“We are excited to welcome Jimmy Chan as Assistant Professor of Theology,” announced Dr. Colin Godwin, President of Carey Theological College. “During the interview process, we were impressed with Jimmy’s teaching ability, scholarship and his commitment to participate in Carey’s mission together, as we prepare men and women as pastors, missionaries and Christian leaders in Canada and around the world.”
IN MEMORY OF DAVID HOLTEN
It is with a heavy heart that we share David Holten passed away on Sunday, March 14, 2020, due to cancer. We are grateful for and blessed by his contributions as a friend of Carey, Board member and Treasurer. He was instrumental in helping Carey’s management with its strategic turnaround. Wherever David served, he would often express his love for God’s people and for Scripture. He has left a legacy of Christian devotion in the hearts of many.
VCEMF x Carey: Equipping God’s Faithful Leaders
On September 14th, 2020 VCEMF invited Carey to participate in their monthly meeting – entitled “Equipping God’s Faithful Leaders”. During this meeting, Carey shares what they have learned throughout the years of being an online seminary and what they have planned for the future. Carey and VCEMF have agreed to release the meeting to benefit all those who were not able to attend that morning.
COVID-19 GUEST UPDATE
All guests arriving from outside of Canada will be required to provide the hotel their Quarantine Exemptions if their stay occurs within the Government of Canada’s travel restrictions. Please visit the CBSA website for travel restriction details.
IN MEMORY OF DR. ELLIS ANDRÉ
It brings us great sorrow to share that Dr. Ellis André passed away on August 26, 2020, due to brain cancer. Dr. Andre was loved and highly respected by many people and will be missed.
Carey Graduation 2020
Congratulations to the 64 Carey graduates this year, one of our largest graduating classes ever. Although we cannot gather for a physical ceremony this year, Carey’s board of administration, faculty and staff want to celebrate their success and remember God’s faithfulness.
Additional Courses
Carey Theological College is excited about its new courses offered in the coming 2020/2021 academic year.
With a focus of biblical foundations this Fall, Carey is adding new components to its course offerings including Introduction to Old Testament, Introduction to the New Testament, and the Gospel of John.
Carey Theological College Aligns with CBWC Response to Racial Injustice
Carey Theological College, as a ministry of the Canadian Baptists of Western Canada, supports the efforts of churches across Western Canada and the world to condemn racism. Together, we support the spiritual transformation, social change and commitment to justice embodied in Micah 6:8.
DR. JOYCE CHAN RECOGNIZED BY THE CAREY BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION
Today we recognize and celebrate the leadership and many contributions of Rev. Dr. Chung-Yan (Joyce) Chan, as she concludes her service as Vice President Academic and resumes her continuing role at Carey Theological College as Professor of Church History.
‘ENLARGING THE PLACE OF YOUR TENT’ IN THE COVID-19 EXILE
Christians know well several of the promises found in Isaiah 54 because the words are present in many songs and hymns that we sing. Three verses which are often quoted and often sung speak to the hope and confidence that can be found by all those who put their faith in the Lord.