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SUMMARY:Copy of SYNOD-WIDE COMMISSIONED PASTOR TRAINING Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Synod is pleased to invite you to an exploratory conversation about a new Synod-wide Commissioned Pastor (CRE) Training Program designed to cultivate strong, accessible, and unified preparation for commissioned pastoral leaders across our region.\nThis initiative seeks to develop a cohesive Synod-wide model that:\n\nExpands equity and access to theological and pastoral education\nStrengthens leadership pipelines for small, rural, immigrant, and under-resourced congregations\nSupports ruling elders discerning a call to commissioned pastoral service\nProvides mid councils with consistent, high-quality preparation for CREs and the congregations they serve\n\nAccessible & Flexible Learning\nThe program will incorporate hybrid instruction, including:\n\nIn-person intensives\nOnline learning modules\nPeer learning cohorts\n\nAffordability and accessibility are central priorities, especially for smaller and under-resourced presbyteries.\nSeminary Partnership & Certification\nThe Synod is partnering with Dubuque Theological Seminary as the academic institution for this program.\nStudents who successfully complete all program and certification requirements will receive a Certificate in Christian Leadership from the seminary.\nScholarships & Ongoing Formation\n\nRuling elders enrolled in the program are eligible for scholarships through the Wurffel-Sills Endowment.\nThe annual Commissioned Pastors’ Retreat will be funded in part through the Mid Council Support budget, strengthening ongoing connection and formation.\n\nWho Should Attend This Exploratory Conversation?\n\nRuling elders discerning a call to commissioned pastoral service\nPresbytery leaders and Committee on Preparation for Ministry representatives\nCommission on Ministry members\nMid council leaders seeking consistent CRE training pathways\n\nJoin us as we shape a unified, accessible, and faithful model of preparation for those called to serve in this moment.\n\nRegister Today\nhttps://579zjvcbb.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001FHXEbbl15rEM8Bo6C3UNjTgqJXN6bb4azN43uTav3e1mLDZgIc8GlbmL_NMTACkrVOYs_2nlm9K-xGzLuTS5rxX7xq2AUEl1gV1cMDZ8CEp0cYAIZaAMkFCLSaeFgQbRwhKRG3dGootcf7a2KsGZwHXk_X2VMgbPxl5lCyzNLHB3jH5SCmNetpe4kthJTuy4pJKEEa3G82bBGf6f-ZSdIg==&c=j7zZ4gREBVvXV8mu9imMFDyFrBXpXVdafVoI_vzJsljG7t1DgqQQ8Q==&ch=dfwZ82lxvw7YYg6JDIFLESwRDNMSTQz8DHn80HW4n16_Vg66dfYrtg==\n
URL:https://synodne.org/events/synod-wide-commissioned-pastor-training-webinar-194/
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