New Student Subsidy – Spring 2023
Start your seminary experience on the right foot!*
Start your seminary experience on the right foot!*
Have you ever wanted to do something for a really long time and then been disappointed when you found out you couldn’t do it? How did you react? At this time of the year, my friend Norm spends a good hour each morning cleaning all the leaves that have fallen into his pool. I recently […]
How does God reveal himself in the Old Testament and what is his relationship to people and the universe that he created? What were humans originally created to be and do and what might the implications be for us today?
How do we build relationships across cultures within our culturally diverse neighbourhoods and church communities? This course will explore how cultural awareness and intercultural skills open new opportunities to share the love of Christ through hospitality and friendship. This course will also explore how we can serve more effectively on multicultural teams and through cross-cultural partnerships.
Have you considered how media shapes the church? To say that people who live in North America are shaped significantly by media is to state the obvious. However, this does not mean that all North Americans, including the ones who identify as Christian, think about and engage with media critically and responsibly.
How can the people in your church become more effective at walking alongside those facing life’s challenges and opportunities? Pastoral care is an integral part of any ministry—caring for individuals dealing with personal struggles, hopes, fears, and choices.
How do churches develop leaders who are growing in their love for Jesus and their ability to serve with excellence? This course will help learners grow as Christian leaders and give them practical tools for helping others in their leadership development.
How can leaders make the most of power and conflict? Leaders often feel confused or even paralyzed by the power dynamics around them. How can they strengthen their capacity to recognize and use power in productive ways?
What practices does your church use to introduce people to Jesus and equip them to be disciples? Do you want your church to be a missional, disciple-making church, but aren’t sure how to get there?
How do the Scriptures, the Spirit, and the interpretive community work together to discern the message and meaning of the Bible? How do we read the text carefully so that we can live it out with wisdom and faithfulness?