Ordination
Check out our Case Law page to learn more about what other people have been through, what the PJC is doing, and clear up some of those confusing processes and terms.
What it is, how it could change, how presbyteries have voted on it, and other key facts. Everything you need and want to know about amendment b.
Every year Presbyterian Welcome hosts a retreat for GLBTQ Inquirers and Candidates from across the nation who are striving to serve our church. The retreats offer a safe place to worship, join in fellowship, and share strategies for going through the process. All LGBTQ Inquirers and Candidates who are in the “in-care” process are invited. For a deeper look, check out one participant’s story. Call or email the Presbyterian Welcome office for more information.
Our 2010 Retreat will take place July 15-18. Download the retreat flier for more information!
If you are a candidate, inquirer, seminary student, or an ordained PC(USA) minister and you have questions or concerns about your own ordination situation, please feel free to contact Rev. Mieke Vandersall by email or telephone (917) 441-8638. Both email and phone conversations are completely confidential.
Here’s a quick link to the PC(USA)’s Constitution - the Book of Confessions and the Book of Order – or, for more, go to www.pcusa.org.