Our Programs consists of 4 courses, students can take them in any order
The Spiritual Formation courses at Makarios Institute for Spiritual Formation Ministries is grounded in Evangelical Christian beliefs. It offers a journey of practical spiritual growth, aiming for participants to experience renewal and reorientation in their lives, moving towards being more like Christ. The entire program is rooted in the teachings of the Bible, drawing wisdom and insights from church history, biblical theology, and devotional studies. It is designed as a systematic and experiential program that emphasizes both learning and practice, with the goal of nurturing participants’ growth and renewal of spiritual life.
Edmonton, Calary, Canada
“Through the ‘Spiritual Formation’ course, I’ve experienced a renewal from the inside out by the Holy Spirit. The bitter and discontented me has transformed into a joyful and content daughter deeply loved by God. Unconsciously, it has repositioned my spiritual life—bringing me closer to God, guiding my life with the Holy Spirit, and enabling me to become a source of spiritual encouragement for my brothers and sisters. All these positive changes are gifts of God’s grace, allowing me to return to the church and the community, where I witness the profound love of Christ Jesus, who forgives and redeems.”
Sarawak, Malaysia
“The ‘Spiritual Formation’ course means more to me than just a class; it’s a journey of life growth. Tim Sir (referring to Dr. Timothy Ngai) often emphasizes that ‘Spiritual Formation’ is not a formula. It’s about experiencing God in different aspects of our lives and learning how, through these experiences, we shed our old selves and put on the new life in Christ.”
Vancouver, BC, Canada
“The course cultivates interactive devotional habits, teaching me to listen to what God is saying to me. It allows His love to permeate my life, giving me the courage to face the darkness and weakness within myself. By practicing aligning my thoughts with Jesus, I establish a genuine connection with the Lord. The encouragement and sharing of classmates, along with the guidance of spiritual caregivers, make the spiritual journey more personally witness to the marvelous faithfulness of Jesus.”
Pastor, Hong Kong
“As a pastor, our lives also require sedimentary accretion and reintegration. Tim Sir’s teachings in the ‘Spiritual Formation’ course prompted me to rethink my relationship with the Lord, and, more than that, through the sincere sharing in class and small groups, they allowed me to examine the depths of my heart, gaining a deeper understanding of both the Lord and myself.”
Senior Marriage and family Counsellor, Hong Kong
“In the face of the last two years in Hong Kong, a sense of powerlessness has been a constant companion. Balancing the ongoing commitment to help others with the uncertainty of what steps to take next has been a challenge. Upon joining this course, I initially thought it was about finding answers, but it turns out God had a different plan – for me to truly know Him and once again deeply experience His love.
Senior Marriage and family Counsellor, Hong Kong
“Tim sir has indeed provided an excellent course. The spiritual renewal from the mind to the soul is akin to EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy); and it has greatly helped me, allowing me to remove the stones and hold more water in my up. The class, taken together with fellow alumni from my previous seminary, offers invaluable sharing and spiritual companionship. I believe many churches lacks such spiritual growth groups, and this course can indeed fill that gap. Whether you’re a minister, pastor, or professional counselor, I believe this course can provide the needed support.”
Vancouver, BC, Canada
If you’ve noticed your devotion becoming dull, rarely hearing the Lord’s words, or if life feels like a solo battle without glimpses of the Lord’s footsteps, I genuinely recommend the ‘Spiritual Formation’ program. This program not only deepened my self-awareness but also helped me get to know of the indwelling Holy Spirit. Moreover, It taught me to experience a richer life promised by God - a life that unfolds when abiding in the Lord.
As a friendly reminder, this course feels like a life revival. Once you step into it, I beleive you won’t want to look back!”
