An exploration of fundamental questions that arise in the search for meaning in our current world; for a sense of worth, belonging and purpose. Areas of study include: pandemic effects; gender and racial equality; challenges of aging; climate collapse; social divisiveness, among othrs. Implications for personal growth and social involvement. Resources are drawn from the …
View course details “BASIC LIFE ISSUES: AN EXPLORATION OF WORTH, BELONGING AND PURPOSE IN OUR LIVES”

“Cultural Hermeneutics” aims to expand and hone students’ self-awareness and capabilities as interpreters and creative agents promoting truth, goodness and beauty in the world, standing within the purview of Christ and his kingdom. A general analysis of reality and the human world in relation to it will be augmented by the introduction of social-scientific concepts …
View course details “Cultural Hermeneutics: Engaging with World with the Word”

While faith in Jesus Christ has never come easily, there are certain features of modern—and now purportedly “postmodern”—societies that seem to make Christian faith and discipleship particularly perplexing. These features are commonly discussed under the heading of “secularization,” a term which points to the fact that traditional Christian understanding and institutions have grown progressively less …
View course details “Christian Faith and Practice in a (Post)Modern World”

Many people are familiar with the concept of an overarching narrative (storyline) when looking at the history of our faith: from the Old Testament, through to the New and on into the history of the church, we can see God at work. However, when people think of, say, the Old Testament, disconnected images come to …
View course details “Christian Foundations: From Abraham to Jesus”

Do we have a festival for you! We are thrilled to present to you ….drum roll please…….our 2024 online festival of biblical telling: Sustained by the Story: Biblical Telling for Times Like These. Mark the dates:   Feb 2-4, 2024 This year, we are asking: Why is it so important to have a Story – a sacred Story – …
View course details “Sustained by the Story: Biblical Telling for Times Like These (Online Festival)”

The Congress 2023 (see French translation below) – Our national convergence is an assembly of almost every church planting denomination, organization and network ministering in Canada. It is a gathering designed to equip, encourage, and inspire one another in Jesus’ mission. This year we will be unleashing a strategic six-year emphasis that we hope will be a …
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The New Wilmington Mission Conference (NWMC) is the longest-running Christian Mission focused event in the United States (117 years and counting). NWMC is intergenerational, meaning you will find programming for all ages, infants, children, students, families, youth groups, mission-minded individuals, pastors, and mission workers all have a place at the New Wilmington Mission Conference. NWMC …
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An initiation to Evangelical Studies by way of an incursion into Scripture, theology, missiology and pastoral practices. The student acquires conceptual tools as well as basic skills necessary to interact with and serve both Church and society. The Minor in Pastoral Studies leads to a Université Laval diploma or can be the first year of …
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How do churches discern and incarnate God’s calling in their communities? Grounded in a theological framework for vocation, insights from contemporary scholar-practitioners, qualitative tools and strategies, and relevant case studies that include the work of Regent Exchange, this course offers a fresh approach to vocation with practical implications for the church as a learning community. …
View course details “Calling, Context, and the Church: From Belonging to Witness”

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 …
View course details “Genuine Online Relationships”