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Churches: Partner With Us & Invest in Christian Leaders

Churches: Partner With Us & Invest in Christian Leaders

Jayna2025-09-24T08:23:09-06:00Categories: Articles|Tags: Church in Canada|

Dear Pastors and Board Chairs, According to research from Rick Hiemstra of the Evangelical Fellowship of Canada, we will need 625 new leaders per year for the next 10 years just to keep up with pastoral retirement attrition1 – and that only accounts for senior leaders. What does that mean for the future of Kingdom ministries? We believe we can meet that need – and there are three ways you can help! 1. Your church can provide for us financially. Whereas public colleges and universities are funded by governments, and parishes are [...]

Course Spotlight: Interpreting the Bible

Course Spotlight: Interpreting the Bible

Jayna2025-07-24T20:21:59-06:00Categories: Articles|Tags: Programs & Courses|

Build a strong foundation for interpreting, understanding, and applying the Bible today! According to Guiness World Records, "The best-selling book of all time is the Christian Bible... the total number probably lies between 5 and 7 billion copies."1 The Bible is highly significant, and so is our understanding of it. Instructed by Dr. Jeromey Martini, this course will empower you to interpret the Bible faithfully and relevantly. You will be challenged to grow in Christ-like character as you apply the Bible to your life and as you model healthy social interaction. You will also be equipped to share exegesis of [...]

Course Spotlight: Next Generation Ministry

Course Spotlight: Next Generation Ministry

Jayna2025-07-24T20:29:21-06:00Categories: Articles|Tags: Programs & Courses|

How do you lead and disciple all generations in the church—especially when you're the only pastor? How do you help children, youth, and young adults not just stay connected, but grow to maturity as Christian adults? In the Fall of 2025, MCS and Horizon are offering a course designed to help you answer exactly those questions. Why take this course? Whether you're in full-time ministry, bi-vocational, or volunteering in your church, Next Generation Ministry will equip you to: Better understand the unique spiritual needs of each generation in the church Unite different ministry areas with shared vision and [...]

What does the PAOC believe?

What does the PAOC believe?

Jayna2025-07-17T08:14:44-06:00Categories: Articles|Tags: Christian Leadership, Christian Living, Church in Canada|

The SOET Videos: A Resource for Churches and Pastors In a time when clarity around doctrine and theology is more needed than ever, the Statement of Essential Truths (SOET) videos offer pastors and churches a valuable tool for teaching, discipleship, and leadership development. What are the SOET Videos? In 2023, Dr. Jeromey Martini, Dr. Andrew Gabriel, and Dr. Carmen Kampman shared a 4-week series preaching through the Statement of Essential Truths (SOET) from the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada (PAOC). Special thanks to Pastor Rob Shepherd, Pastor Matt Redstone and the technical teams at Westside [...]

Am I really using my Bible Schooling?

Am I really using my Bible Schooling?

Jayna2025-07-07T16:40:13-06:00Categories: Articles|Tags: Christian Leadership|

In "ministry" or not, what you learned in Bible college makes a difference. At some point, almost every post-secondary alumni will ask themselves, "Am I really using my schooling?" And the Bible college graduate might ask, "Am I really using my schooling if I'm not working in a church or ministry?" If that thought has crossed your mind, let me reassure you — you are not alone, and you are not failing. More than a Job Title Part of our vision here at MCS is to prepare leaders who are equipped [...]

The Return of An Alumnus

The Return of An Alumnus

Jayna2025-05-01T16:57:06-06:00Categories: Articles|

An Alumnus's Return to and Journey with MCS: A Reflection on Change In September of 1998 I first walked onto the campus of Master's College and Seminary (MCS, named Eastern Pentecostal Bible College at the time). I had only heard wondrous mythological tales of the place from friends who had attended. Google didn't exist yet, so I naively wondered if there might be a pool. Regardless, I knew God had directed me there, so I was optimistic for the future and the change that was about to come in my life. On January 8, 2024, I returned to [...]

Is Online Learning Right For You?

Is Online Learning Right For You?

Jayna2024-11-01T14:22:57-06:00Categories: Articles, Home Highlight|Tags: Christian Leadership, Programs & Courses|

Distance Education (DE): Answers to Your Top Questions! Thinking about taking Christian college or seminary courses online? It's a great way to earn a degree while balancing work, family, or other commitments. But with so many options swirling around, it can be tough to know where to start. Let's look at some common questions about online learning with MCS. Read on to get the answers you need! What are the benefits of studying online with MCS? Online learning with MCS offers several benefits, including: Flexibility: Students can participate [...]

Who’s your 1?

Who’s your 1?

Jayna2024-11-20T13:01:49-06:00Categories: Articles, Home Highlight|

Dear parents, pastors, and church leaders, For years, we've heard that the church is facing a leadership crisis. We believe we can help with the solution - and that YOU are part of it! We believe that prospective leaders abound in our churches, just waiting to be encouraged to take that first step into leadership. According to a recent Barna study, 1 in 10 Christian young adults are "resilient disciples" -- disciples deeply committed to their faith. "About 1 out of 10 Canadian young adults with a Christian background is a resilient disciple today..." [...]

Two New Seminary Degrees

Two New Seminary Degrees

Jayna2023-03-13T10:32:36-06:00Categories: Articles, Promotions|Tags: Programs & Courses|

Horizon Seminary is introducing 2 new degree programs in 2023. Here is a quick overview of each and what makes them distinct: Master of Arts in Biblical & Theological Studies (MABT) The MABT equips students with the skills needed to interpret and communicate the scriptures and theological truth effectively in various ministry settings. 48 credit-hour program (16 courses) The degree is designed for those who want to deepen their knowledge of the Bible and theology and grow in their relationship with God. MABT Program Details Master of [...]

Mind the Gap

Mind the Gap

Jayna2025-09-19T08:30:13-06:00Categories: Articles, Uncategorized|

If you’ve ever travelled to London, the iconic phrase, “Mind the Gap”, is something you’ve likely heard dozens of times as you ride “the underground.” The automated warning is heard thousands of times each day at every stop of the subway. The gap is significant and if the rider isn’t paying attention, they risk being harmed. The audio recording and painted words on the ground serve as the best option to solve the problem. When faced with a challenge—a gap that needs to be filled—the concept of “minding the gap” works for organizations as well. At MCS we have identified such [...]

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