Discernment, Selection and Formation

For Presbytery personnel and members of committees involved in discernment, selection, oversight and mentoring of individuals in their period of discernment and formation.
During the day we want to engage with you on what is happening, what might be happening, and what you wish was or wasn’t happening in discernment, selection and formation.

The day will cover the following:

• Period of Discernment
  Discernment for lay and ordained ministry: we all have our place in the church
• Selection for Candidature
  Selection for ministry in the 21st century
  How Presbyteries can best support and prepare their candidates
• Formation for Ministry
  The structure of the Formation Programme including
  Formation Focus Weeks and Wednesday Formation
  Program
  Possibilities for formation in Melbourne and beyond
  Formation Panels during Candidature
  Pilgrim College and academic pathways
• Presbytery experiences shared
  How can the Centre for Theology & Ministry best support Presbyteries and
  Presbytery people, including mentors, in POD,
  selection and candidate processes?

Cost: A contribution of $5 for lunch will be appreciated.
RSVP: Please let us know by Friday 18 September of your participation and any dietary needs.

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