen your understanding of how hospitality plays a crucial role in mission
Household of Prayer - Bedroom
Explore prayer and deepen your understanding of rest and recovery amidst mission
Other useful links
A selection of resources focusing on Courageous Discipleship, including small group studies and worship ideas
Resources to help transform our hearts this Lent, including material for Palm Sunday.
Resources for Good Friday and Easter Sunday, to help us experience hope made whole in Jesus.
