Should I Become a Pastor in the CRC?
Are you wondering if you should become a pastor? The Candidacy Committee is the denominational ministry that helps people find their way in a discernment process.
Whether you are pursuing a call or helping others in their calling, share your questions, thoughts and perspectives.
Are you wondering if you should become a pastor? The Candidacy Committee is the denominational ministry that helps people find their way in a discernment process.
"How can I, a pastor ordained in another denomination, transfer my ordination into the CRCNA?" Here is some basic information from the Candidacy Committee to get you started.
Is your church looking for a pastor? The CRCNA wants to help you connect with potential pastors in the following ways.
Commissioned Pastors are appointed at the local level with permission of the regional body, the classis. Find information about this office and the roles in which these pastors serve.
There are several routes to becoming ordained as a pastor in the Christian Reformed Church. Find brief descriptions of each route below.
A guide for congregations wishing to affiliate with the Christian Reformed Church in North America.
The hope is that a growing number of persons can be prepared to plant and lead Spanish speaking ministries in partnership with the Christian Reformed Church.
We are excited to share information about the ELIM program—a CRC orientation for pastors affiliating with the CRCNA via either Article 8 or 23 (Ministers of the Word or Commissioned Pastors).
Through a special grant, Rev Karl Van Harn, Director of CPE at Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services, is offering an innovative version of CPE to pastors and seminary students.
Calvin Seminary Professor Sarah Schreiber has just completed work on a basic Bible Overview online learning resource. Learn more!
Candidacy Sunday is a great opportunity for churches to thank God for the men and women who anticipate being approved as candidates at synod. Find resources below!