Christ Church Cathedral, Victoria Each year the Centre for Studies in Religion and Society collaborates with colleagues at the Anglican Diocese of Islands and Inlets to offer programming of interest to both scholars and members of the local community. This year our day-long workshop will involve scholars and professionals in a moderated public conversation about …
View course details “Where We Live: Critical Perspectives on Our Natural and Built Environments”
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”
What does it mean to lead during a time of religious, sociocultural, and environmental upheaval? What can churches do differently to better reflect and nurture gospel values and God’s dream of a just, reconciled, Spirit-filled world? This course in missional leadership will ask these and related questions. We will explore concepts and experience practices of …
View course details “Changing Church: Missional Practices and/for Beloved Community”
This course aims to develop skills, tools, and theoretical/reflective capacity for engaging in neighborhood and community ministries from a holistic and theologically-grounded community organizing lens. The course will draw on case studies and center the role of theological reflection, spiritual practices and formation, and the Episcopal tradition as essential aspects of a faith-rooted community organizing …
View course details “Cultivate, Theologize, Organize! Community Organizing Fundamentals for the Church”
In many parts of today’s world, Christians are deeply divided from their neighbours—and from one another—by political allegiances. The stakes seem so high, and biblical teaching about government so clear and urgent, that agreement on politics is often treated as a test of faith. In this course we will take a step or two back …
View course details “Christianity & Politics”
The Auditor Program is design for those interested in taking master’s level courses at the Seminary without enrolling in a degree program or receiving credit. This option is designed for alumni, clergy, and lay leaders seeking continuing education opportunities. Students who already have earned a bachelor’s degree may apply to be an Auditor, a status …
View course details “VTS List of Courses for Auditors at the Master’s Level”
Are you ready to embark on an inspiring and informative journey alongside Dietrich Bonhoeffer – one of the most courageous people in modern history? Gain a deeper understanding of his life and theology by exploring his resistance to Nazi Germany in historical context. Reflect on the relevance of his faith journey in today’s world, exploring …
View course details “The Rise of Bonhoeffer: Faith, Resistance and Theology in Action”
Theology and community development, collaborating for the peace of the city. Help People Make a Difference: Explore urban challenges: faith, justice, inequality, poverty, community economics, food security and sustainable community well-being. Build relationships with experts, academics, NGOs and agencies. Find your vocation for community transformation. Who It’s For? The MTSD is for development practitioners, …
View course details “Master of Theological Studies in Development (MTSD)”
uilding on over 25 years of experience in delivering undergraduate programs in conflict resolution, peace, and international development studies, CMU now offers a Master of Arts degree that blends these core themes, designed both for practitioners and for those pursuing academic studies. What distinguishes the MA in Peacebuilding and Collaborative Development? The program’s subject matter …
View course details “Master of Arts in Peacebuilding and Collaborative Development”
From the Episcopal Diocese of Central Pennsylvania; these should be kept up to date for each term.
