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Committee on Preparation for Ministry (CPM)

The Committee on Preparation for Ministry is mandated by the Constitution of the PCUSA to perform the duties outlined in the Book of Order, G-14.0300. They are responsible to guide the process for full preparation of individuals who are to be ordained as ministers of the Word and Sacrament. The committee does this by:

  • Providing orientation for individuals and sessions considering church vocations
  • Prayerfully discerning the work of the Holy Spirit in the lives and ministries of Inquirers and Candidates under care of the Presbytery
  • Building faithful relationships with sessions and seminaries that support and train Inquirers and Candidates
  • Providing direction and information to equip Inquirers and Candidates educationally and vocationally
  • Challenging those in the preparation for ministry process to a mature obedience to the Holy Spirit in their life and vocation

Click here to obtain information about ordination examinations and application forms: http://www.pcusa.org/exams/

Contacts

Jay Derr, Chair
Advisory Group A
206.382.9540
jderr@gordonderr.com

Rev. Dan Baumgartner, Chair
Advisory Group C
206.284.2222 x11
danb@bethanypc.org

Rev. Carol Kirkpatrick, Chair
Advisory Group D
253-852-3370
pastorcarolkfp@msn.com

Barbara Ranta
Staff Liaison
206.762.1991 x12
barbara@presbytery.org

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