Drawing on resources from academia, the arts and family life Canadian Churches have been doing work over the years to attend to the brokenness in our history of unjust relationships with Indigenous people in Canada. More work is needed, and the work moves at a human pace. Yet, when we get stuck, be it from …
View course details “Unlocking Capacity for Just Relationship”
Recognizing that our social structures and personal biases can get in the way of commitment to respecting our colleagues and community members, this interactive workshop will engage themes of prejudice, power and privilege in a manner that honours all voices in the room while also challenging the biases and structures that privilege some over others …
View course details “Equity, Diversity and Inclusion: Nurturing a Community of Belonging”
This course focuses on practical and theological foundations for engaging authentically and meaningfully with communities where life experiences, identities, and/or demographic characteristics reveal a social divide that can preclude others (and ourselves) from recognizing their full humanity. Readings and other course content integrate literature from social science, practical theology, and personal narratives of experience. The …
View course details “Pastoral Care with Marginalized Communities”
This short course explores the interplay of Howard Thurman and August Wilson as prophetic voices. The course will focus on four Wilson plays, accompanied by examinations of Thurman’s spiritual foundation for social change. These August Wilson plays were chosen because in each there is a transforming power of transcendent forces. Howard Thurman (1899-1981) was an …
View course details “Social Change and Black Mysticism: Prophetic Voices of Thurman & Wilson”
As contentious conversations about sex and gender show no signs of abating, effective witness to our neighbours requires thoughtful answers and wise actions. This course aims to help Christians think about and respond to some of the gendered aspects of theology, anthropology, and ecclesiology that arise in the New Testament. In particular, we’ll look at …
View course details “Gender in the New Testament”
For fluent English speakers seeking to engage with, lead, and participate comfortably and proficiently in French or bilingual ministry and spiritual care settings. The certificate in bilingual ministry attests to the recipient’s proficiency in exercising pastoral ministry in both English and French. in 2024, the dates for this French intensive training are May 6-10th. The …
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Master of Arts in Theology (Justice and Public Life) The Master of Arts in Theology (Justice and Public Life) is a two-year part-time graduate program designed for working professionals who wish to lead social change toward justice. Students will be introduced to the ways the Bible, history, theology, and practical theology can make a meaningful …
View course details “Master of Arts in Theology (Justice and Public Life) Degree Program”