Master of Psychospiritual Studies at Knox College
The Master of Psychospiritual Studies at Knox is a growing program with more and more students (of all ages) entering each year. We’ve had the pleasure of partnering with those who lead this program at Knox and in we though the week was the perfect time to highlight this program to you. Thinking about going back to school? Feeling called to Ministry? Know someone who is? Check out the MPS program at Knox.
Empowering Research in Spirituality: Reflections from Sara Traficante
Sara Traficante, our returning intern with Ministry Forum and a final-year Master of Psychospiritual Studies student at Knox College, recently attended the one-day "Empowering Research in Spirituality" conference, co-hosted by Ministry Forum and the Canadian Association for Spiritual Care (CASC/ACSS) on October 3rd.
A New Imagination for Ministry: Rev. Rebekah Mitchell and the Future of Congregational Life
As we wrap up Season 2 of the Ministry Forum Podcast, we’re closing with a conversation that invites us not just to think differently about bivocational ministry—but to imagine ministry itself in a new way.
In our final episode, Rev. Rebekah Mitchell of St. Peter’s in Madoc joins Ministry Forum intern Sara Traficante to reflect on her unique call—a call that weaves together congregational leadership, community mental health, and the deeply spiritual work of psychotherapy.
Knox Counselling Centre
Knox Counselling Centre provides a range of services, including individual, couple, family, and group counselling, all with a psychospiritual focus. This approach integrates psychological principles with spiritual exploration, addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and relationship challenges. While rooted in the Christian academic context of Knox College, the Centre is inclusive and welcomes clients from all backgrounds—no religious or spiritual affiliation is necessary to access services.
Master of Pastoral Studies (MPS) at Knox College
Thinking about going back to school? Feeling called to Ministry? Here’s a run down on the MPS program at Knox.
The Master of Pastoral Studies program equips persons for leadership in helping professions. At Knox College, MPS students choose one of two foci:
Spiritual Care – Provide spiritual care and therapy in faith communities, private practice offices, social service agencies, or public institutions such as healthcare institutions, long-term care facilities, hospices, prisons, and educational institutions.
Social Services – Provide leadership in faith-based organizations, non-profits, or secular social agencies.