CLC Competencies
Our certified training ministry is based on the biblical teachings that some are called by God to ministry leadership, and that these individuals need to be equipped with at least basic competencies to engage in such ministry leadership.
Competencies
Understanding of and adherence to pastoral ethics and practices
Demonstrate understanding, skill and compassion in caring for persons and congregations. 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 life exhibit an
Competencies
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. give evidence of an understanding of approaches to discipleship and capacity discipling individuals toward multiplication
Competencies
Maturity of Faith
Demonstrate a mature personal faith in the Triune God express an abiding and growing faith in, and love for Jesus Christ demonstrate an appropriate awareness of and sensitivity to the presence and leading of the Holy Spirit in Scripture, in
Competencies
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. demonstrate servanthood, measured by growth in God’s grace, as well as
Competencies
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. articulate an understanding of biblical authority consistent with the doctrinal standards exhibit a general knowledge of the content of
Competencies
Theology and Tradition
Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of and commitment to Christian doctrine, government and worship. 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 culture show an
Competencies
Church History
Demonstrate a working knowledge of the history and teachings of the Christian church, including her government and worship. be familiar with the major persons, movements, and historical events in the history of the church. Special emphasis is to be given
Competencies
Nature and Administration of the Sacraments
Demonstrate understanding and skill for the administration of the sacraments that is theologically Reformed and contextually relevant. show knowledge of distinctive elements of the Reformed theological tradition, including its theology and administration of sacraments demonstrate a commitment to an appropriately
Competencies
