Faithful Neighbouring in a Post-TRC Canada

This course equips Christian ministry leaders and learners to understand the histories, theologies, and relationships influencing Indigenous–Christian engagement in Canada. Participants will explore Indigenous worldviews, the legacy of colonization, and insights from Indigenous Christian scholars to develop strategies for addressing the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Calls to Action and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) in their ministries.

Start Date 

Anytime

End Date

Complete at your pace 

Format

Online

Time

40-45 hours

Instructor

Rev. Jodi Spargur

Stream

Intercultural Humility

Course Details

  Dates and Time: Asynchronous times , Self-paced  
 Location: Online
  Completing the Micro-Credential Course: At the successful completion of this course, students will be awarded a micro-credential badge approved by Acadia University and Acadia Divinity College to your MyCreds account
  Grading: All ADC Expand micro-credential courses are pass/fail 

How to Apply

1. Create an Account & Fill out the Application Form
After you've created your account, an application form will pop up. Fill out all fields and submit - it should only take a few minutes to complete. Your application will be reviewed by ADC and you will receive a response within the week. 

Financial Assistance

  Students who have their credentials held by the CBAC can request a $50 bursary code to use at the time of course enrolment. Please contact Garth Williams (garth.williams@atlanticbaptist.ca) for eligibility.
 Students who have their credentials held by the CBOQ can request a $50 bursary code to use at the time of course enrolment. Please contact Ken Foo (kfoo@baptist.ca) for eligibility.
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Jodi Spargur

 Jodi lives on unceded Coast Salish territories in the city of Vancouver, where she has worked as a farmer, pastor, and catalyzer for justice and healing between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Peoples. After completing an MDiv at Regent College in 2003, she pastored and planted a church with the CBWC in Vancouver. In 2015, Jodi launched Red Clover Initiatives, a non-profit network fostering Indigenous-led local actions for healing, justice, and right relations. Jodi is currently a PhD candidate with NAIITS: An Indigenous Learning Community, exploring Indigenous theology and Christian ethics. When not working, Jodi finds renewal on the land—fishing, camping, and tending the places that continue to inspire her work.