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  • CLC Instructions for CPM Moderators
    (PDF version) — This is an Adobe Acrobat pdf document.
    One page guide with step-by-step instructions for Moderators of Committees on Preparation for Ministry in certifying readiness of Candidates to receive a call and giving permission to circulate a PIF through Church Leadership Connection.

  • Covenanting with Inquirers and Candidates - A Background Paper
    (PDF version) — This is an Adobe Acrobat pdf document.

  • Developing Competency Criteria: A Design for Committees of Preparation for Ministry
    (PDF version) — This is an Adobe Acrobat pdf document.
    The purpose of this resource is to assist Committees on Preparation for Ministry to be able to: identify & determine competency criteria for ordination, establish indicators of competence for Inquirers/Candidates at the major stages of the process, decide what resources outside the presbytery will be used to determine the competency, and identifying sources for information for determining the competency of Inquirers/ Candidates in the covenant relationship with that presbytery.
  • Developmental Chart for Inquirers and Candidates
    (PDF version) — This is an Adobe Acrobat pdf document.
    Discusses different areas of development including Education, Spiritual Development, Intestinal Relationships, Personal Growth, and Professional Development at the different stages in the Preparation for Ministry Process from the Inquiry Phase of Ordination.
  • Guidelines for a Session Interview with Applicant
    (PDF version) — This is an Adobe Acrobat pdf document.
    Guidelines used by the session to determine whether or not the candidate has the potential to fulfill the occupational pursuit in the ministry.
  • Handbook for CPM Moderators - $5.00
    (PDF version) — This is an Adobe Acrobat pdf document.
    A guide to be used by the committee through the Preparation for Ministry process for each applicant who comes before the presbytery.
  • Identifying and Measuring Qualities for Effectiveness in Ministry
    (Online version)(PDF version) — This is an Adobe Acrobat pdf document.
    Due to the PC(USA) seeking highly-qualified inquirers and candidates, this resource is a clarification tool used to determine if an inquirer/ candidate has the specific qualities needed to become an effective minister.
  • Introduction to the Preparation for Ministry Process
    (PDF version) — This is an Adobe Acrobat pdf document.
    Outlines the Preparation for Ministry Process, which involves two phases: Inquiry and Candidacy.
  • The Making of a Minister
    A model of what it means to go into the ministry. (email for more information)
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  • Observations and Suggestions for the Interview Process
    (PDF version) — This is an Adobe Acrobat pdf document.
  • Preparation for Ministry Flow Chart
    (PDF version) — This is an Adobe Acrobat pdf document.
    Resource outlining the steps/phases in the Preparation for Ministry process from Inquiry to Ordination.
  • Preparation for Ministry Forms/Folder - $2.00
    (PDS# 7223405001) (Online version)
    Contains Form 1-7B for applicants, who are preparing for ministry along with the CPM Forms 8 - Form Folder.
  • Preparation for Ministry Manual (english version) - $4.00
    (PDS#7221803001) (PDF Version)
    Provides moderators, presbytery staff, and applicants with an overview of the process & resources, its intentions and goals.

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  • Preparation for Ministry Video - $9.95 + $3.00 Shipping/Handling
    Primary resource for a session in PC(USA) and for a presbytery for Committee on Ministry. It is designed for showing to have a session under the guidance of a representative of a CPM. Applicant for Ministry/Minister of Word and Sacrament may find the video instructive as well but it does not replace applicants personal meeting with CPM. A CPM may also find this video helpful in understanding the functions of its relationship to CPM.
  • Primary Qualities for Professional Ministry
    (PDF version) — This is an Adobe Acrobat pdf document.
    Resource used to identify six crucial qualities for persons in ministry, elaborate on the elements of each quality, and identify ways to develop and strengthen each quality.
  • Questions Frequently Asked by Presbytery CPMs
    (PDF version) — This is an Adobe Acrobat pdf document.
    A listing of compiled questions & answers to assist CPM Moderators and presbytery staff.
  • Recommended Duties of a Session Liaison Person
    (PDF version) — This is an Adobe Acrobat pdf document.
    Provides for the appointment of an Elder (or a group of persons including at least one Elder) to act as liaison with the Inquirer/Candidate & with the presbytery's Committee on Preparation for Ministry, and to participate with the Inquirer/Candidate and presbytery's committee as they explore and evaluate his or her progress in the preparation for ministry.
  • Reflections on the Matter of Committee Development
    (PDF version) — This is an Adobe Acrobat pdf document.
    Outlines the goals & responsibilities of the Committee on Preparation for Ministry.

  • Roster of Moderators of Committees on Preparation for Ministry
    CPM Moderators now can use their Church Leadership Connection secure access to find contact information for CPM Moderators, COM Moderators,EPs, and SCs in other presbyteries. To do so:
    1. Using your CPM log-in ID and password, log-in at
    2. On your task list click "View Presbytery Information"
    3. Select the presbytery for which you are seeking contact information.

    This information is correct only if presbyteries notify us of changes. If leaders in your presbytery change, ask your presbytery executive to log-in and update the CLC database.

  • A Session Guide for the Ministry of All Believers
    (PDF version) — This is an Adobe Acrobat pdf document.
    Prepared by the Task Force for a Joint Candidacy Process, to test the features of the Inquiry Phase of the Preparation for Ministry Process.
  • Some Guidelines for the Annual Consultation
    (PDF version) — This is an Adobe Acrobat pdf document.
    Goals of consultations identifying issues needing further inquiry, discussion, and clarification.
  • Some Major Events in the Preparation for Ministry Process
    (PDF version) — This is an Adobe Acrobat pdf document.
    Outline of the major stages in the Preparation for Ministry Process.
  
             
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