Briercrest Seminary

We are a Canadian Christian Theological Seminary offering excellent graduate-level training for vocational ministry and professional settings. Located in Southern Saskatchewan, we provide a flexible modular education in a multi-denominational setting to help our graduates equip the church and engage our world.

Graduate-level Training

We offer excellent graduate-level ministry training with well-respected Canadian scholars and practitioners in biblical studies, theology, counselling, leadership, and ministry.

Flexible Education

We include modular and online education so that you can access training relevant to your context without having to leave it.

Biblical Foundation

We facilitate a learning community for people of different denominations and countries to explore and engage with foundational Biblical truths.

End of Year Campaign

2024 is quickly coming to a close and Briercrest needs your help to continue transforming lives, deepening faith, and equipping leaders. Every donation, no matter the size, makes a significant impact on our ministry.
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About Briercrest Seminary

Education that Makes a Difference: Come and study with peers from all different walks of life and learn from both the professors and each other.

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Certificate

Certificate of the Seminary

Learn and grow in an academic context designed to train you for effective service.

Masters

Master of Christian Ministries

Gain the foundation and flexibility you need to pursue areas of passion and demand in Christian ministry.

Masters

Master of Counselling

Gain skills that can help improve the lives of others, and learn to engage the biological, psychological, relational, and theological issues that impact peoples’ lives.

Certificate

Leadership Certification

Advance your ministry and career opportunities with a specialization in a particular area of leadership.

Master of Arts

Biblical Languages and Exegesis

Greek and graduate-level research skills in the field of biblical studies.

Master of Arts

Theological Studies

Gain the academic background and skills needed for sound theological work in church, missions, or academic contexts.

Master of Arts

Marriage and Family Therapy

Prepare for service in the mental health sector and in specialized church or parachurch counselling ministries.

Master of Divinity

This extensive program is designed to give you a solid and well-balanced foundation in biblical and theological studies.

Master of Arts

Leadership and Management

Be resourced with great and godly principles to help you excel in your leadership capabilities and contexts.

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Carl Hinderager PhD

Professor of New Testament

My goal is to take students by the hand and lead them along until they can "feed" themselves from Scripture....

What's Happening at Briercrest

December 13, 2024

Merry Christmas from Briercrest 2024

This Christmas, President Michael Pawelke reflects on the heart of the season as he takes us shopping for the perfect gift for his wife.

Michael and Linda Pawelke on their wedding day

President Pawelke Shares His Briercrest Story in a Letter

Building a Leadership Development Culture with Sam Romijn

Briercrest Celebrates Two Successful Giving Days, But Help Still Needed

Embracing Diversity in the Church with Terry Sanderson

Director of Recruitment

Tue. January, 21, 2025

Briercrest Alumni and Friends - Vancouver Island Event

Tue. February, 4, 2025

Briercrest Alumni and Friends - Kelowna Event

Thu. Feb 27 to Fri. Feb. 28, 2025

Experience Briercrest

Thu. May 1 to Fri. May. 2, 2025

Experience Briercrest

Church in the North Podcast

Check out our new PODCAST! Church in the North brings you thoughtful, sometimes humorous, conversations with church leaders. From rural Saskatchewan to urban Vancouver, from the outskirts of Winnipeg to the rocky shores of Halifax.

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