Chuck Schoenmaker

VP President of Student Formation and External Ministry Relations, Professor of Christian Formation

Mr. Chuck Schoenmaker serves as Vice President of Student Formation and External Ministry Relations and Professor of Christian Formation at Heritage College & Seminary. His work focuses on cultivating student formation that integrates academic study, spiritual growth, and preparation for faithful service in the Church.

His teaching emphasizes the development of a biblical Christian worldview, encouraging students to pursue academic inquiry and Christian faith as complementary pursuits. Through his leadership and teaching, Mr. Schoenmaker seeks to shape students in wisdom, integrity, and Christ-centered character for lifelong ministry.

Teaching Areas

  • Christian Formation
  • Biblical Christian Worldview
  • Student Development and Discipleship
  • Faith and Learning Integration

Courses Taught

  • Christian Formation I
  • Christian Formation II

Research Interests

  • Distance learning and its impact on student learning

Academic Affiliations

    Ministry Experience

    Mr. Schoenmaker has served in a variety of educational and ministry leadership roles, including:

    • Youth Pastor, Metropolitan Bible Church, Ottawa
    • Guidance Counsellor and Teacher, Redeemer Christian High School, Ottawa
    • Principal, Redeemer Christian High School, Ottawa
    • Academic Dean and Student Dean, Heritage College & Seminary
    • VP Student Life, Heritage College & Seminary

    He has been part of the Associated Gospel Church of Canada for 33 years and has been involved in Fellowship of Evangelical Baptist (FEB) churches for the past 11 years.

    Selected Publications

      Education

      • B.A.Physical Geography and HistoryCarleton University
      • B.Ed.University of Ottawa
      • M.A.R.Liberty University

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