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Welcome Rev Ritskes

Jayna — Mon, 25 May 2026 20:55:21 +0000

Serving Students, Forming Leaders: Rev. Cheryl Ritskes Joins MCS and Horizon

Master’s College & Seminary and Horizon College & Seminary is pleased to announce that Rev. Cheryl Ritskes is joining our faculty as an Instructor and Associate Director of Student Engagement, with her role beginning in July of 2026.

In addition to her academic training (B.A., B.Ed., and M.T.S.), Cheryl is an ordained minister with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada.

Pastor Cheryl brings a unique blend of ministry experience, having served as a pastor for eleven years, first on the prairies in rural Alberta (Chauvin) and then at a primarily Ghanaian church in the city of Toronto. In the last few years, Cheryl has also served as an adjunct instructor with MCS and Horizon and at Pan Africa Christian University in Nairobi, Kenya.

Dr. Andrew Gabriel, VP Academics at MCS and Horizon, remarks, “We are blessed to have Pastor Cheryl join our faculty. She has demonstrated pastoral wisdom and a commitment to seeing our students formed in the image of Christ and as ministers of the gospel.”

Pastor Cheryl will serve at the MCS campus in Mississauga. As Associate Director of Student Engagement, Pastor Cheryl will direct MCS and Horizon’s undergraduate Ministry Formation program and, alongside other staff, support students on campus and across our national network of Church Hubs.

Welcome, Pastor Cheryl, to the team at MCS and Horizon!

We look forward to you joining us as we prepare competent Christian leaders with the church, for the church.

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Merch Store

Jayna — Mon, 04 May 2026 06:36:50 +0000

The store is back! Check out our new selections of MCS merchandise!

We are sharing this service with our partners at Horizon, so be sure to select the Mississauga location from the shipping options.

Store closes on May 18th, 2026.

Sale Ended

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New Seminary Program: Master of Arts in Pastoral Psychotherapy

Jayna — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 15:03:15 +0000

Introducing the MA in Pastoral Psychotherapy

We’re excited to share about a new program from our partners at Horizon Seminary! The Master of Arts in Pastoral Psychotherapy (MAPP) degree is now accepting applications for Fall 2026.

This 54-credit graduate degree prepares students for professional practice with eligibility for registration with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) — an important step toward serving in regulated clinical settings.

Visit the Program Page

Who can apply?

Whether you feel called toward a vocation in clinical ministry, psychotherapy, or pastoral care, this program equips graduates to serve with professional integrity, theological clarity, and compassionate presence.

This program is ideal for those who:

Have completed an undergraduate degree and are eager to pursue graduate study integrating psychotherapy and faith.
Aspire to practice professionally as a psychotherapist in Ontario, Canada (additional supervised hours required post-graduation for full registration).
Desire to serve both the Church and the broader community with expertise and empathy.

Please note: The program, launching in Fall 2026, is currently available to Canadian residents only, with specific requirements such as a Canadian Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check.

If you’re ready to take the next step toward a ministry of healing and hope grounded in psychological skill and spiritual wisdom, we invite you to explore the program details and begin your Seminary application today. Read through the entrance requirements and then fill out the online application form at horizon.edu/admissions/seminary-students.

Explore the Program

Horizon Seminary Admissions

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Partnership with IBQ

Jayna — Thu, 29 May 2025 18:18:47 +0000

New Partnership Brings English Language Education to Quebec Churches

We’re excited to share some wonderful news for our English-speaking churches in Quebec!

Horizon College & Seminary and Master’s College and Seminary (MCS) are thrilled to announce a new partnership with our sister college, Institut Biblique du Québec (IBQ), to expand access to quality, Christian education in English.

Through this new agreement, Horizon and MCS will jointly offer English-language courses for students in the District of Quebec. This marks an important step in equipping and empowering English-speaking believers in Quebec to pursue theological education and ministry training without having to leave the province.

May 14, 2025 | Dr. Jeromey Martini, President of Horizon College & Seminary and Master’s College & Seminary, signs the agreement alongside Rev. Paul Tétreault, Superintendent of the PAOC Quebec District, and Dr. Jonathan Bersot, President of IBQ.

IBQ will continue to play a vital role in the lives of these students by providing mentoring, coaching, and pastoral care throughout their academic journey. This ensures that students benefit not only from the excellent academic instruction provided by Horizon and MCS, but also from the relational and spiritual support that IBQ is known for.

This new initiative is designed specifically for English-speaking students. French-speaking students will continue their education through IBQ’s partnership with Université Laval.

We believe this partnership is a Spirit-led response to the unique needs of Quebec’s English-speaking church communities. By coming together in unity and purpose, we are opening doors for more leaders to be trained, equipped, and sent into the harvest field.

We’re looking forward to what God will do through this new initiative, and we invite you to pray with us as we take this exciting step forward in serving the Church in Quebec.

Un nouveau partenariat offre une éducation en anglais aux églises du Québec

Nous sommes ravis de partager une excellente nouvelle pour nos églises anglophones au Québec !

Horizon College & Seminary et Master’s College and Seminary (MCS) sont heureux d’annoncer un nouveau partenariat avec leur collège affilié, l’Institut Biblique du Québec (IBQ), afin d’élargir l’accès à une éducation chrétienne de qualité en anglais.

Grâce à cette nouvelle entente, Horizon et MCS offriront conjointement des cours en anglais aux étudiants du district du Québec. Il s’agit d’une étape importante pour former et outiller les croyants anglophones du Québec afin qu’ils puissent poursuivre une formation théologique et un entraînement au ministère sans devoir quitter la province.

L’IBQ continuera de jouer un rôle essentiel dans la vie de ces étudiants en offrant mentorat, accompagnement et soutien pastoral tout au long de leur parcours académique. Cela garantit que les étudiants bénéficient non seulement de l’excellence de l’enseignement académique offert par Horizon et MCS, mais aussi du soutien relationnel et spirituel pour lequel l’IBQ est reconnu.

Cette nouvelle initiative est conçue spécifiquement pour les étudiants anglophones. Les étudiants francophones poursuivront leur formation grâce au partenariat de l’IBQ avec l’Université Laval.

Nous croyons que ce partenariat est une réponse inspirée par l’Esprit aux besoins uniques des communautés d’églises anglophones du Québec. En unissant nos forces avec un objectif commun, nous ouvrons la voie à la formation, l’équipement et l’envoi de nouveaux leaders dans le champ de la moisson.

14 mai 2025 | Dr Jeromey Martini, président de Horizon College & Seminary et de Master’s College & Seminary, signe l’accord aux côtés du Rév. Paul Tétreault, surintendant du district du Québec des APDC, et du Dr Jonathan Bersot, président de l’IBQ.

Nous nous réjouissons de ce que Dieu accomplira à travers cette nouvelle initiative, et nous vous invitons à prier avec nous alors que nous franchissons cette étape enthousiasmante pour mieux servir l’Église au Québec.

Jayna Snider, Director of Marketing
Master’s College & Seminary, Horizon College & Seminary

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3 Things We Need from YOU, Church Hubs!

Jayna — Tue, 27 Aug 2024 14:37:11 +0000

We couldn’t be more excited about our Church Hubs, launching this September! If you are a Church Hub OR are planning to study at one this Fall, there are 3 things we need you to do!

3 Things to Do

Before September

1

Churches: COMPLETE your application.

Church Hub Application

2

Churches: CONNECT your students with MCS.

If your students haven’t connected with MCS, we have no way to communicate with them! Put them in touch with Shelley Tinlin, shelley.tinlin@mcs.edu.

Ask Shelley

3

Students: COMPLETE your application to MCS.

You need to apply and be accepted to become an MCS student, whether you are at a Church Hub or anywhere else!

College Application

MCS is experiencing record high applications and enrolment numbers for this fall! Don’t delay – be part of this historic moment at MCS!

Thank you to all the churches, pastors and leaders who have opened their doors to become a Church Hub. You are investing into our students and future leaders!

About Church Hubs

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Get to Know Dr. Khromyak

Jayna — Tue, 09 Jul 2024 00:01:15 +0000

5-minute Interview with Dr. Mykhaylo Khromyak

Dr. Khromyak joins MCS as Associate Academic Dean and Associate Professor of Theology this September. Learn where he’s from, what he’s looking forward to (and how he takes his coffee!), in this 5-minute interview hosted by Dr. Stephen Barkley.

More about Dr. Khromyak

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5 Things to Know About MCS

Jayna — Wed, 26 Jun 2024 19:35:13 +0000

Big news – exciting changes at MCS!

My name is Jeromey Martini and I have the honour of serving as the president of both Master’s College & Seminary and Horizon College & Seminary in an amazing cross-provincial partnership between the PAOC’s two longest-serving colleges.

About the Partnership

Along with the incredible partnership between MCS and Horizon, there are several exciting changes happening at MCS. Let me list five!

5 Things to Know About MCS

1.

We’ve come to you, Mississauga!

We’ve relocated our administrative headquarters to Mississauga! MCS operates out of the PAOC International Office with fresh offices, a library, and high-tech classrooms to broadcast our classes across Canada – and beyond!

Mississauga Campus

2.

Church Hubs are coming to you, everywhere else!

We’re partnering with local churches to train leaders with MCS’s quality, accredited education while they are embedded and serving in a local ministry context!

About Church Hubs

3.

MCS+Plus Programs with Mohawk and other community colleges!

Through partnerships with institutions like Mohawk College, MCS students can earn an MCS degree AND a certificate or diploma in areas like media studies, mental health, office administration, applied technology – and more!

+Plus Programs

4.

Our seminary options have expanded!

In addition to the already great Pentecostal Seminary programs offered in partnership with Tyndale, the partnership with Horizon Seminary expands options to include MAs in Ministry Leadership, Clinical Pastoral Counselling, Biblical & Theological Studies, and an MDiv!

Seminary Options

5.

We’ve reduced tuition!

Partnership efficiencies means we have lowered our tuition to become one of the least expensive accredited Bible Colleges in Canada!

Tuition & Fees

I invite you to explore our website on contact us for more information!

We’re so excited for what God is doing through this unprecedented partnership and hope this excites you, too!

Yours in Christ,

______________________
Dr. Jeromey Martini, President and Professor of New Testament Studies

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Welcome Dr. Khromyak

Jayna — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 19:28:17 +0000

MCS is thrilled to announce that Dr. Mykhaylo (Misha) Khromyak is joining our faculty as the Associate Academic Dean and Associate Professor of Theology.

Misha is an Ordained Minister with The Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada. Since 2022 he has served as the Pastor of Teaching and Online Engagement at Trinity Pentecostal Church in Montreal. He also serves as an adjunct professor at Institut Biblique du Québec in partnership with Université Laval.

Pastor Paul Lasanté (Trinity Church, Montreal) remarks, “Misha is deeply committed to Christ and the Church. His love and respect for people breathes humility and the joy of the Lord in everything that he does.”

In addition, Dr. Vasiliy Voytovich (European Christan Academy) observes, Misha’s “lectures were both profound and easily understood, making him one of the most beloved teachers among students.”

Prior to immigrating to Canada from Ukraine, in 2019 Misha co-founded Transfiguration Church Community Church (part of the Ukrainian Pentecostal Church). In addition, Misha brings 13 years of academic experience. Before arriving in Canada, he served as a professor and Prorector of Research Work at the Evangelical Theological University in Kyiv. As a former Director of the Euro-Asian Accreditation Association, Misha was involved in the development and advancement of many of the most influential Bible schools and seminaries in the EuroAsian region.

Misha holds a doctorate in philosophy and theology from Dragomanov National Pedagogical University in Kyiv (PhD equivalent in Ukraine) as well as two master’s degrees in theology, a master’s in history, and a master’s in Non-profit Organization Management. In addition, he has published numerous essays in theology, and he speaks six languages: Ukrainian, Russian, English, Romanian, German, and French.

Dr. Jeromey Martini, President of MCS, remarks, “Misha comes to MCS with a deep commitment to Christ and training leaders for the Church. In addition, having ministered in post-totalitarian Eastern Europe, he brings a unique perspective that will help students face the challenges of our current Canadian context.”

Welcome to MCS, Dr. Khromyak! We look forward to you joining us as we prepare competent Christian leaders with the church, for the church.

You can view samples of Misha’s preaching and teaching here:

Dr. Khromyak’s Bio

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3 Ways to Study with MCS

Jayna — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 04:30:21 +0000

MCS has made some exciting moves that make Christian education more accessible than ever! If you are looking to pursue Pentecostal Christian leadership training, location does not have to hold you back.

Below are the 3 different ways that MCS delivers competent Christian leadership training to students, wherever they’re at.

3 Ways to Study with MCS:

1. On Campus

Join us in Mississauga, Ontario

Mississauga Campus

An ideal location for our Ontario constituents!

2. At a Church Hub

New locations springing up across Canada

Learn from your church!

Is there a Church Hub near you?

3. Online

Accessible for all Canadians

Study wherever you're at!

We’re proud to offer an exceptional distance education experience for Canadian students.

1. On Campus in Mississauga

We’ve freshened up our shared space with the PAOC International Office at 2450 Milltower Court in Mississauga and are so looking forward to seeing our students again in the fall! The campus in Mississauga is one of the most accessible locations for the majority of our constituency in Ontario. Just off of Highways 401, 403, and 407, it is close to transit routes and has plentiful parking. A recent study said that more than 80% of Ontario students who enroll in post-secondary education attend a school within a two-hour drive of home.

This ideal location also positions us to host night and weekend classes for many area leaders who may be co-vocational.

Watch the highlights from our Grand Opening event in October 24, 2024.

See the Building

Join our students this fall in Mississauga!

2. At a Church Hub

Our Church Hubs are popping up all across Canada! These church-based learning centres allow students to integrate their studies with ministry and learning in their local church context. A Hub can be designed to serve the specific needs of the church and will have at least one ministry leader designated as supervisor-mentor.

There are a few different types of Church Hubs, but in general, students will take classes remotely and may choose to travel to take one-week modules on campus. Some classes may also have in-person instruction at the Church Hub.

The list of locations is growing! Look for a Church Hub in your area or talk to your church about exploring this potential option with you!

Find a Church Hub

Is there a Church Hub near you?

View Locations

3. Online

It’s not always possible to move to a new city or commute to pursue theological education. That’s why MCS has integrated online learning to provide students with a flexible timetable and access to education from wherever they’re at.

Using the internet, students are able to participate fully with other remote or on-campus students. For research needs, our Digital Theological Library offers unparalleled access to online resources.

Distance Education Options

If you feel called to engage in post-secondary Christian education, don’t let your location hold you back. MCS has options that can work for you!

Want to know more? Reach out to our Admissions Counsellor today!

Ask Admissions

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New Partnership with Mohawk College

Jayna — Fri, 10 May 2024 17:02:12 +0000

MCS is pleased to announce an exciting new partnership with Mohawk College!

MCS has signed an agreement to collaborate with Mohawk College to offer 10 new MCS+Plus programs. With MCS+Plus, you combine biblical training for lifelong Christian living PLUS vocational training for careers and service both within and beyond the church. In each of these degree programs, students graduate with both a BRE or BTh from Master’s College & Seminary and either a certificate or diploma from Mohawk College, depending on the program.

What does that mean?

It means that students can combine several of the career-track programs from Mohawk College with our Christian leadership training! So as students prepare for their career they will also walk away with robust Christian leadership and worldview formation, ready to serve in AND outside the church. Win-win!

Pursuing higher education doesn’t mean you have to choose between secular and Christian training. Planning your education and future career can be daunting these days, but with MCS+Plus, you can earn a co-vocational degree that will set you up to do very well not only in the church but out in the real world.

Growing up in a pastor’s household, I had a front row seat to the many challenges that my parents faced in church leadership. I was able to see many of the unique challenges that come with pastoring, as well as the challenges that come with the business side of running a church organization. When I received my own call into vocational ministry, I was grateful to have the option of going to Red River College in Winnipeg for a two-year business diploma, which then counted fully towards my degree in Pastoral Leadership. I am confident that this 2+2 educational route has prepared me well for many of the challenges that I will face in a pastoral role, as well as in the board room.

Scott Poirier, Associate Pastor, Christian Life Church, Winnipeg

This combination offer (referred to as MCS+Plus) is not exclusive to Ontario residents or students of Mohawk College. It can work with programs from institutions elsewhere because most of MCS’s courses are accessible online (from anywhere). Of course, we’d love to see students onsite at our newly renovated facility in Mississauga or at one of our Church Hubs, too!

We need Christian leaders in our churches, and in our world. Ask us how you can combine other certifications with one of our degrees, and please share this opportunity with someone you know who has Christian leadership potential!

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