Period of Discernment

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Period of Discernment
The structured Period of Discernment offers lay people opportunities to discern the will of God in the future directions their life may take.

In this section we deal with questions about candidating, share stories about mentoring, and provide information for congregations and presbyteries.



Period of Discernment Resources

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General Retreat Pattern
Following a personal worship model, a useful handout for people undertaking a personal retreat.
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General Retreat Pattern
Following a personal worship model, a useful handout for people undertaking a personal retreat.
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Lay Pastors Information
Are you interested in exploring a sense of call to the specified ministry of Lay Pastor?
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Period of Discernment and Candidating for the Specified Ministries
Period of Discernment and Candidating for the Specified Ministries of Word, Deacon and Youth Worker
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Period of Discernment Handbook
Period of Discernment - an information kit for those wishing to explore their future ministry
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Registration for the Period of Discernment
Potential candidates for ministry need to complete a Period of Discernment before applying
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Sample Discernment (Learning) Agreement
This agreement is the record of what is to be undertaken during your Period of Discernment
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