• Preparation for Ministry Forms/Folder
  (Online version)
  $2.75
  Contains Form 1-7B for applicants, who are preparing for ministry along with the CPM Forms 8 - Form Folder.
  
  

• Covenanting with Inquirers and Candidates
  A background paper (PDF version) —

• Preparation for Ministry Flow Chart
  Resource outlining the steps/phases in the Preparation for Ministry process from Inquiry to Ordination. (PDF version) —

• Preparation for Ministry in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Advisory Handbook
  Provides moderators, presbytery staff, and applicants with an overview of the process and resources, its intentions and goals. The handbook will be available soon through the Presbyterian Distribution Service. For now you can download a copy in PDF format:

• Some Major Events in the Preparation for Ministry Process
  (PDF version) —
  Outline of the major stages in the Preparation for Ministry Process.
• Ordination Exams

• Alternative Examination Process

• Introduction to the Preparation for Ministry Process
  Outlines the Preparation for Ministry Process, which involves two phases: Inquiry and Candidacy. (PDF version) —

• Assessing Inquirers and Candidates
  (PDF version) —
  The question before us is “Is this person fit to serve the church as a Minister of Word and Sacrament?" Use this sheet to help assess intangible qualities needed for ministry.

• Journeying Together Chart —

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