Necessary Outcomes to be AUTHORIZED as a LAY PREACHER

Authorization as a Lay Preacher requires completion of the following:

1. Completion of all Coursework and Assignments. The Trainee shall attend a minimum of two-thirds (2/3) of all class sessions. Missed coursework must be made up to the satisfaction of the instructor.

2. Responsibility in fulfilling the Student/Mentor Covenant.

3. Prompt submission of all required reports and evaluations to the Committee on Preparation for Ministry.

4. The submission of a final comprehensive reflection paper.

5. The submission of a faith statement.

6. The submission of an exegetical paper, sermon prepared upon that exegesis, and full order of worship (including all prayers and hymn selections).

7. Observation of conduct of Service of Worship (including Preaching) by an evaluator designated by CPM.

7. Written and oral examination in basic Bible Content, and understanding of Polity, Reformed Theology, Reformed Worship and Sacraments, and the Book of Confessions.

8. Demonstrated responsible participation in life of church of membership during training process.

9. An oral reflective interview covering (but not limited to) the following questions:

a. How have you grown spiritually or moved along on your faith journey since the beginning of this Training Program?

b. How has your understanding of God changed?

c. How has your understanding of yourself changed?

d. How have these changes or new understandings influenced your daily life?

e. What do you regard as your strengths and weaknesses?

f. What has it meant to be part of this covenant community?