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Important Links for the Process

Preparation for Ministry FORMS
Click here... www.pcusa.org/prep4min/cpmform.htm to download the appropriate form. Completed forms are mailed, with required attachments, to Barbara Ranta, Presbytery of Seattle, 1625 S. Columbian Way, Seattle, WA 98108

Book of Order Chapter 14.0300
Click here..... http://www.pcusa.org/oga/publications/boo07-09.pdf and scroll down to 14.0300 for the section on Preparing for Ministry of Word and Sacrament.

PCUSA Preparation for Ministry Manual
The denominational manual provides a comprehensive overview of the process and can be found at www.pcusa.org/prep4min .

For protocols and requirements specific to Seattle Presbytery, click on "2009 Edition Protocols - Preparing for Ministry" in the center pane, Documents section.
Preparing for Ministry

The Committee on Preparation for Ministry is responsible to guide the process for full preparation of individuals who are to be ordained as ministers of the Word and Sacrament. For information on how to enter this process, download the Process Protocols.

Assignment to an Advisory Group will be made upon submission of completed application forms 1 and 2A and B. Electronic submission of forms is encouraged when possible. Email to: barbara@presbytery.org . Mail hard copies to:

Presbytery of Seattle
Attn: Barbara Ranta
Staff Liaison
1625 S. Columbian Way
Seattle, WA 98108

The Advisory Group Chair will call to schedule the Inquiry Appointment. Scroll down to see current month meeting agendas.
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Contacts

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

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

Advisory Group D
Rev. Carol Kirkpatrick,  Chair
pastorcarolkfp@msn.com

Staff Liaison
Barbara Ranta
barbara@presbytery.org

Psychological/Career Assessments are available in the Seattle area from:

Presbyterian Counseling Service
Dr. Neil Teng
206.527.2266
or
Northgate Counseling Service
Dr. Philip J. Abrego
206.789.4868
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