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Mission Statement
The mission of Heritage is to glorify God by partnering
with churches and parachurch organizations in providing a biblically based
education equipping people for life and ministry in the church and in the world.
Vision Statement
In 2010, Heritage will be widely recognized as
a significant partner with Canadian evangelical churches and parachurch
organizations for equipping people who impact their world for Christ because of
their commitment to life-long, sacrificial service and as a result of their
thorough, Bible-based training in quality certificate and degree programs.
Core Values
Dependence: We rely on God and the Bible for
guidance and resources both individually and corporately
- We pursue God
passionately both personally and corporately
- We elevate the triune God in
our lives and activities
- We seek spiritual maturity and wisdom
- We are
growing in our understanding and application of the Bible
- We express our
reliance on God through trusting, praying, and working
Integrity: We
behave ethically and morally in all contexts
- We consistently apply the
will (wisdom) of God in all situations
- We consistently fulfill the
spirit-if not the letter-of the law
- We consistently tell the truth
- We
consistently keep our covenants and promises
Improvement: We initiate
and encourage the continuous pursuit of excellence throughout our organization
- We strive for excellence in equipping people for life and ministry
- We
lead change and shape the future with courage and creativity
- We manage risk
with disciplined effort
- We seek to deliver ever-improving value to all
stakeholders, especially students
- We prioritize personal/professional and
institutional growth
- We constantly desire to develop and incorporate ways
to improve ourselves
Teamwork: We work together internally and
partner with churches and parachurch organizations to achieve synergy and
effective results for God's Kingdom
- We seek to maintain a culture where
people feel safe and enjoy working
- We share ideas and talents to develop
solutions
- We practise clear, consistent, and open communication
- We
develop mutually beneficial partnerships with organizations who embrace similar
purposes and values to accelerate the worldwide advancement of God's
Kingdom
Community: We are unified by our common faith and values as
we celebrate our diversity
- We honour our differences in people, views, and
perspectives
- We respect the dignity of every person
- We build
relationships based on mutual trust and respect
- We express love, support,
and care for each individual
- We recognize the contributions of every
individual
Accountability: We take personal responsibility for our
attitudes and actions
- We live in accordance with our beliefs, values, and
covenants
- We set clear goals, measure results, and seek to improve
- We
are open to constructive criticism and correction
- We develop and maintain
accountability relationships
- We build and protect the Heritage brand and
reputation
History
Heritage Baptist College and Heritage
Theological Seminary came into existence in March 1993. Negotiations between
Central Baptist Seminary, Toronto, and London Baptist Bible College and London
Baptist Seminary, London, which began in September 1992, concluded with
amalgamation. In March 1993, the new Board met for the first time and adopted
the name Heritage Baptist College and Heritage Theological Seminary. Classes at
the new school began in September 1993 on the main campus in London and at the
extension centres in Toronto and Bracebridge.
The roots of Heritage are
deeply embedded in the history of the two former schools. Central Baptist
Seminary and Bible College began in 1949 in Forward Baptist Church, Toronto,
under the direction of President Jack Scott and Dean W. Gordon Brown. Until the
mid-1980's, Central provided both undergraduate and graduate theological
education from several Toronto locations. More recently, the school existed
solely as a seminary and was relocated to Gormley, Ontario. Central served
primarily the Fellowship Baptist movement in Canada and graduated 873 alumni who
are serving in a great variety of ministry settings throughout the world.
London Baptist Seminary began in 1976 in Central Baptist Church, London,
under the direction of President Gerry Benn and Dean of Students Marvin
Brubacher. From its inception until the merger, the school provided
undergraduate and graduate theological education. In 1981, the name was changed
to London Baptist Bible College and London Baptist Seminary to reflect the two
levels of education, and the school moved to its 30 Grand Avenue location. The
Bible College and Seminary served a variety of baptistic church groups and
graduated 583 alumni into many professional and lay ministries.
On
April 28, 1995, Heritage took possession of 7.1 acres at the corner of highways
#401 and #24 in Cambridge. Renovations to the Academic Building were completed,
residence buildings were under construction, and classes had commenced by the
grand opening of the new campus on October 13, 1995. Ground was broken for the
Heritage Community Centre on August 8, 1997. Most of the second floor was ready
for use by the dedication service on September 26, 1998. The building was
completed by the grand opening on October 28, 2000. On November 15, 2000, the
purchase of 4.9 acres adjacent to the property was finalized. This will allow
for future expansion of the facilities.
In the spring of 2001, the
Heritage Board added the business name of Heritage College & Seminary for
marketing purposes.
Heritage currently has over 2,200 graduates
scattered around the world. This number includes alumni of Heritage College &
Seminary, Central Baptist Seminary, London Baptist Bible College and London
Baptist Seminary.
On May 9, 2003, Heritage celebrated its 10th
anniversary with a dinner for over 300 guests. In his address, President
Brubacher said, "We have only just begun. Can you imagine what God could do in
the next 10 years? Just think of the graduates serving all over the world; the
churches that are going to start; the tribes and people groups around the world
that are going to be reached. We have so many more dreams for Heritage." |
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