Gen Z, the anxious generation, has not found “life, and life to the full” in the choose your own adventure, you do you, philosophies... Instead, they’re searching for stable truth and institutions that have stood the test of time.”
— Mike Racinsky, Next Gen Catalyst, FEB Central
As we enter this new season at Heritage, we are filled with gratitude for the work God is doing in and through our students. This fall, we welcomed a gifted and passionate group of students who are eager to serve the Lord in all they do. A number of these are preparing to serve Christ and His church through vocational ministry. We praise the Lord for each one He has brought to Heritage.
We are delighted to share how our strategic priorities are advancing through Heritage NEXT, our multi-year initiative to strengthen the strategic direction of Heritage. This initiative is shaping the future of Heritage by focusing on:
• Staying rooted and Built on Truth; maintaining our uncompromising commitment to Scripture and sound doctrine.
• Remaining For the Church; as we prepare faithful servants of the gospel.
• Ensuring programs are Designed for Life; meeting students where they are at with flexible learning formats.
• Staying Rooted in Relationship; forming students who are prayed for, challenged and encouraged.
• Committing to Excellence; with refreshed academic vision in both scholarship and discipleship.
• Preparing students who are Ready to Lead; by close partnership with churches and providing focused leadership training.
• Expanding our reach to be Focused on Canada; responding to the spiritual needs of our nation by preparing faithful workers for gospel ministry for the country.
• Becoming Trusted for Influence; not just a school, but a vital hub for biblically rooted, gospel shaped thought leadership in a shifting culture and theological landscape.
In addition to these priorities, we are praising God for a generous grant that is allowing us to take significant steps forward:
• Investing in a Full-Time Integrated Practicum Coordinator to revitalize and expand our practicum program, ensuring students receive intentional preparation for ministry.
• Securing a Full-Time Conferencing Manager will help us steward our campus facilities more effectively, generating revenue to alleviate financial pressures on students.
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• We are completing the final phase of our work refreshing our digital profile and branding.
• We are launching an Impact Measurement Initiative to evaluate our mission and operations, helping us communicate our effectiveness and grow our base of loyal supporters.
Looking ahead, we are thrilled about our Spring and Summer courses, which will feature outstanding scholars including Stephen Dempster, Stephen Yuille, Andreas and Margaret Köstenberger, and Michael Haykin. These courses offer rich opportunities for students and lifelong learners to deepen their theological understanding and ministry preparation.
As we pursue these priorities, we remain deeply dependent on the generosity of our supporters. Tuition and fees cover only 66% of the cost of education at Heritage. Donations make up another 30%, helping us sustain our mission and keep education accessible. We long to make theological training even more affordable for future ministry leaders, and your partnership plays a vital role in that vision.
If you believe in the mission of Heritage and want to see more faithful workers raised up for gospel ministry across Canada, we invite you to stand with us through regular investment. Your ongoing support is not just a gift—it is a partnership in advancing the Kingdom.
We are praying for the Lord’s continued growth—both in our students and in our impact across Canada. It is our joy and calling to serve the Church in this nation, and we thank you for walking with us in this mission.
In Christ, Jonathan Griffiths Chancellor, Heritage College & Seminary
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Along with many others, I had the privilege of working alongside Stan as a fellow faculty member at Heritage College and Seminary for almost thirty years. I am sure that my colleagues would agree with me that Dr. Stanley K. Fowler was one of the most outstanding theologians of our time.
In 1988, Stan and I were together at a Canadian Evangelical Theological Society meeting in Kingston. At the time I was Acting President of London Baptist Bible College and London Baptist Seminary as he was for Central Baptist Seminary in Toronto. He asked me, “Do you ever see the day when our schools could get together and form one Baptist school in Southern Ontario?” I said, “It will never happen in our lifetime.” He said, “I think it will, and I think it must.” Within five years of that conversation, Heritage Baptist College and Heritage Theological Seminary came into being.
Stan was competent in the biblical languages, exegesis, and hermeneutics. He was well versed in Historical Theology, Biblical Theology, and of course, Systematic Theology. His knowledge and understanding of the sacred Scriptures was wide and deep. He was well able to speak to difficult theological and philosophical issues, social and cultural issues, moral and ethical issues, apologetic issues, and world-view and political issues. He was regularly called upon by the Fellowship and other denominational groups, along with local churches, to help them work through the difficult realities that faced them.
Stan, in all his academic skill and scholarly ability, always maintained a deep faith in Christ. In one of my visits with Stan after his stroke, in light of the inability to speak, the frustrating therapies, the ongoing battle with cancer, and all that made life not so good, I asked him, “How do you do this? How do you keep your faith?” He looked at me, then he looked at the ceiling, and then simply pointed to the sky and nodded.
In one of his sermons Stan said: “We accept the reality of an uncertain future, we wait for God to fulfil his purposes, we believe God can do what is humanly impossible and we obey God, whatever apparent results are going to be, and we trust God to deal with the long term events.”
He had no idea how prophetic that would be. His faith in a sovereign, wise, caring, loving, and gracious God never wavered.
To read the entire tribute to Stan Fowler, visit our website at DiscoverHeritage.ca.
A scholarship has been established in memory of Dr. Stanley K. Fowler to support first-year seminary students pursuing pastoral ministry. By giving to this fund, you honour Dr. Fowler’s legacy and help equip future pastors to serve faithfully across Canada. Join us in celebrating his life and impact—make a gift today to invest in the next generation of church leaders.
Dr. Wayne Baxter
Every seventh year, professors (at most ATS-accredited institutions) go on sabbatical. People often associate the idea of rest with a sabbatical; but for those of us serving in the academy, a more accurate way to describe a sabbatical would be “research leave.” Sabbaticals allow professors to engage in much more focused research and writing. My sabbatical (January 1– June 30, 2026) will revolve around three book projects. The first one, The Good Shepherd and his Mission: The “Others” in John 10 (T&T Clark), is an academic monograph where I seek to identify the “other sheep” in John 10:16. Since this one is mostly written, I aim to finish it early into
my sabbatical. The next book, Between the Testaments: What Happened and Why it’s Important (IVP Academic), explores some of the key events that occurred in between the Old and New Testaments to help bridge the divide between them, and to enhance our understanding of the New Testament. The third one, The Four Hundred Years of Silence: Dispelling an Evangelical Myth (Cascade), resembles my second book but with a much narrower focus on the question of whether prophets and prophecy existed during the intertestamental era. I don’t expect to finish these latter two books, but I’m hoping to make a lot of headway toward their completion while away from the classroom. Stay tuned!
As every believer follows a unique calling in their pursuit of Christ, my calling has been affirmed by God to serve on the mission field—specifically, among the Japanese people in Japan. To prepare for the mission field, I have found myself at Heritage for studies and to further equip myself in this ongoing journey of growth as a follower of Jesus.
Heritage has been more than just a stepping stone in the story of my life; it has been a place of growth for me as an individual, and more importantly, in my Christian Walk, where my spiritual maturity is nurtured alongside my academic and personal growth.
The classes, community, and mentorship that Heritage provides encourage me and other students to pursue Christ, reminding us that everything we learn is to be used for His glory. Classes like Spiritual Disciplines have helped
me stay grounded in my walk with Christ, while Introduction to the Old Testament has opened my eyes to God’s redemptive plan throughout history, fulfilled in Christ. Each course not only shapes my intellect but continues to shape who I am becoming in Him.
What I am learning at Heritage shapes how I interact with the world and those around me. Through conversations with classmates, professors, and during chapel gatherings, I have come to realize that each of these interactions can reflect the love of Christ. This love of Christ reflected in the community at Heritage exemplifies the love every believer is called to live out as they go into the world.
The growth I’ve experienced at Heritage not only takes place within the classroom but also equips me for ministry beyond its walls—both here in Canada and across the world. Through
By Faith Young Adults Conference
Date: January 23 and 24, 2026
Join us for a young adult conference, in partnership with TGC Canada, designed to strengthen your walk with Jesus through gospel-centered teaching, rich fellowship, and practical workshops.
Join us on Friday night, January 23rd, for Pre-Conference Discernment Discussion – an evening designed to guide and inspire both men and women as they consider their role in ministry.
Date: January 30, 2026
Join us for our annual ministry fair including panel discussions, time to engage with local ministry leaders, and more!
Date: February 6, 2026
The Heritage Alumni Committee is excited to present a Hymn Sing Concert and Educational Seminars with Matt Papa - one of today’s leading voices in modern hymn writing. Alumni are also invited to a special reception prior to the hymn sing.
various opportunities for ministry, internships, and lessons learned in the classroom, I’ve been able to apply what I’ve been studying in real-life ministry contexts. Whether sharing the gospel in the community or preparing for missions in Japan, Heritage continues to teach me that part of following Christ’s call is to meditate on His Word—faithfully diving into the study of theology, hermeneutics, the pursuit of wisdom, and more.
During recent opportunities to serve in Thailand and Japan, I had the privilege of using what I’ve learned at Heritage to share God’s love with the Japanese and to teach Sunday School to Thai children. I am grateful to be at Heritage—to see Christ’s love reflected in the community, and to be reminded that what is taught in the classroom is not for ourselves, but for the pursuit of Christ and the building of God’s Kingdom, for His glory.
Dates: February 23-24 and March 16-17, 2026
Our Student Samplers are designed for individuals that want to get a taste of life on campus. Students will stay overnight in our dorms, join a student impact group, sample a class, participate in Chapel, eat in our cafeteria and meet current students, staff and faculty. Student Samplers are intended for those Grade 11 and up.
Date: March 5, 2026
Join us for Ministry Leadership Day –an event that seeks to equip ministry leaders with the tools needed to sharpen their skills to serve their churches and congregations. This year’s speaker is pastor and author, Ray Ortlund.
This is a fascinating time to be a conservative evangelical in progressive Canada. Conservatism is on the rise among the next generation. The secular humanist experiment is showing its cracks. Like so many idols, it has promised much and delivered emptiness. Gen Z, the anxious generation, has not found “life, and life to the full” in the choose your own adventure, you do you, philosophies of their parents. Instead, they’re searching for stable truth and institutions that have stood the test of time.
Many next-gen conservative influencers are encouraging young people to attend church and read Scripture. Among many other examples, Jordan Peterson has produced three series studying the Bible on DailyWire+ and Richard Dawkins, once a leading New Atheist, has expressed appreciation for cultural Christianity over other worldviews.
As a leader within a Baptist movement, I’ve witnessed much of this trend within our own movement and I want to offer a word of advice to those engaging these young seekers.
Be careful not to get caught up in the progressivism of past generations. When a young person visits your church, don’t assume they hold progressive views; whether theological, philosophical, or aesthetic. This is a generation without a clear roadmap for life. If they’re walking into your church, they’re not searching for cultural relevance but for a firm foundation, rest for their souls, and direction for how to find “life, and life to the full,” which can only be found in the Gospel.
At the same time, I want to challenge those who lived through the culture wars of the past: be aware of spiritual fatigue.
Mike Racinsky, Next Gen Catalyst
FEB Central
Now is not the time to double down on the culture war. Our adversaries of the past have, in many ways, already cannibalized themselves. In this moment, it will be tempting to seek comfort in a generation that feels like the cultural past, but we’re not called to create political conservatives; we’re called to make Christ-followers. God has allowed the effects of Canada’s more Gospel adversarial worldviews to create a deep, God-sized hunger within the next generation—preparing them, not for conservatism, but for the Gospel. Let’s not waste this moment trading old political idols for new ones, but instead focus on preaching the Gospel.
My suggestion is that this is a moment for Spirit-led, biblical clarity and gospel boldness. Gen Z, and likely Gen Alpha, are hungry for the stabilizing sovereignty of God, the guiding truth of Scripture, the peace of the Spirit, and the forgiveness of Christ in the midst of their chaotic, anxious, cancel-culture world.
Let’s meet them there, with truth, love, and the unshakable hope of the Gospel.
Explore your calling and discover how your gifts can serve the Church and community. Explore, Equip & Engage Ministry Fair is a dynamic networking and recruiting event designed for those curious about vocational ministry.
Growing up as a missionary kid and later as a pastor’s kid, I never thought that I would one day also pursue ministry. But after one year at Heritage, I’m now working as a youth intern at a church, helping oversee their youth ministry. Looking back at the past year, it’s really cool to see how God orchestrated little events to lead to where I am now. God positioned me at Heritage for many reasons such as the following: to place people in my life to guide my desires and skills towards a life of ministry, to encourage me towards deep study of Scriptures, and to allow me to learn and grow from many of my immaturities as I interact with other Heritage students.
Additionally, many of the courses at Heritage have shown me how much I don’t know about Scriptures but have also deeply motivated me to learn as much as I can. Thinking back to some of my first-year courses, such as overviews of the Old and New Testament, I was able to see how the whole story of the Bible fits together. I no longer saw some books as less important than others; each one
is in the Bible for a reason. Moreover, I’m currently in a course—Theory and Practice of Christian Education—that has taught me to always consider why we teach what we teach in every realm of Christian Education. The course has been indispensable to me as I think about how I would like to develop my own curriculums in the future.
Through the school, I was able to get connected with FEB Youth, who took me under their wing, mentored me, and gave me opportunities to serve at several youth events. Meanwhile all the staff and faculty at Heritage are always encouraging me and supporting me to grow in my service endeavours. While no place is without its challenges, I’ve seen Heritage’s genuine desire to grow and strengthen in areas where it can improve. I’m excited to see how the school continues to pursue its mission of equipping men and women for life and ministry with integrity and purpose. Looking back, I recognize that God used Heritage to begin to equip and encourage me to pursue a life of ministry.
As believers in Jesus Christ, being humble learners for life, is our delightful reality. Entrusted with the gospel, we are indeed charged with growing in the ability to rightly handle Scripture in the church (2 Tim. 2:15-16), and the engagement of women in theological education is important in this regard. Solid theological formation, in conjunction with a vital life in the local church, provides women with training and conviction for discipleship, teaching, and ministry to others.
Women who pursue theological training often support robust and multigenerational discipleship within the church. In an age where almost any woman has the ability to have influence through an online presence, there is a critical need for the primary disciplers of women to be women in local churches and ministries, who have accountability,
– Jonathan Griffiths
Released February 25, 2025
membership, skill in the word and trained discernment (Heb. 5:13-14). Women who are trained theologically, bring value and gospelpartnership with brothers in the church to labour for mature believers to be developed, in the power of the Spirit (Col. 1:28).
The seminary environment provides an opportunity for women to undertake vigorous learning, engagement in charitable theological conversation, and where thinking is extended with abiding in Christ as priority. For those who are discerning vocational ministry, this prayerful pursuit should include theological education as an important component for preparation. Women who apply a healthy theological education among peers, friends, homes, workplaces and church families, are a faithful witness of the Lord’s grace, as those who hold fast to truth in a world of relativity.
Our faculty are dedicated not only to teaching, but also to advancing biblical scholarship. Each year, our professors publish works that reflect theological conversations, faithful engagement, and a passion to equip the Church. Here’s a look at some of the recent books authored by our faculty – works that inform, encourage, and strengthen hearts and minds for God’s kingdom.
As believers, Gathered for Good reminds us that God’s design for our lives is to gather to serve, to give, to commit, and several other reasons that are discussed powerfully. But above all, God’s gift to his people is that gathering is for our own good.
– Ian J. Vaillancourt
This title will be released March 24, 2026
Unfolding Redemption helps readers trace God’s story of redemption through the historical books of the Old Testament and discover its fulfillment in Christ. This book makes the theology of the Old Testament accessible and approachable, showing how these books fit together to tell a larger story that culminates in Christ.
– Wayne Baxter
Released December 6, 2023
Preparing Sermons from the Page to the Pulpit helps pastors move from study to sermon in seven clear steps. This book guides preachers on how to take their exegetical analysis of a Scripture passage and turn it into an effective expository sermon.
– Joel Barker, Steven D. West
Released October 24, 2023
As a volume in the Kerux Commentaries, Numbers seeks to illuminate the enduring importance of this notoriously difficult text for preachers. It guides expositors in shepherding their congregations through the book of
Numbers and its themes of worship; disobedience and grumbling; judgment and restoration; anticipating of promises; and even leadership, all of which relate to God’s people today.
edited by Michael A.G. Haykin and Jonathan N. Cleland
Released January 28, 2025 and May 30, 2025
For over fifty years, the writings of Stanley K. Fowler, long-time professor of theological studies at Heritage, have informed and clarified theological issues for Baptists in Ontario, Canada, and beyond. In this two-volume collection of his works, the editors have strived to provide a comprehensive record of Dr. Fowler’s writings so the church can continue to learn from his insightful handling of the Word of God.
