Pathfinder

Let's Journey Together

Pathfinder Christian Ministry is a safe and welcoming student community with a place for you!

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Community is Key to Flourishing

The post-secondary journey can be challenging. We believe that healthy community plays a vital role in your success. Whatever your faith/church background, or lack thereof, we are here to walk with you in community and help you launch into a lifetime of serving the purpose for which you were created.

Connect with us by letting us know a bit about yourself. We’ll be in touch. Or use our contact info at the bottom of the page to connect directly with our staff.

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Connecting

Join us on Tuesdays and Fridays for informal times of gathering at the PCM Office, 128 St. Paul’s College.

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Bible Studies

Together, learning to think, live, and love like Jesus.

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Social Gatherings

Occasional larger group gatherings for friendship and fun.

Events Schedule

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Testimonials

  • Your spiritual mentorship has come at the perfect time. Our conversations always leave me refreshed, as you both encourage me to persevere in daily life, but also challenge me to grow academically, and more importantly, personally.

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  • It has been so nice to have your support during times when I need spiritual guidance. The past semester has been rough for me but you always being there and listening to all the problems I had and help me to find the answer through God. … I really appreciate having your support as someone who always points me back to Christ and learn how should I walk through the struggle of my life with him.

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  • It's amazing that we get to connect with Christians across faculties. I really appreciate the way Elmer has invested in our lives...wants the absolute best for us... extremely supportive.

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  • Elmer is truly the architect of a safe space... where critical thinking is constantly praised and encouraged... I always felt welcome and accepted.

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How It Works

Connect with community

Your educational journey is so much better when you travel with supportive companions. Join our network of friends.

Be yourself

Authenticity begins with a community that respects and accepts you right where you are, while inviting you to become your best self.

Learn and grow

Life is better lived with a growth mentality. Join us in becoming lifelong learners, loving God with our hearts and our minds.

Encounter Jesus Christ

Jesus is not only our model and our guide. He invites us into a transforming friendship through the power of his Holy Spirit. Let’s seek him together.

Prepare for your mission

Your life is important. You’ve been placed here to make a difference for the better. We want to help you serve your God-purpose for a lifetime.

Dr. Elmer Chen, your chaplain at the University of Manitoba, is here to listen, cheer you on, and equip you for the journey. Let him be your friend and mentor. Students, staff, and faculty are invited to connect.

About

Pathfinder Christian Ministry had been the Pentecostal Chaplaincy at the University of Manitoba since 1982. Now based at St. Paul’s College, we serve university students from various church/faith backgrounds as well as those with no religious affiliation. As a relationship-based ministry, we welcome all students to join our community and grow with us.

Dr. Elmer Chen has an MA in Counselling and Theology, and a PhD in Theology, With 19 years experience in academic, pastoral, and counselling ministries, his passion is to help university students flourish in Christian thought and spirituality through community and mentorship.

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