Jesus Christ preached and embodied a message of good news—what Christians call the gospel. This course is an introduction to where that gospel message is present—and where it is absent—in the popular culture of modern-day North America. By examining contemporary movies, books, music, and other cultural sources, students will learn more about the gospel message …
View course details “The Christian Gospel and Popular Culture”

We know that events are impactful to our ministry endeavours. But hosting them can be daunting. You are invited to a workshop where we will unlock the mystery of events, why they matter and how to implement in your context. Hosted by the Diocese of Montreal with special guests from other Dioceses. All registrants will …
View course details “Event Based Ministry: A Workshop for Leaders”

Women leaders across the globe are dealing with dispossession from resources, capabilities, and a form of discursive ‘development’ which is deeply rooted in a capitalist and patriarchal order. In the current milieu – as women leaders face further marginalization, cultural exclusivity, and the Covid-19 pandemic – we offer this online discourse hinged on power, patriarchy, …
View course details “Feminist Leadership For Justice, Equity and Ecology”

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 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”

Develop new skills to help your faith-inspired organizations and churches navigate, design, and implement transformative change. Church and organizational leaders directly face the opportunities and challenges of their neighbourhoods, towns, and cities in Canada, the United States, and around the world. Learn to employ tools and practices to strengthen your organizational effectiveness, community resilience, and …
View course details “Certificate in Faith-Based Community Development”

Relevant talks for faith-based leaders Lessons On Leadership: ICE provides opportunities for organizational and church leaders to learn from experts, reflect on their current context, and plan to address significant community and organizational issues. For the program’s inaugural year, topics include: “Fundraising in Economic Uncertainty” and “Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Faith-Based Organizations.” These events …
View course details “Lessons on Leadership (2022-2023)”

Flexion connects faith-inspired leaders across Canada, the USA, and the globe to discuss and respond to the risks and opportunities facing their organizations. Participants are assigned two topical articles prior to each session and come prepared to discuss them within a cohort of 10-20 other leaders. Flexion groups are divided into two tracks: one for participants …
View course details “Flexion: Leadership Discussion Groups (2022-2023)”

This class  will provide students with an introduction to intersectionality as a tool for social analysis and critical theological reflection, as a way to inform liberative praxis in various ministry and community contexts. We will engage questions and discussions of race, class, gender, and sexuality as they are treated theologically, emphasizing works from U.S. scholars …
View course details “Theology, Justice & Intersectionality”

The Canadian Ecumenical Anti-Racism Network (CEARN) of the Canadian Council of Churches invites you to two days of ecumenical support and engagement in anti-racism in and through the churches. The immensity of the racism across the country that has risen up and become bolder has affected Canadian churches and its members. How are churches responding …
View course details “Sharing, Solidarity and Action: Racial Justice and the Canadian Churches (An online gathering)”