An Introduction to Reformed Theology
This course offers an well rounded study of the method and practice of a Reformed approach to theology. We’ll dive into a wide range of questions surrounding the reformed faith and its approach to understanding scripture.
The first of two opening conferences for the course: Philippians - Understanding “The Gospel of Joy.”
During this course student will learn the concepts of Christian joy that can be characterized by and leads us to gratitude, faithfulness, humility, submission, justification, eternal life, peace and sharing. The course focusses its study on Paul's letter to the Philippians.
The second of two opening conferences for the course: Philippians - Understanding “The Gospel of Joy.”
During this course student will learn the concepts of Christian joy that can be characterized by and leads us to gratitude, faithfulness, humility, submission, justification, eternal life, peace and sharing. The course focusses its study on Paul's letter to the Philippians.
Course 3: Joy in Aging Description: Aging has unique challenges and joys. Many think of aging with a sense of dread. And yet, mature Christian authors suggest Finishing Our Course with Joy (J.I. Packer) and Aging Joyfully (Timothy Starr). The Bible promises a flourishing life in old age (Psalm 92), even counting all our various...
Course 5: Reaching out: Institutional Settings; Families and Caregivers for Seniors Description: Opportunities to serve the aging already abound, including the elderly living in our own neighbourhoods and throughout our communities. The vast majority (90+%) live in their own homes or with their own families; 2/3 of those over 85 live in their own homes...
Course 6: Reaching out: The Church and the Community Description: Opportunities to serve with the aging already abound, including the elderly living in our own neighbourhoods and throughout our communities. The vast majority (90+%) live in their own homes or with their own families; 2/3 of those over 85 live in their own homes or...
Course 7: Cultural Concerns, Global Aging, Religious Diversity & Gender Description: Many are saying: “Global aging is a defining phenomenon of the 21st century”. It certainly is a major global trend. The GTA is a microcosm of the world. We live in a multicultural and multi-religious region. The challenge for us, therefore, is both local...
Aging: The Final Frontier is a one-day conference about Aging. It attempts to bring together a wide spectrum of concerns from looking at one’s own aging, the church’s roles in looking after the elderly, to perspectives and models in ministering to the elderly. Ultimately, we are looking at discipleship in Christ and the goal is...
In 2019, a new session of the program "Ministry for the Aging will be started for new students and students who missed courses, can complete these courses at that time. We hope to be able to start the program after the summer again, however, as of now, the date for the start of this program...
