First Call
Pastors
The transition from seminary student to pastor is challenging. First call pastors who participate in a program of support and guidance during this time find that both they and their congregations benefit.

PC(USA) Programs for First Call Pastors:
Download the Company of New Pastors Brochure

Entrance Into Pastoral Ministry Programs
A GAC initiative in partnership with middle governing bodies and the Board of Pensions
New pastors – contact your presbytery to learn what programs are available to you.

Entrance Into Pastoral Ministry Report
Report of the Workgroup on Entrance Into Pastoral Ministry approved by General Assembly in 2001


Resources for developing new pastors
These resources help newly ordained ministers move from their
roles as seminary students to their new roles as leaders of
congregations.
The Seminary Debt Assistance Program was created by the Board of Pensions in 2000. Grants are available to pastors in their first seven years of ministry who are serving small congregations. Download information about the program:

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