Pentecostal Christian Leadership

College Courses

Whether you are looking to level-up your knowledge on a particular subject or follow a program path, our unique courses will enrich your Christian life. Each one is purposefully grounded in the mission of preparing competent Christian leaders. Plus, they are delivered in a variety of formats, making Christian education accessible and flexible to meet your needs.

College Course Schedule

24-25 Academic Calendar

Upcoming Courses

  • Bible Study Methods Dr. Jeromey Martini Nov 4 – 8
  • Theology I Rev. David Kentie, Ph.D. (cand.) Nov 4 – 8
  • Theology I Dr. Steve Harris Nov 4 – 8
  • Intro to the New Testament Dr. Tim Beech Nov 4 – 8
  • Finance, Governance, & Administration Dr. Frank Jeske Nov 4 – 8 + Seminary
  • Intro to the Old Testament Dr. Stephen Barkley Nov 11 – Dec 20
  • Understanding Cultural Diversity in Ministry Dr. Yajaira Gomez Nov 11 – Dec 20
  • Introduction to Theology Dr. Andrew Gabriel Nov 11 – Dec 20
  • Reason & Christian Belief Rev. Rick Schellenberg, M.Div., S.T.M. Nov 11 – Dec 20
  • Worldviews & Contemporary Culture Stephanie Christianson, M.A Nov 11 – Dec 20
  • Module (1-Week)
  • Term Weekends

  • Internship DE Course

  • Term A (Sept 16 – Oct 25)

  • Term B (Nov 11 – Dec 20)

  • Term C (Jan 13 – Feb 21)

  • Term D (Mar 10 – Apr 17)

  • Fall Semester (Aug 28 – Dec 15)

  • Winter Semester (Jan 13 – Apr 17)

  • Distance Education Options

On-Campus Instruction

On-Campus, Remote Professor

Biblical Studies

Intro to the Old Testament

Bible – B110
3 credits

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Intro to the New Testament

Bible – B115
3 credits

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Bible Study Methods

Bible – B119
3 credits
PAOC credential requirement

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Bible Study Methods DE

Bible – B119 (*Directed Study)
3 credits
PAOC credential requirement

Pentateuch

Bible – B220
3 credits| Prerequisites: B110 or B119

*Graduate credit available through Horizon Seminary >
Luke – Acts

Bible – B266
3 credits | Prerequisites: B115 or B119

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Old Testament History DE

Bible – B320 DE
3 credits | Prerequisites: B110 & B119

*Graduate credit available through Horizon Seminary >
Old Testament History DE

Bible – B320 DE
3 credits | Prerequisites: B110 & B119

*Graduate credit available through Horizon Seminary >
Hebrews

Bible – B360
3 credits

*Graduate credit available through Horizon Seminary >
Studies in Paul’s Letters

Bible – B364
3 credits | Prerequisites: B115 & B119

Old Testament Prophets

Bible – B420
3 credits | Prerequisites: B110 & B119

*Graduate credit available through Horizon Seminary >
Old Testament Prophets DE

Bible – B420
3 credits | Prerequisites: B110 & B119

*Graduate credit available through Horizon Seminary >
Biblical Communication

Bible – B490
3 credits | Prerequisites: P302

General Studies

Writing for Academic Success I

General – G100
3 credits

Writing for Academic Success I DE

General – G100
3 credits

Writing for Academic Success II

General – G200
3 credits | Prerequisites: G100

Writing for Academic Success II DE

General – G200
3 credits | Prerequisites: G100

History of the Christian Era

General – G110
3 credits

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*Graduate credit available through Horizon Seminary >
History of the Christian Era DE

General – G110
3 credits

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*Graduate credit available through Horizon Seminary >
Worldviews & Contemporary Culture

General – G143
3 credits

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Worldviews & Contemporary Culture DE

General – G143
3 credits

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Personal & Christian Life Management

General – G144
3 credits

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Personal & Christian Life Management DE

General – G144
3 credits

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Foundations of Leadership

General – G149
3 credits

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Foundations of Leadership DE

General – G149
3 credits

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English Christian Literature DE

General – G208
3 credits

Communication Skills

General – G209
3 credits | Prerequisites: B119

Worship & the Arts

General – G212
3 credits

Worship & the Arts DE

General – G212
3 credits

Ethics and Morality

General – G230
3 credits | Prerequisites: G143

Ethics and Morality DE

General – G230
3 credits | Prerequisites: G143

*Graduate credit available through Horizon Seminary >
Understanding Cultural Diversity in Ministry

General – G249
3 credits

Understanding Cultural Diversity in Ministry DE

General – G249
3 credits

Pentecostalism & the Church in Canada

General – G310
3 credits | Prerequisites: G110
PAOC credential requirement

Pentecostalism & the Church in Canada DE

General – G310
3 credits | Prerequisites: G110
PAOC credential requirement

Reason & Christian Belief

General – G330 DE
3 credits | Prerequisites: G143

Technology & Communication for Ministry DE

General – G360
3 credits | Prerequisites: G209

Finance, Governance & Administration

General – G467
3 credits | Prerequisites: first year of studies

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Finance, Governance & Administration DE

General – G467
3 credits | Prerequisites: first year of studies

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*Graduate credit available through Horizon Seminary >

Professional Studies

Intro to Spiritual Formation

Professional – P146
3 credits

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Intro to Spiritual Formation DE

Professional – P146
3 credits

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Ministry Formation (Yr 1)

Professional – P151
1 credit

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Intro to Christian Mission

Professional – P160
3 credits

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Intro to Christian Mission DE

Professional – P160
3 credits

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Intro to Pastoral Life & Leadership

Professional – P221
3 credits
PAOC credential requirement

Intro to Pastoral Life & Leadership DE

Professional – P221
3 credits
PAOC credential requirement

Ministry Formation (Yr 2)

Professional – P251
1 credit

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Indigenous Ministry

Professional – P293
3 credits

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Indigenous Ministry DE

Professional – P293
3 credits

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Preaching & Public Speaking

Professional – P302
3 credits | Prerequisites: G209 & B119
PAOC credential requirement

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Coaching to Empower Others for Strategic Growth

Professional – P328
3 credits | Prerequisites: G149

Preaching & Public Speaking DE

Professional – P302
3 credits | Prerequisites: G209 & B119
PAOC credential requirement

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Ministry Formation (Yr 3)

Professional – P351
1 credit

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Global Mission Work: Principles & Practices DE

Professional – P360
3 credits

Leadership Theory & Practice DE

Professional – P422 DE
3 credits | Prerequisites: G149
PAOC credential requirement

Training Leaders in Ministry Organizations DE

Professional – P431
3 credits | Prerequisites: G149

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*Graduate credit available through Horizon Seminary >
Internship

Professional – P358
9 credits | Prerequisites: Approval of Faculty

Internship

Professional – P458 & P459
15 credits | Prerequisites: Approval of Faculty

Theological Studies

Intro to Theology

Theology – T101
3 credits
| Prerequisites: none

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Intro to Theology DE

Theology – T101
3 credits
| Prerequisites: none

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Theology I

Theology – T220
3 credits | Prerequisites: T101

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Theology I DE

Theology – T220
3 credits | Prerequisites: T101

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Current Issues in Theology

Theology – T491
3 credits | Prerequisites: T220  & T221

*Graduate credit available through Horizon Seminary >
Current Issues in Theology DE

Theology – T491
3 credits | Prerequisites: T220 & T221

Doctrine of God DE

Theology – T410
3 credits

Soteriology

Theology – T411
3 credits

Soteriology DE

Theology – T411
3 credits

Holy Spirit & the Church

Theology – T311
3 credits
| Prerequisites: T220 & T221
PAOC credential requirement

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*Graduate credit available through Horizon Seminary >
Theology II

Theology – T221
3 credits | Prerequisites: T220

Theology II DE

Theology – T221
3 credits | Prerequisites: T220

Youth Coalition Courses

Personal & Spiritual Formation in Ministry

P145-CB
3 credits
| Prerequisites: Enrollment with the Youth Coalition

Youth Ministry Management: Principles & Practices

P270-CB
3 credits
| Prerequisites: Enrollment with the Youth Coalition

Thinking Theologically About Ministry

T190-CB
3 credits
| Prerequisites: Enrollment with the Youth Coalition

Worldviews and Conversational Apologetics

G140-CB
3 credits
| Prerequisites: Enrollment with the Youth Coalition

Understanding Today’s Youth Culture

G270-CB
3 credits
| Prerequisites: Enrollment with the Youth Coalition

Counselling Adolescents and their Families

P226-CB
3 credits
| Prerequisites: Enrollment with the Youth Coalition

Communication Skills For Effective Ministry

P201-CB
3 credits
| Prerequisites: Enrollment with the Youth Coalition

Issues in Adolescent Faith Formation

G240-CB
3 credits
| Prerequisites: Enrollment with the Youth Coalition

Course Delivery

MCS delivers courses to you in a variety of ways:

1-Week Modules

Modules allow you to take the classroom portion of an entire course in only 5 days. Following the module, you have six weeks to complete assignments and coursework. This is a great option if you have limited time to study!

6-Week Terms

The 6-week courses happen twice per week for 3 hours each on Monday and Wednesday for 5 weeks. The 6th week is set aside for you to complete any assignment revisions to meet competency.

4-Month Semesters

Semester courses meet once per week over a 4-month semester (September-December or January-April). These courses run Mondays and Wednesdays in 3-hour blocks.

Live-Stream Video

You can join many of MCS’s courses from anywhere in the world by live stream over the internet. This is ideal if you want to study at MCS from a distance. There are some limitations, and live-streaming requires you to have adequate internet on your end.

Video on Demand

If you can’t join a live class, many courses have lectures captured daily and uploaded to our video site. VOD students will engage with all of the recordings within specified time-frames to keep pace with the in-class students. Check with our registrar’s office if you see something you’d like to take!

Online Video

With Online Video, you don’t have set times to view lectures or attend class, although you do have deadlines for assignments and requirements to interact with other online students in the course. These are offered on an as-requested basis and must be approved through the Registrar’s office.

Directed Study

If onsite, live stream, or recorded courses aren’t options for you, our faculty are often able to work with you to customize a course into a one-on-one learning experience. Often these opportunities come from direct conversation with the faculty, but you can also check for options with our registrar.