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Surprised by the Spirit
I grew up singing and praying in a number of different Baptist, Salvation Army, and (primarily) Pentecostal churches. Each church was unique in how they worshiped God, and each had distinct perspectives regarding what it meant to experience the Holy Spirit and how the Holy Spirit worked. The first time [...]
Does the Church need Pastors or “Leaders”?
"Leadership" seems like a buzz word among Christians these days. Between the newness of the study of "leadership,"[1] and the fact that there is nothing inherently Christian about "leadership," some Christians express concern that the emphasis on leadership makes churches unknowingly bring secular business theories (by which they mean anti-Christian [...]
Farewell Jackson
It's hard to say goodbye. As the demolition of our former building has begun, it stirs a lot of emotions. Sadness mixed with thankfulness! Here is the last look at 1303 Jackson Ave as we knew it. You can see photos on our Facebook [...]
What Have You Got to Lose?
Christian education is more than it used to be. In the olden days – like 20 years ago 😊 – Christians routinely spent a year or more at Bible college after high school. Nowadays, that's become a lot less common. On the one hand, there's been increasing pressure felt [...]
Ministry Burnout
I've spent a considerable amount of time this past fall visiting with pastors and ministry leaders throughout our constituencies. My friends, there's trouble. When Barna released stats earlier this year that 30% of clergy are likely to leave ministry before this pandemic is over, I confess, I was skeptical. [...]
Who Cares if Jesus is God?
The Bible teaches that Jesus really is God. Dr. Jeromey Martini explores the ways in which this shaped early Christians and what difference it should make for us, today. (Original message delivered at Lloydminster Gospel Fellowship Church) Listen to the full message What difference does [...]
A Look at Our Programs and Courses
Course Spotlight: Technology & Communication for Ministry
Some churches use technology well; some do not. Many use it simply because it is done by other churches [...]
Auditing: A Great Way to Grow
Horizon delivers the very best in competency-based education, preparing Christian leaders for Spirit-empowered life and ministry in the 21st century. [...]
Two New Seminary Degrees
Horizon Seminary is introducing 2 new degree programs in 2023. Here is a quick overview of each and what makes [...]
Ministry Modules
Horizon has a variety of ministry-related modular courses to empower Christian leaders in their work of serving the Kingdom. [...]
Course Highlight: Indigenous Ministry
How can we as Christians respond to the tragic discoveries of the Indigenous children's unmarked graves in Canada and to [...]
Course Highlight: Ministry Formation
Horizon College students are required to participate in weekly practical ministry as part of their education. This year, our [...]
