What would it be like to live in a well-rested world? Engage with the Rest is Resistance framework which is rooted in Black liberation theology, womanist theology. spirituality and a politics of refusal. This course explores the tenets of The Nap Ministry and uplifts the following questions: How can we be more human when capitalism attempts to …
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Foundations in Faith & Leadership: A cohort-based online certificate program
Groups develop ministry skills and earn micro-credentials through a 24-week online certificate program that combines group engagement with guidance from trained facilitators. Perfect for ministry teams, church groups, and non-profit team members! Available Tracks: Essentials for Biblical Interpretation Peacebuilding and Conflict Transformation Essentials for Youth Ministry Trauma Care and Healing Social Justice and Community Engagement …
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CE3 Land Based Relationality: Community and Reconciliation Learning Circle & Continuing Education Opportunity
Instructor: Adrian Jacobs. This course will explore an Indigenous framework for relationship building and nurturing in the context of community well-being on the land. This is a land-based reconciliation course offered by CMU Canadian School of Peacebuilding over 5-days, with CSOP participants attending on-site at SSSC. We welcome guest learners to join our students in …
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Indigenous Family Wellness Learning Circle Part 2, with Patricia Vickers
Outline: Senator Murray Sinclair, as the Commissioner of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, heard thousands of accounts from Indian Residential School survivors. The discovery of child remains at Indian Residential Schools across Canada has brought into Canadian consciousness the historical atrocities that have impacted Indigenous peoples for generations. This three day training is …
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Indigenous Family Wellness Learning Circle Part 1, with Jann Derrick
It is key to understand that Indigenous families are communal based. This is an entirely different perspective than the nuclear-based family. Relationships are essential, as are roles. Without understanding relationships as the focus, it can be perplexing and difficult when applying the individualistic approaches of the mainstream when working with Aboriginal families. This training will …
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Reading the Psalms as Trauma Literature
The psalms are some of the most loved scriptures and yet they come laden with violent words and images. The Revised Common Lectionary often edits out the most disturbing verses. Psalm 137 is cut off at v 6 thereby avoiding the psalmist plea for vengeance and its cry to dash babies against stones in v …
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Perspectives on Medical Assistance in Dying: Ethical, Pastoral, Theological, and Cultural
Since its legalization in Canada in 2015, Medical Assistance in Dying has become a significant part of end-of-life care. Since 2015, legislation has expanded eligibility for MAID and there are proposals for further expansion. MAID is now part of the social landscape of Canadian society, posing new questions and challenges for Christians. This non-credit online …
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TRUSTING GOD EVEN WHEN LIFE HURTS
When bad things happen, what is our reaction? Do we trust God even when we don’t understand? When difficult things happen, we begin to doubt God’s concern for us or His control over our lives. But when times are hard, when the world feels like it’s caving in on us — it’s even more important …
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Pastor’s Conference 2024 – Handle with Care
We have several great speakers lined up, including David Fitch (Handle Power with Care), Ken Shigematsu (Handle Yourself with Care), and Sarah Coleson-Derck (Handle Scripture with Care). Pastoral ministry in a changing world takes bold and courageous leadership, but it also demands great care and attention to our health, direction, and the important work of pastoral …
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Flourishing Together: Becoming an Accessible and Welcoming Church
An application-based seminar on faithful ministry to, with, and by people with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Churches are incomplete without the presence, gifts, and friendship of people with disabilities. Yet many congregations still struggle to gather and worship in ways that welcome these indispensable members. How can our churches become communities of belonging for children and adults …
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