Process for candidates for Licensed Local Pastor
First Steps as an Exploring Candidate:
Becoming a Certified Candidate:
Once a candidate has satisfactorily provided and completed all the documentation and tasks listed above, the DCOM will vote whether to certify the candidate as a candidate for ministry.
Certification indicates that the DCOM considers the candidate to be fit and ready for ministry; after which the Bishop and Cabinet may appoint the candidate to a ministry setting. Additional requirements would be required at that time.
Once the candidates have completed all educational requirements, they may pursue Associate Membership in the Annual Conference with additional requirements. Local License pastors continue to meet yearly with DCOM for oversight and support.