Description: In our culture there is a great deal of speculation and a variety of opinions concerning the Christian faith and what it teaches. 'The Essentials' seeks to dispel the confusion and ambiguity about what one believes and what it means to live as a faithful follower of Jesus. This material is designed to engage the learner through a thoughtful study of Scripture.
Brief description: Dr David Sherbino is Professor of Pastoral Ministries and Spiritual Formation at Tyndale University (Seminary), Toronto, Canada and a congregational minister with the Presbyterian Church in Canada. Professionally, he is a certified spiritual director supervisor, a certified clinical thanatologist, and a fellow in thanatology. David serves as visiting professor at several seminaries in North America and overseas and speaks at numerous conferences. He has written several books, including the award-winning books, Re: Connect: Spiritual Exercises to Develop Intimacy with God (Castle Quay Books, 2013) and Living, Dying, Living Forever: Spiritual Reflections on the Journey of Life (Castle Quay Books, 2014) each won best Instructional book for 2013 and 2014 respectively. Renew: A Basic Guide for a Personal Retreat (Castle Quay Books, 2015) and The Essentials: Exploring and Understanding the Essential Beliefs of the Christian Faith (Castle Quay Books, 2021). David is an avid hockey player, an enthusiastic motorcyclist and an out-of-control skier. He is married to Audrey an educator and they have two married sons and five grandchildren.