The Committee on Preparation for Ministry works with the men and women who are preparing
to become ministers of Word and Sacrament. The Book of Order describes the work of this
committee at G-14.0400.
Welcome to the process of preparation for the ministry of the Word and Sacrament!
To understand the preparation process:
Guide to the Preparation Process in Presbytery of the James
The Committee on Preparation for Ministry has prepared this document to help applicants, inquirers, candidates and CPM members know what to do at each stage of the preparation process.
Forms to complete at each stage of the preparation process:
APPLICATION FOR ENROLLMENT AS AN INQUIRER (Forms 1-2)
ANNUAL CONSULTATION (Forms 3-4)
APPLICATION FOR CANDIDACY (Form 5)
For the Ordination Examinations: