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Christian Higher Education and Leadership in Canada
The Experiment is Working: Update from President Martini
From significant student growth to an exciting announcement, President Martini shares how God is moving—and how you can be part of it.
There is more!
With all the talks about "The Quiet Revival" happening in Gen Z and the resurgence of interest in the Bible, it is exhilarating to experience it firsthand in the prairies of SK.
Imagine If We Could Eliminate Canada’s Leadership Pipeline Crisis
"Friends, this is a pivotal moment for the Church in Canada. God is stirring hearts. Young people are responding..."
Churches: Partner With Us & Invest in Christian Leaders
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 [...]
What does the PAOC believe?
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 [...]
Am I really using my Bible Schooling?
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 [...]
A Look at Our Programs and Courses
Called to Care: Christian Counselling in Canada
Heather Tomes has developed two degrees designed to equip students for counselling and psychotherapy with both clinical skill and a biblical worldview.
New Seminary Program: Master of Arts in Pastoral Psychotherapy
We're excited to share a significant milestone at Horizon Seminary — our new MA in Pastoral Psychotherapy degree is now accepting applications for Fall 2026!
Course Spotlight: Theology of Worship
Worship lies at the heart of the church's life and ministry. From the earliest believers gathering in homes to the [...]
Course Spotlight: Next Generation Ministry
How do you lead and disciple all generations in the church—especially when you're the only pastor? How do you help [...]
Course Spotlight: Interpreting the Bible
Build a strong foundation for interpreting, understanding, and applying the Bible today! According to Guiness World Records, "The best-selling [...]
Partnership with IBQ
New Partnership Brings English Language Education to Quebec Churches We're excited to share some wonderful news for our English-speaking [...]
Mental Health
Called to Care: Christian Counselling in Canada
Heather Tomes has developed two degrees designed to equip students for counselling and psychotherapy with both clinical skill and a biblical worldview.
Answering Life’s Tough Questions: Heather’s Story
"I thought seminary would mostly be an academic exercise, but it ended up shaping me in ways I didn’t expect."
Counselling the People of the Prairies
Walking through the door, I looked at the panel of people seated at the table in front of me. Warm smiles and curious glances gazed back. I took my seat, tightly gripping the folder in my hand. Nervousness mixed with excitement filled me as I sat down for the interview. [...]
Affordable Christian Counselling
The decision to pursue counselling can often feel overwhelming. Besides setting aside the time and emotional investment it takes to get started, the financial cost can also be a deterrent. There is a lot to consider when looking for a counsellor who is the right fit for you. We understand! [...]
Course Spotlight: Marriage & Family Counselling
Help build the health of the church in a skilled and understanding way! Join Dr. Thorlakson in June for this one-week modular course. Available on campus or livestream. This course is an introduction to theory and practice in marriage and family counselling, with special focus on attachment and systems [...]
Glimpses and Glimmers of God’s Goodness
As Pentecostals, we believe for the big answers to prayer – the dramatic conversion of a "big sinner", the miraculous healing of someone on their death bed, a lame person walking, or an unexpected gift of a significant cash blessing. These are all legitimate expectations but have we focused so [...]
Indigenous Reconciliation
215 Children – Where Do We Go From Here?
Forging a Path: Talk 1 Like many Canadians, when I first heard the news that the bodies of 215 children were discovered buried under a residential school in Kamloops, my reaction was one of horror at what is simply a dehumanizing act. As a Christian, my follow-up reaction focused [...]
94 Calls
Forging a Path: Talk 2 Following the horrific discoveries of Indigenous children's remains found in unmarked graves around the country's residential schools, here is the next installment in a series of discussions featuring two Horizon alumni: brothers, Andrew and Jimmy Thunder. Andrew and Jimmy are Oji-Cree from Sachigo Lake [...]
94 Calls, Part II
Forging a Path: Talk 2, Part II This is part 2 of our second talk in our series of discussions on Indigenous reconciliation and the church. In this section, Jimmy and Andrew Thunder lead us in a deeper dive into the '94 Calls to Action' looking specifically at [...]
Treaty No 1
Today marks the 150th anniversary of the signing of Treaty 1. This is not only significant for our friends in Manitoba but for all Canadians as this was the first of the eleven numbered treaties that were signed after confederation and are an important part of our history. As [...]
94 Calls, Part III
Forging a Path: Talk 2 - Part 3 This is a continuation of the second installment in our series of discussions on Indigenous reconciliation and the church. Jimmy and Andrew Thunder help us to examine Calls 59 and 60 of the '94 Calls to Action' - as directed to [...]
Keep Moving Forward
As we reflect on the '94 Calls to Action,' we want you to know that there are opportunities to continue this important learning journey. Canada has federally declared September 30 as Truth and Reconciliation Day, acknowledging our Indigenous peoples. In recognition of this day we are bringing in [...]
