The righteous will flourish like a palm tree…planted in the house of the LORD, they will flourish in the courts of our God. In old age they will still bear fruit; healthy and green they will remain, to proclaim, “The LORD is upright; He is my Rock, and in Him there is no unrighteousness.” Psalm...
This year marks the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea and the formulation of the Nicene Creed. In light of this, Raoul Kingma presents a course on the Trinity through the Word and Spirit Institute. Classes will be on 3 or 4 consecutive Saturdays (10:30 - 12:30 EST) starting Oct. 11, 2025.
One in four Canadians is a caregiver and one in two will become one at some point in their lives. Caregivers, experience unique challenges and are often overwhelmed with the enormity of the task. Various ways of how the church can support, what church leaders and lay-helpers need to know, and what caregivers can do...
Around 25% of Canadians are caring for aging parents or relatives. Many of the caregivers struggle with this enormous task. They wish that someone could help them to find resources that are helpful to their situation or that someone could coach them in the steps that could help them. The Word and Spirit Institute together...
The course format will be a lecture (3/4) followed by a class discussion (1/4). A PDF handout will be provided in advance. I will use PowerPoint and supporting media, such as images or video fragments. The course is helpful for any church member, as knowledge of music is not required. The course provides a...
Join the ElderCare Network for a webinar discussing how churches can bridge generational divides and challenge ageism in Canadian congregational life. The landscape of what has been happening in many churches will be discussed. Moreover, we will take a look at a model of churches that are intergenerationally integrated, and explore what the impact of...
Part 2 of the course Music with Frank Ezinga: Part 2 - Worship and Music The course is helpful for any church member, as knowledge of music is not required. The course provides a framework for music within the church and Christian life. The course will not address specific musical instruments, accompaniment, requirements for accompanists,...
Evening 3 of the course: Music with Frank Ezinga; Function and Music The course is helpful for any church member, as knowledge of music is not required. The course provides a framework for music within the church and Christian life. The course will not address specific musical instruments, accompaniment, requirements for accompanists, worship songs, etc.,...
Final evening of the course: Music with Frank Ezinga Part 4; Culture and Music The course is helpful for any church member, as knowledge of music is not required. The course provides a framework for music within the church and Christian life. The course will not address specific musical instruments, accompaniment, requirements for accompanists, worship...
Intentional ministry by, with, and for older adults should include specific ministry in each of these areas: Spirituality Enrichment Nutrition Intergeneration Outreach Recreation Service Does your church offer opportunities for spiritual growth for seniors? Do your seniors engage in meaningful service? Is your church’s seniors’ ministry primarily concerned with organizing social and recreational events for...
