Ministry Formation Certificate

Tyndale Centre for Pastoral Imagination

Ministry Formation Certificate

The Tyndale Centre for Pastoral Imagination, in partnership with local church leaders, invites local pastors and ministry leaders to our 6-month certificate program designed to equip existing and future pastors for ministry in their contexts.

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The Ministry Formation Certificate is a six-month, cohort-based program designed to equip pastors and ministry leaders for effective service in their local contexts. Through interactive learning, mentorship, and practical training, participants explore three key areas of formation: Personal, Communal, and Missional Ministry.

Led by experienced pastors, practitioners, and Tyndale faculty, the program includes a retreat at Tyndale’s campus and five Friday sessions between November 2025 and April 2026. Open to both current and emerging leaders, the certificate offers practical tools, spiritual renewal, and a supportive community of peers.

Current Tyndale Seminary students may also be eligible to count this certificate toward elective Master’s credit (with approval).

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"Overall, the topics and lessons were very helpful and relevant. I especially appreciated the biblical depth and practical application."

Cohort Dates

Note: none of these sessions are stand-alone. All sessions must be attended in-person to earn the certificate. Personal Formation retreat is scheduled for December 5-6, 2025.

Friday, November 14, 2025
Personal Formation for Ministry I - Pastoral Identity
2 Sessions: All day (9:00am- 4:00pm)

Friday, December 5, 2025
Personal Formation for Ministry I - Pastoral Identity
1 Session: Evening (approx. 5:00pm- 9:00pm)

Saturday, December 6, 2025
Personal Formation for Ministry II - Pastoral Formation
2 Sessions: All day (9:00am- 4:00pm)

Friday, January 9, 2026
Ministry Formation I - Team Building and Formation
2 Sessions: All day (9:00am- 4:00pm)

Friday, February 13, 2026
Ministry Formation II - Administration and Leadership
2 Sessions: All day (9:00am- 4:00pm)

Friday, March 13, 2026
Community Engagement I - Thinking Missionally
2 Sessions: All day (9:00am- 4:00pm)

Friday, April 10, 2026
Community Engagement II - Practice
2 Sessions: All day (9:00am- 4:00pm)