
LECTURER
Joel Thiessen, PhD, MA, BA
I am a sociologist passionate about learning and excellence, from the classroom instructing students to the research field gathering data to consulting settings bridging sociological knowledge with ‘real world’ concerns. Since joining the Ambrose faculty in 2008 I have used teaching, research, and speaking opportunities to demonstrate how the sociological perspective enables us to think carefully, critically, and scientifically about human attitudes and behaviours, often challenging ‘common sense’ myths with sound empirical data. In the classroom, I stress the sociological imagination, critical thinking and communication skills, various teaching and assessment methods, and the integration of faith and learning. As a researcher, I actively gather new data and publish research in my main area of interest, the sociology of religion and especially religion and culture in Canada.
I am married to Helen and we have a dog, Shadow. I am an avid sports fan, a drummer, and I enjoy reading biographies and exercising.
Lecture 1: None of the Above: Having No Religion in Canada
Panel: Evangelism and the Changing Canadian Culture
Dr. Anna Robbins and Dr. Stephen McMullin
Workshop: Practical Evangelism Strategies
Dr. Stephen McMullin
SCHEDULE
Date | Event | Time | Location | Information |
Monday Feb 11 2019 | Panel Evangelism and the Changing Canadian Culture | 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Sheldon L. Fountain Learning Commons | Dr. Anna Robbins |
Lecture #1 “None of the Above: Having No Religion in Canada” | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Sheldon L. Fountain Learning Commons | Dr. Joel Thiessen | |
Tuesday Feb 12 2019 | Prayer Breakfast | 8:30 am – 10:30 am | Manning Memorial Chapel | Speaker: Dr. Spencer Boersma Worship Leader: Chris Diotte |
Informal Discussion Session | 11:00 am – 12:00 pm | Sheldon L. Fountain Learning Commons | Dr. Joel Thiessen | |
Workshop “Lead Fresh & Flourish: Being More Intentional Spiritual Leaders” | 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm | Sheldon L. Fountain Learning Commons | Cheryl Ann Beals | |
What does it mean to be flourishing pastors who are intentional about our spiritual formation and wellness? What difference does it make for the people we lead and the kingdom of God? It will be an interactive workshop with an opportunity for experiential learning.” | ||||
Workshop “Practical Evangelism Strategies.” | 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm | Sheldon L. Fountain Learning Commons | Steve McMullin | |
We will consider together ways that local congregations can effectively reach their changing communities through ministries of hospitality, by thinking intentionally about media, and by understanding how society is changing. | ||||
Lecture #2 “Evangelism in Canada: From the Pulpit to the Pew” | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Sheldon L. Fountain Learning Commons | Dr. Joel Thiessen | |
Wednesday Feb 13 2019 | Informal Discussion Session CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER | 10:00 am – 11:00 am | Sheldon L. Fountain Learning Commons | Dr. Joel Thiessen |
Worship Service JOIN US FOR A LIVE STREAM (Service on Campus cancelled due to weather) | 11:30 am – 12:30 pm | LIVE STREAM ONLY | Preacher: Rev. Phil Woodworth | |
Community Lunch CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER | 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm | Manning Memorial Chapel | $4 suggested donation | |
Workshop “Leading Flourishing Congregations.” CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER | 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm | Sheldon L. Fountain Learning Commons | Rev. Carolyn Steeves, Rev. Thelma McLeod | |
Workshop “What Mission-Edge Churches can learn from Chaplaincy”
| 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm | Sheldon L. Fountain Learning Commons | Dorothy Hunse | |
ADC Friends and Alumni Supper CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER | 5:00 pm – 6:30 | Wolfville Baptist Church | All Welcome There will be an opportunity to give a gift in support of the College | |
Lecture #3 “Flourishing Congregations in Canada: Signs of Life and Vitality” | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm | LIVE STREAM ONLY | Dr. Joel Thiessen |
Note:
All times listed in Atlantic Standard Time (AST -0400)