This course explores the “why” behind Indigenous leadership, framed by global Indigenous perspectives related to self-determination, cultural identity, community well-being and the recognition of Indigenous rights.  It examines the intersection of these themes with Indigenous Christian leadership, using Māori contexts in Aotearoa New Zealand as a comparative illustration. Learners will engage with Western leadership theories such …
View course details “Exploring Indigenous Perspectives in Church Leadership: A Māori Lens”

The sacred art of storytelling is present in every aspect of human life and faith. Stories can heal us. Stories can illuminate our limitations and failures. Stories can encourage us and bring us hope. They can draw us into deeper ways of following Jesus. Come and learn from academics and practitioners in a Learning Centre …
View course details “The Sacred Art of Storytelling”

The Wonder of the word. Spirit’s Play in Biblical Telling. We are five years into the festival adventure for the Network of Biblical Storytellers Canada and we can’t wait any longer to share our joy as we introduce 2025’s Keynote Speaker: Storyteller and Singer/Songwriter, Canada’s own, Linnea Good. We are thrilled that she agreed to …
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Each person’s life is a sacred story—unique, laden with insight and eager for engagement.  When we write our experiences, we discover patterns in the details, open ourselves to surprises, and participate in meaning-making.  Writing memories, done with intention, becomes a transformational practice. Join Elizabeth Jarrett Andrew, author of Writing the Sacred Journey and Living Revision, for this introductory …
View course details “Spiritual Memoir: Where a Life Meets Mystery”

Learn practical strategies that engage your own spirituality and backstory to craft an effective sermon without the stress. Reboot your preaching life & Rediscover the joy of Preaching. You wonder if there’s a better way to prepare your sermons. You’re tired of scrambling for a message at the last minute and then wondering if your message …
View course details “SERMON CAMP FOR PREACHERS”

Transform Your Ministry in Just One Year with Theologically-Sound Training & Leadership Development From preaching and teaching to providing pastoral care or designing worship, faith leaders, like you, serve their congregations in various roles. Often, you do so without the theological background or seminary degrees your colleagues may have. With the School for Lay Ministry, …
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This micro-credential course explores the intersection of mental health and faith-based communities. Students will understand common symptoms, typical course of treatment, and possible complications of the major categories of mental illness. Additionally, students will create a model for a nurturing church environment as a supportive hub for mental health.

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“The rediscovery of the Celtic world has been an extraordinary revelation for many Christians in recent years, an opening up of the depths and riches within our own tradition….” – Esther DeWaal, The Celtic Way of Prayer, p. ix. This three-session seminar/workshop will introduce the fundamentals of Celtic Christian culture, history, theology, spirituality, and engagement. …
View course details “The Celtic Way: Discovering Christ in our Midst”

As Jesus followers, we want to do good and make a difference, especially as it relates to working towards Truth & Reconciliation with Indigenous people. Have you ever experienced that sometimes our intentions to do good haven’t always translated into the positive impact or changes we intend? Through this 4-week series with MCC, we’ll unpack …
View course details “Doing Good…Better: Challenging Assumptions on the Path Towards Accompanying Indigenous People”