Atlantic School of Theology (AST)
660 Francklyn Street B3H 3B5 Halifax, NS, Canada

Atlantic School of Theology presents Field Notes: Ministry Innovations in the Midst of a Pandemic Join us at this virtual lunch and learn series. Next topic: Staying Connected - The Joys & Challenges of a Small Rural Parish During a Pandemic ... Date: February 18, at 1 p.m. To register visit: http://www.astheology.ns.ca/con-ed/2021.html

AST has made a decision regarding Summer Term 2021. A full update can be read here: http://www.astheology.ns.ca/home/covid-19/students.html

For AST updates on the ongoing COVID-19 situation, please visit our webpage at: http://www.astheology.ns.ca/home/covid-19/index.html We will continue to update this page on a regular basis.

A continuing education offering - Theologies of Play: Creative Play in Pastoral Ministry Play and creativity are not simply what we do when we have extra time on our hands, but integral to the practice of ministry. The capacity to deploy imagination and play is inherently within us, and this course explores how to connect with our creative play in our own callings as people of God. We will engage in pastoral theological reflection on the nature and source of creativity as well as its contribution to the practice of ministry, including pastoral care, counseling, and education. For more information and to register, visit: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/theologies-of-play-creative-pla

AST Library Update: AST’s Library is closed to the public. Library services continue, including curbside pickup. Access to study spaces and stacks is available by appointment, and appointments can be made in advance or at the door. To make an appointment, or to get a curbside pickup, call the Circulation Desk at 902-423-7986. Library hours remain the same, Monday Friday 8:30 am 4:30 pm.

Once again, AST is pleased to offer congratulations to three more graduates recently ordained to the Ministry of Word, Sacrament and Pastoral Care in the United Church of Canada. Jan McCormick, (far left) Alison Miculan (middle) and Amadeus Pyralis (far right), we are proud of your accomplishments and glad to know that we played a part in your journey of service to Christ’s church. May you be blessed in leadership and your leadership be a blessing.

A continuing education offering The Theological Vision of C.S. Lewis A study of C.S. Lewis’ theological agenda through close reading of selections of his fiction and non-fiction. Special attention will be given to his Christology and apologetic approaches. For more information and to register, visit: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-theological-vision-of-cs-le

Last week we launched our Leadership Learning series 'Leading from the Inside Out' with an amazing session led by the incomparable David Deane. If you want to understand how you can lead and support change for a more socially just and compassionate world, you will want to be part of this work. Next up on December 8, The Honourable Dr. Mayann Francis, O.N.S. on Ethical Leadership. Learn more and register here https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/leading-from-the-inside-out-fac

A continuing education offering - Psalms in Interpretation The Psalms have a special place in the life of the synagogue and church. Thus a major goal of this program is to see how the Psalter has fed and informed Jewish and Christian faith in various periods: biblical times, Rabbinic and Patristic periods, the Middle Ages, the Reformation, the Enlightenment, down to modern times. By interacting with recent research into the shape and shaping of the Psalter we will also consider the anthology’s unique arrangement. For more information and to register, visit: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/psalms-in-interpretation-ticket

On December 8, we are excited to welcome our past chair, The Honourable Dr. Mayann Francis, O.N.S. to the Leading from the Inside Out series. Dr. Francis will deliver a much-anticipated session on Ethical Leadership, including the importance of history and introspection in understanding our power, stepping into leadership and progressing on issues of social justice. Learn more and register https://lnkd.in/dXAVRnZ #leadership #leadersshapingleaders

Looking to expand your theological studies? If so, you should consider applying for our MA program. We accept MDiv graduates from around the world! If interested please contact our recruitment and vocations coordinator, Susan MacAlpine-Gillis at [email protected], she would love to chat!

When we started the diploma in the new evangelization, we knew it would enable Catholics to live their faith more passionately. We knew it would equip them to be agents of transformation in their home, their workplace, and the wider world. But we didn’t know what God would do in the lives of so many gifted and inspirational students. Hear some of their stories below.

AST would like to congratulate our very own, Dave Csinos on his recent book launch. His book, Little Theologians: Children, Culture, and the Making of Theological Meaning, can be found at https://www.mqup.ca/little-theologians-products-97802280038&

AST Presents - Reports From The Field - Worship During Covid A free, and open to all, series of sessions relating to online worship, faith formation, self care and social justice. Date: November, 19, 2020 Title: Conversations with Rabbi Kerzner about Remembrance and Jewish-Christian Dialogue in the Parish... Presenters: Dr. David MacLachlan & Guest For more information and to register, visit: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/ast-presents-reports-from-the-f

AST Leadership Learning is thrilled to announce it will host Svetlana Tikhanovskaya during a special session of its online series, Leading from the Inside Out in early 2021. A date will be confirmed and shared asap. In the session, an online interview and Q&A with AST Associate Professor, Dr. David Deane, Svetlana will share insights from her leadership journey. This bonus session is included when you register for the full series. Learn more and register here. http://ow.ly/blLU50CqhNj #leadership #leadersshapingleaders