Demonstrate understanding, skill and compassion in caring for persons and congregations. The candidate shall give evidence of appropriate care and empathy toward persons in various crises. show a grasp of the challenges and opportunities emerging in the various stages of …
Capability to Minister within the Church
Demonstrate the understanding and skill required to lead the people of God in faithfulness to their mission, including the areas of discipleship, evangelism, and leadership. The candidate shall give evidence of an understanding of approaches to discipleship and capacity discipling …
Maturity of Faith
Demonstrate a mature personal faith in the Triune God The candidate by word and deed shall express an abiding and growing faith in, and love for Jesus Christ. demonstrate an appropriate awareness of and sensitivity to the presence and leading …
Personal Integrity and Call
Demonstrate a life worthy of the gospel, a sense of call to be a leader in the church, an understanding of that ministry, and a commitment to its responsibilities. The candidate shall demonstrate servanthood, measured by growth in God’s grace, …
Understanding of the Old and New Testaments and Biblical Interpretation
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the Scripture, commitment to its authority as the Word of God, and insight in its interpretation. The candidate shall articulate an understanding of biblical authority consistent with the doctrinal standards. exhibit a general knowledge of …
Theology and Tradition
Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of and commitment to Christian doctrine, government and worship. The candidate shall demonstrate an understanding of the doctrines of the church and how they have emerged over time in the context of the church’s interaction with …
Church History
Demonstrate a working knowledge of the history and teachings of the Christian church, including her government and worship. The candidate shall be familiar with the major persons, movements, and historical events in the history of the church. Special emphasis is …
Nature and Administration of the Sacraments
Demonstrate understanding and skill for the administration of the sacraments that is theologically Reformed and contextually relevant. The candidate shall show knowledge of distinctive elements of the Reformed theological tradition, including its theology and administration of sacraments. demonstrate a commitment …
Ability to Preach
Demonstrate understanding and skill to lead worship and preach the gospel. The candidate shall demonstrate the ability to preach and teach the whole of Scripture in the power of the Holy Spirit, with clarity, winsomeness, and passion. demonstrate an approach …
