Co-Vocational Canada had two articles published recently: The first is a summary of findings arising from conversations with denominational leaders and Co-Vo pastors from representing 17 denominations. The second article is peer-reviewed and written from our findings from our first ever Co-Vocational Canada Symposium. The paper was published in the Journal of Pastoral Psychology and…
What’s unique about co-vocational ministry in Quebec? Co-Vocational Canada is physically located on the campus of Briercrest Seminary in Caronport, Saskatchewan. Nevertheless, our vision and influence spans the whole country. This past year we have been privileged to work alongside and learn from co-vocational leaders in Quebec. In November, 2025 a team from Co-Vocational Canada,…
Co-Vocational, Multi-Vocational, and Bi-Vocational ministry What’s the difference between bi-vocational and co-vocational ministry? It’s a frequently asked question and in some ways the answer is simple. In other ways, it’s more nuanced. The simple answer: The terms all point to the same reality. I see them all defining the work of a paid or unpaid…
This week Briercrest Seminary will be hosting our second annual Online Co-Vocational Symposium. Last year it was our first time gathering denominational leaders from across Canada to talk about what we are now calling, co-vocational ministry. We describe someone as working co-vocationally when they are appointed as pastor in a church while also being employed…