The first step is to have a conversation with your local church pastor. The second step is to receive a recommendation by your consistory. The third step in the Commissioned Pastor process is that of being affirmed by Classis leaders. …

Commissioned Pastors are individuals who have demonstrated spiritual giftedness and church leadership. Their calling and competencies have been confirmed so that they are credentialed as pastoral leaders in churches and church-related ministries. Commissioned Pastors serve in positions such as worship …