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The Ministry Forum Podcast exists to inspire, support, and connect ministry leaders across Canada, offering valuable insights for those involved in preaching, pastoral care, youth, and children’s ministry and everything in between. In each episode, we feature engaging conversations with experienced ministry leaders, theologians, and practitioners as they share their wisdom, stories, and practical advice. Our mission is to empower you with the tools and knowledge you need to thrive in your mi ...
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S2E2: Interview with The Rev. Dr. Bill Lord, Retired Director of Continuing Education at Toronto School of Theology and Mentor
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In this episode of the Ministry Forum Podcast, John talks with the Reverend Bill Lord, a seasoned ministry leader with decades of experience in Christian education and pastoral care. Bill shares his journey from being a local pastor to becoming a leader in lifelong learning and continuing education for ministry. The conversation focuses on the impo…
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S2E1: Interview with Dr. Laura Alary, Children’s Book author and Knox College Staff Member
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John Borthwick chats with theologian, storyteller, and children’s book author Laura Alary about her creative journey and unique approach to ministry. From her early days as a student at Knox College to her current role as Library Assistant and Coordinator of the Mackay Educational Resource Center, Laura shares how she combined her love of theology,…
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Hey, Ministry Forum audience, it's John popping into the studio for a quick update on our next season of the Ministry Forum Podcast.Ministry Forum tarafından oluşturuldu
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S1E10: Cross-Cast with Rev. Scott McAndless - “Retelling the Bible Podcast”
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In this crosscast episode of the Ministry Forum Podcast, host Rev. John Borthwick welcomes Rev. W. Scott McAndless, minister and creator of the podcast Retelling the Bible. McAndless shares his unique approach to biblical storytelling, how his passion for narratives inspired the podcast, and the creative process behind his episodes. Scott shares in…
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S1E9: Interview with Sara Traficante, Ministry Forum Intern and MPS student
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In this episode, Ministry Forum Intern Sara Traficante shares her journey from a career in music to studying psychospiritual therapy at Knox College. Drawn to ministry through experiences in her church and a contemplative search for deeper meaning, Sara describes how the Master of Psychospiritual Studies (MPS) program allows her to integrate faith …
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S1E8: Interview with Pastor Kevin Coghill of Royal City Mission
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In this episode, Pastor Kevin Coghill shares the story of Royal City Mission in Guelph, Ontario, a church reimagined as a mission to prioritize community service over conventional Sunday worship. Coghill explains how the mission operates seven days a week, providing meals and support for the city’s most vulnerable, guided by values of relationship,…
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S1E7: Interview with Rachel Kennedy, Ministry Forum Intern and MDiv student
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In this episode of the Ministry Forum Podcast, host Rev. John Borthwick chats with Rachel Kennedy, a Ministry Forum Intern and M.Div. student at Knox College. Rachel shares her journey into ministry, from her start as a French teacher to answering an unexpected yet compelling call to seminary. The conversation digs into Rachel’s passion for creatin…
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S1E6: Sabbath Rest: The Presbyterian Church in Canada’s Inter-mission Policy Explained
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In this episode of the Ministry Forum Podcast, Rev. John Borthwick explains the concept of "intermission" in the Presbyterian Church in Canada, a 10-week paid leave for ministers designed to provide rest, renewal, and spiritual reflection. Surprisingly, many ministers are unaware of this opportunity, which has existed since 1992 and was revised in …
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S1E5: Interview with Rev. Dr. Kristine O'Brien, Director of Crieff Hills Retreat Centre
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Rev. John Borthwick chats with Rev. Dr. Kristine O'Brien, the Executive Director of Crieff Hills Retreat Centre. Kristine reflects on her shift from congregational ministry to leading Crieff Hills, stressing how vital Sabbath rest and breaks (or "intermissions") are for avoiding burnout and sparking creativity in ministry. She talks about how takin…
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S1E4: Unsettling Worship, A Conversation with Rev. Dr. Sarah Travis
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In this episode, we rebroadcast parts of a book launch for the Rev. Dr. Sarah Travis’ book, Unsettling Worship, Reforming Liturgy for Right Relations with Indigenous Communities. The conversation centers on how Christian worship can address the historical and ongoing colonial injustices faced by Indigenous peoples. Dr. Travis highlights how worship…
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S1E3: Interview with Rev. Dr. Grace Ji-Sun Kim: author, speaker and advocate.
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John Borthwick chats with Knox College alumna Rev. Dr. Grace Ji-Sun Kim. Grace shares her journey from studying theology to becoming an accomplished author, speaker, and advocate. She reflects on what it’s like to navigate academia as an Asian-American woman and why she’s passionate about amplifying marginalized voices. Grace discusses topics in he…
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S1E2: Interview with Knox College Principal Ernest van Eck
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John Borthwick sits down with Knox College's Principal, Rev. Dr. Ernest van Eck, for a fascinating conversation about his journey from a small mining town in South Africa to becoming the principal of Knox College. Ernest shares stories from his days as an aspiring CPA (yes, you read that right!), his athletic accomplishments, and how a last-minute …
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S1E1: My Lifelong Learning Journey - Director John Borthwick
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In this very first episode of the Ministry Forum Podcast, Rev. John Borthwick, Director of the Center for Lifelong Learning at Knox College, takes us on a personal journey through his somewhat unexpected path into ministry. You’ll hear how a curious kid obsessed with history (and Dungeons & Dragons!) found himself navigating university, working in …
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Welcome, welcome to a promise fulfilled! In this teaser, John introduces listeners to the Ministry Forum Podcast and talks about what to expect when it launches October 1st 2024.Ministry Forum tarafından oluşturuldu
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