Can you honestly say you are meeting all the needs of your congregation? Is that even possible? The truth is that it doesn’t matter how motivated, dedicated, or organized you are, it’s still impossible to do everything yourself. And it’s critical to have others you can depend on. You need a team of motivated laypersons …
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In a post-lockdown church, online community has become a common reality. Most churches are offering ministry online, whether it be a weekly email, a Facebook group, online studies, or live-streaming worship. In this course, students will consider how to widen ministry beyond the walls and into their online community. Readings will include case studies as …
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Small groups can be added to your congregation for deeper connection. This training will share how to develop or revitalize this ministry! About this event Facilitator training for creating an intentional small group ministry in your congregation The purpose of an intentional, faith-based, small group is to build trusting relationships with God and one another. …
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Dear Retreatants, We are very happy to finally be able to share our offerings with you. We will be moving on June 1, 2022 from our current location at the Villa Saint-Martin to our new location, at the Ermitage Sainte-Croix, located at 21269 boulevard Gouin Ouest (Pierrefonds, QC H9K 1C1) on the lac des Deux …
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This introductory course focuses upon biblical and theological understandings of Christian education and community formation for discipleship and mission. It explores techniques, tools and technology for improving the effectiveness of those who teach and those who learn in a congregational setting. Teaching in your local parish is an energizing way to spread the Gospel. Sharpen …
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This three-week learning module will be taught by Sharon Ely Pearson Tuesday nights at 7 PM: March 8: Getting familiar with the Bible March 15: The Arc of our salvation story March 22: Starting a Bible study group   Recommended texts: a study Bible (NRSV preferred), The Dream of God by Verna Dozier, The Prayer …
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How can we integrate music into small group or home church experiences? Let’s find out together! We’ll explore a broad palette of possibilities, reflect on our gifts, try out integrating musical activities in a group session, and develop a personal theology of how music enriches these spaces. This three-week learning module is part of our …
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A combination of synchronous and asynchronous learning to be completed between January 25th and February 28th This course is designed as a training module for those who are interested in leading a Bible study on Luke. We know that studying the Bible leads us deeper into Christ’s love for the world, builds a culture of …
View course details “Leading a Journey into Luke: Preparing Teachers of the Gospel”

This three-week learning module will be taught by Sharon Ely Pearson Tuesday nights at 7 PM: December 7: Getting familiar with the Bible December 14: The Arc of our salvation story December 21: Starting a Bible study group   Recommended texts: a study Bible (NRSV preferred), The Dream of God by Verna Dozier, The Prayer …
View course details “Leading Bible Study in Small Groups”

A small group leader is not a teacher, but rather holds a sacred space for respectful conversation, shared learnings, and deepening faith. The author of Gather Us In: Leading Transformational Small Groups, Dr. Angela Schaffner, explores how to become an effective leader who guides a group through change to belonging and maturity.