Last month (August 25-September 1) the Centre for Christian Studies offered a UCC Admissions Orientation learning circle specifically designed for ministers from other denominations who are entering ministry in the United Church of Canada. Michelle Owens and Marcie Gibson brought their practical experience in United Church ministry and their critical skills in theological education to…
Our monthly online gathering for learning and conversation returns this October 1st.
“I feel like I found an important learning and teaching community; a place where I can explore my own thoughts and feelings about how I experience God in my life and the world.”
We are sharing the news that Principal Michelle Owens will be leaving the Centre for Christian Studies at the end of 2021. Michelle is returning to congregational ministry in Ontario, where she will be closer to family. Michelle joined the staff as principal in 2017. In that time she has worked tirelessly to help the…
The Centre for Christian Studies has two learning circles going on at the same time today, with 34 students coming from 10 different time zones!
To protect members of our community, prolonged in-person events such as Learning Circles and the Face-to-Face Council meeting will be limited to people who are fully vaccinated.
Ray McGinnis’ new book tells the story of the 9/11 families and the questions their government has ignored.
Lori Stewart attended two online conferences with Anglican colleagues this summer.
Michelle Owens talks with friends Kenji Marui and Tanya Cameron about responding to tragedies such as the murder of the Afzaal family.
Marcie Gibson reflects on the series of diaconal seminars offered by DOTAC in May.
Students explored how to create and maintain community while turning the world upside down for social justice.
Michelle Owens reflects on attending a vigil for children lost to residential schools.
Is 2021-2022 the year you follow your calling? Will this be the year you dig deeper into the topics that matter to you? Is this the year you rediscover yourself as a learner? Will this be the year you reconnect with a community who learn together? Is this the year that your passion and the…
This past year our students have benefitted from caring presence of spiritual care providing chaplains during many of their learning circles. Chaplains have been a part of CCS learning circles for many years. Learning circles can be stressful: traveling to Winnipeg for class, being away from family, trying to set other work demands aside for…
It started at a church meeting when Gloria was talking with her friends Jody Maltby and Karen Hilfman Millson about needing some mental engagement and looking for a focus for her energies. They suggested that Gloria take a look at CCS. “I think you’d like the learning style.” Gloria Tozek is a student in the…