Growing in pastoral imagination. Becoming more grounded in ministry.

Pastoral ministry is meaningful, challenging, and always unfolding. The Ministry Formation Certificate from Tyndale's Centre for Pastoral Imagination (TCPI) gives pastors and emerging pastoral leaders space to grow in their calling, deepen their ministry practice, and learn alongside others navigating today's realities of ministry.

Developed in partnership with local church leaders, this six-month certificate program brings together experienced pastors, ministry practitioners, and Tyndale faculty to explore the theological foundations and practical skills that support healthy, faithful, and contextually grounded ministry.

Formation for the ministry you’re called to

Through a cohort-based learning experience, participants become part of an intimate community of learning, reflection, and mutual support. Together, they will explore three interconnected areas of ministry formation:

• Personal Ministry - Deepen self-awareness, reflect on your calling, and attend to your personal formation for ministry.
• Communal Ministry - Grow in your understanding of relationships, community, and the shared life of the church.
• Ministry in Practice - Connect theological reflection with the everyday realities and practical challenges of pastoral ministry.

Learning is shaped by the contexts and callings of each cohort, with experienced pastors and practitioners working alongside Tyndale faculty to bring theological insight into conversation with lived ministry experience.

Learning in community, growing through mentorship

Ministry formation happens not only in the classroom, but also through relationships, shared experiences, and ongoing conversation with others who understand the work.

The program includes:

• A one-day personal formation retreat at Tyndale University.
• Five Friday learning days between November 2026 and April 2027.
• Mentorship and connection through TCPI’s Monthly Ministry Mornings, bringing together pastors from across the Greater Golden Horseshoe for shared learning, encouragement, and conversation.

Who is this program for?

The Ministry Formation Certificate is designed for existing pastors and those discerning or preparing for pastoral ministry who want to deepen their formation, strengthen their ministry practice, and learn alongside others serving in diverse church contexts.

Whether you are beginning your pastoral journey or seeking renewed perspective in an established ministry, this program offers space to reflect, build relationships, and develop the imagination and practices needed for the church today and tomorrow.

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Program details

Program length: Six months
Dates: November 2026 – April 2027 (5x Fridays (Nov. 13, Jan 15, Feb. 19, Mar. 19, Apr. 16) and 1x Saturday Retreat Dec. 12)
Format: Cohort-based learning, personal formation retreat, and monthly ministry gatherings. In-person attendance for all sessions is mandatory.
Location: Tyndale University Campus and participating ministry gathering locations
Cost: $2,000 CAD*

This is a non-degree certificate program. Participants may apply to have the certificate recognized as an elective master's course credit, subject to approval by the Tyndale University Registrar.

*We encourage participants to explore financial partnership with their sending church. If the program cost presents a barrier, please contact TCPI to inquire about potential scholarship support.

Take the next step

Join a community of pastors and emerging pastoral leaders committed to learning together, growing in their calling, and imagining new possibilities for faithful ministry.

For more information, contact:
Tyndale Centre for Pastoral Imagination
tcpi@tyndale.ca

The Tyndale Centre for Pastoral Imagination partners with churches to identify pastoral calling, develop ministry skills, and offer support through every season of pastoral ministry. Together, we hope to see an explosion of pastors leading with renewed imagination in the churches of today and tomorrow.

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