and practical faith skills that are necessary for ministry now, in today’s world.
where and when you need it.
from 10 countries and 20 denominations.
Acadia student has to offer.
beautiful campuses in Canada
wherever God calls you.
where the valley meets the sea.
Your Calling is Unique
Your context is unique. Regardless of where you are called to serve, ADC will equip you with relevant knowledge and skills to help you wrestle with complicated social and ethical issues and navigate ministry opportunities well into the future.
ADC alumni are scattered all over the world, serving in a mosaic of contexts. Their stories of service reflect the skills required to make a difference for Christ. Whether training pastors in Bolivia or the Philippines, serving the gospel through medical care, ministering to the Canadian Armed Forces as a chaplain, or pastoring a church close to home, we will equip you with the skills to meet the moments in your call.
We need leaders to help us engage this complex world. Contemporary ministry requires deep understanding of the Bible, foundational Christian teaching, and wisdom to follow Jesus well in the context where we live today. Our faculty will equip you for this mission with innovative theological training and teaching that engages you as a whole person.
We will help you develop leadership skills in applying Biblical principles to life now, to know God better, and to serve church and neighbour with God’s love. Our faculty and staff care about you as a person, your ministry call, and your spiritual formation.
Whether from a distance or on-site, experience our community for yourself as we prepare you to meet your moment.
Stories of Service
Capt. Kayla Colford serves as a Military Chaplain at 14 Wing Greenwood. She completed her Master of Divinity 2016 and her Master of Arts (Theology) in 2018, both at ADC
Philip Woodworth has been with Cornerstone since 2004, first as Pastor of Youth & Family (2004-07) and now as the Lead Pastor (2007 – present). He completed a BA in Religious Studies from Crandall University and an MDiv from Acadia Divinity before being ordained in 2005.
Hannah has been with Cornerstone beginning part-time in 2018 as Director of Student Ministries and full time since 2020 as Next Generations Pastor. Hannah completed a BA in English and Biblical Studies with a Youth Leadership Certificate from Crandall University and an MDiv with specialization in Next Generation Ministry from Acadia Divinity College.
Tyler has been with Cornerstone since 2015, first serving as a pastoral intern and now as the Montague Site Pastor. Tyler completed a BA in Ministry from Kingswood University in 2015 and is currently working towards an MDiv from Acadia Divinity College.
Lt(N) Warren Clapham serves as a Military Chaplain at CBF Gagetown. He completed his Master of Divinity at ADC in 2008.
Rev. Andrea Anderson serves as Public Service Commissioner for the Public Service Commission in Nova Scotia, and as Intentional Interim Pastor at East Preston United Baptist Church. She completed her Master of Divinity at ADC in 2018.
Candice Main serves as Executive Director of Kingswood Camp in Aylesford, Nova Scotia. She completed her Bachelor of Theology at ADC in 2017.
Dave Fields serves as Lead Pastor of Summit Drive Church in Kamloops, British Columbia. He completed his Doctor of Ministry at ADC in 2017.
Rob Nylen serves as Lead Pastor of RiverCross Church in Saint John, NB. He completed his Master of Divinity at ADC in 1998.
