We are pleased to welcome Brother Jamie as our Bible Study Leader at this year’s Atlantic Christian Ashram. He grew up around the Ashram and its people, nourished and encouraged in his faith and the use of his gifts by this remarkable community of everyday believers. He is the son of Gordon and Donna MacArthur, and big brother to Tena, Rob and Wendy. Jamie and Christy are celebrating 30 years of marriage this summer! They have 3 beloved young adult children.

Jamie has a Bachelor of Arts in English and French from Acadia University, and trained there for ministry as well, receiving his Master of Divinity degree from Acadia Divinity College. In recent years, he has had the privilege of studying the mission of the Church, giving some time and reflection to the Ashram community, and to the writing and ministry of its founder, E. Stanley Jones. In Christ, we have received a rich heritage through the Ashram over the years, and Jamie is eager to see how God will use this retreat to bless current and future generations, as they come to know and serve Jesus as Lord. He is Lord indeed!

An experienced pastor and youth pastor, Jamie currently serves as Atlantic Director for Inter Varsity Christian Fellowship, helping raise up students, staff, and volunteers so that students may be encouraged and grow in their faith and service to Jesus Christ in their places of study and work. We look forward to his ministry as the Bible Study Leader at this year’s Ashram.