Called to Lead is a new program of theological education for congregational leaders offered in partnership by Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary and Mid-Kentucky Presbytery. Focused primarily toward Elders, but open to all, this two-year program will engage leaders in Bible study and theological reflection, as well as equipping them to serve their congregations with energy, intelligence, imagination, and love.[1] A third component of small group coaching and mentoring is available to Elders who wish to further their study in preparation for becoming a Commission Lay Pastor under the care and authority of the Committee on Ministry (or Committee for Preparation for Ministry?) of Mid-Kentucky Presbytery.
Participants will meet one Saturday each month (except summer & December), for 8 hours. The fee of $30.00 includes lunch, handouts and instruction. In addition, participants will be responsible for purchasing required textbooks. Although participants are encouraged to commit to all classes, one may register on a monthly basis. However, those intending to complete the Commissioned Lay Pastor program must successfully complete all classes and any additional requirements for the CLP diploma. Costs for CLP component will be determined by the number of participants and will include other expenses for additional program requirements. *
Persons interested in participating in Called to Lead should complete the attached application, and send it, along with payment, to Mid-Kentucky Presbytery, 425 South 2nd Street, Suite 301, Louisville, Kentucky 40202. The application is also available on-line at http://www.midkentuckypresbytery.org/. Questions concerning the program should be directed to Rev. Peggy Owens, 502-561-8300 or owens987@bellsouth.net.
*Candidates for Commissioned Lay Pastors will attend additional small group coaching sessions and work closely with a pastor- mentor. Extra reading and written assignments will be required, along with psychological/vocational assessment and a final examination. The CLP component will be administered by the COM (or CPM?), which will have the responsibility of determining the fitness for commissioning. Participation in the program does not guarantee one a call to commissioned ministry.
For more information on CLP’s see Book of Order reference G-14.0800 or call the Presbytery office.
Participants will meet one Saturday each month (except summer & December), for 8 hours. The fee of $30.00 includes lunch, handouts and instruction. In addition, participants will be responsible for purchasing required textbooks. Although participants are encouraged to commit to all classes, one may register on a monthly basis. However, those intending to complete the Commissioned Lay Pastor program must successfully complete all classes and any additional requirements for the CLP diploma. Costs for CLP component will be determined by the number of participants and will include other expenses for additional program requirements. *
Persons interested in participating in Called to Lead should complete the attached application, and send it, along with payment, to Mid-Kentucky Presbytery, 425 South 2nd Street, Suite 301, Louisville, Kentucky 40202. The application is also available on-line at http://www.midkentuckypresbytery.org/. Questions concerning the program should be directed to Rev. Peggy Owens, 502-561-8300 or owens987@bellsouth.net.
*Candidates for Commissioned Lay Pastors will attend additional small group coaching sessions and work closely with a pastor- mentor. Extra reading and written assignments will be required, along with psychological/vocational assessment and a final examination. The CLP component will be administered by the COM (or CPM?), which will have the responsibility of determining the fitness for commissioning. Participation in the program does not guarantee one a call to commissioned ministry.
For more information on CLP’s see Book of Order reference G-14.0800 or call the Presbytery office.
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