2021 Christian Education Courses
Alpha Online
Alpha is an 7-week course that creates a space online where people are excited to bring their friends for a conversation about faith, life and God.
If you’re seeking answers to big questions in life, or a new Christian and would like to begin this new faith journey through listening to different talks and have honest conversations about them, we’d love to invite to Alpha Online. You can chose from a Wednesday evening gathering starting April 7th at 8 PM, or a Saturday morning gathering at 10 AM.
If you’d like to join us, please register at alpha.english@rhccc.ca
April 7th, 8:00 PM
April 10th, 10:00 AM
Mental Illness & Mental Health
June 23rd to July 14th 2019
12:30 to 2:00 PM
@ RHCCC
| Date | Topics | Speakers | |
| June 23rd 2019 | Dealing with mental Illness: some unique aspects related to the Asian community | Personal Experience of Mental Illness and Recovery Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) | Rachel Shaw-Ng Herman Tan Michael Park Ena Lee |
| June 30th 2019 | Dealing with Grief: Makmur | Emotional Resilience | Dr. Michael Paré Jeanne Makmur |
| July 7th 2019 | Group Therapy | Positive Psychology | Dr. Michael Paré Ivan Wong |
| July 14th 2019 | Stress and Stress Management | The Science of Happiness | Dr. Michael Paré Dr. Gordon Ko |
Speakers:
Dr. Alan Fung, MD, MPhil, ScD, FRCPC, FAPA
Dr. Susan Gillis, BSc, DC
Bryan Hendin, PhD (cand.)
Dr. Annie Hum, MD, CAFCI
Dr. Gordon Ko, MD, FRCPC, PhD
Dr. Gordon Lawson, MSc, DC, FRCCSS
Ena Lee, BA, MDiv (Clinical Counselling), R.P. (cand.)
Jeanne Makmur, BA, BFA, MDiv (Clinical Counselling), R.P.
Michael Park, BA, BSW, RSW.
Dr. Michael Paré, MSc, MEd, MD, R.P.
Rachel Shaw-Ng, President and owner, Rachel Shaw Enterprises Inc.
Marva Smith, MDiv, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Herman Tan, President and owner, Tannex
Ivan Wong, MDiv (Clinical Counselling), R.P.
Nora Wu, MDiv, BA and BEd, MFA (cand.)
Dr. Nicola Yang, MD, CCFP
Journey of the Mind and Soul: University-College Health Series
June 2nd to 23rd 2019 | 11:00AM | A6
Are you struggling with the stressors of student work-life? Let’s take the next step together to learn how to identify, cope, and seek help in the areas of spiritual, relational, emotional and mental health.
Class: Baptism
Baptism is an outward proclamation of your faith in Jesus Christ. If you feel called to take this step, please attend this class. Baptismal service will be held on March 27th, 2021. Please register online.
| Day & Time | ||
| Mandarin | Feb 6th | 2:00pm to 4:00pm |
| English | Feb 21st | 2:00pm to 4:00pm |
| YLD | Feb 27th | 1:30pm to 3:30pm |
| Cantonese | Feb 28th | 2:00pm to 4:00pm |
Science & Faith Sunday School Series: Learning to Understand the Logic of Your Christian Faith
Sept. 2 to Oct. 21
9AM – 10:30AM
A series based on the book entitled: “On Guard” by Dr. William Lane Craig. Learning to understand the logic of your Christian Faith.
September 2nd – What is Apologetics? Atheism vs. Christianity
Speaker: Judy Paulsen
September 9th – Why Does Anything at All Exist? What is the Evidence for/against the Existence of God?
Speakers: Michael Paré and Edgar Chilviet
September 16th – Why Did the Universe Begin? What is the Evidence for/against the Existence of God?
Speakers: Pastor Lane Davis, Michael Paré and Edgar Chilviet
September 23rd – Why is the Universe Fine-Tuned for Life? Viability of Intelligent Design
Speaker: Peter Koropatwa
September 30th – Can We Be Good without God? Is Goodness without God Good enough?
Speakers: George Lai and Michael Paré
October 7th – What about Suffering? Do Suffering and Evil Disprove God? Is There meaning in Evil and Suffering?
Speaker: Ephraim Radner
October 14th – Did Jesus Rise from the Dead? The Resurrection
Speaker: Peter Koropatwa
October 21st – Is Jesus the Only Way to God? Does God Exist?
Speakers: George Lai and Michael Paré
Location: 2/F Boardroom 202
Facilitators: Dr. Michael Pare & team
Foundations Class: Creation
Jan 23, 2018 to Feb 6, 2019 (Wednesday*)
7:30 PM – 9 PM
*No class every 3rd Wed. of the month due to prayer meeting
Location: A7 (Basement Zone A)
Marriage Preparation Course
January 30th to March 13th 2021
11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Online
Congratulations to those couples who have recently got engaged! As you prepare for marriage, our 7 week “Marriage Preparation” begins, January 30th, 11:00 AM online. If you’d like to join us, please register online.
Foundations Class: Who is the Holy Spirit?
November 28, December 5 & 12 | Wednesday | 7:30PM
Who is the Holy Spirit? Why is he essential to our Christian life? We will discuss these questions and more. Come and join us!
Teaching Scripture Using the Inductive Method
June 3 to Aug 28, Tuesday
7:30 PM – 9 PM
Ever thought of leading Bible study? Perhaps you’re looking for new ideas to lead people into Scripture. This course will lead you through how to teach Scripture using the inductive method. Come learn together as a community what it means to be a people of the Word.
Location: The Hub
Instructors: Xenia Chan & Angela Luk
*No class every 3rd Wednesday of the month due to prayer meeting
2017 Christian Education Syllabus
Class: Baptism 2020
Clearly defines the meaning, the purpose, and the requirements of water baptism.
| Date | March 1, June 14, November 15 |
| Day & Time | Sunday @ 1:30 – 4:30 pm |
| Location | B28/B29 |
Class 101: Membership
Introduces our church family by clearly explaining who and what our church is and the importance of becoming a member of our church.
| Date | March 15, July 12, November 22 | Day & Time | 1:30PM |
| Location | B28/29 | |
| Pre-requisite | Attending RHCCC for 6 months and have been baptized | |
Marriage Preparation
| Date | February 2 to March 15, 2020 | Time | 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM |
| Location | Room A7 (Basement Zone A) |
Class: Baptism
Clearly defines the meaning, the purpose, and the requirements of water baptism.
| Day & Time | Sunday @ 1:30 – 3:30 pm |
| Date | Mar 12* | Jun 18 | Sep 10 | Nov 12 |
| Location | A6, (B23/24*) |
| Course Coordinator | Rev. Grover Crosby |
Class 101: Membership
Introduces our church family by clearly explaining who and what our church is and the importance of becoming a member of our church.
| Day & Time | Sunday @ 1:30 – 3:30 pm |
| Date | Mar 12 | Jun 25 | Sep 17 |
| Location | B32/33 |
| Pre-requisite | Attended RHCCC for 6 months |
| Course Coordinator | Rev. Reuben Foncardas |
Class 201: Maturity
Equips you with the skills and the tools every Christian needs to develop good habits personally and communally in order to grow toward spiritual maturity.
| Day & Time | Sunday @ 11:00 am – 12:15 pm |
| Spring Session | Apr 2, 9 & 23 |
| Fall Session | Oct 1, Oct 8 & Oct 15 |
| Location | A7 (Basement Zone A) |
| Pre-requisite | Class 101: Membership |
| Course Coordinator | Rev. Shu-Ling Lee |
Class 301: Ministry
This class will prepare you to serve God by discovering your SHAPE because What God made you to BE determines what He intends for you to DO.
| Day & Time | Sunday @ 11:00 am – 12:15 pm |
| Spring Session | May 28 & June 4 |
| Fall Session | Nov 5 & Nov 12 |
| Location | A6 (Basement Zone A) |
| Pre-requisite | Class 201: Maturity |
| Course Coordinator | Pastor Yvonne Chan |
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English Worship
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Downtown Markham Children’s Program
Cantonese Worship
Mandarin Worship
Children Worship
All Classes Age 2 to SK Combined
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM or
11:00 AM – 11:45 AM
Elementary
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
