Ordination Track Survey 2019-2023

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Ordination Survey of those ordained from 2019-2023

The purpose of this survey is to steward well our ordination pathway by gathering input from those who have been recently ordained. A similar survey will be conducted with the ordination council. Our hope and prayer is that responses from both of these groups will assist us in improving this section of our leader development and formation. Please answer as candidly as you are able. If you would prefer to remain anonymous please fill out the form without your contact information.

Name

First Last

If you would prefer to provide anonymous feedback, please feel free to not include your name and contact information

Church / Ministry where you serve

How many years have you served there ?(Required)

When did you get ordained?(Required)

Please indicate which Ordination Track you completed.

4 Papers, 4 Sermons, Book reports + interview

Deeper IN modules, 4 Sermons, Book reports + interview

Deeper IN modules, 2 Papers, 2 Sermons, Book reports + interview

Transfer Ordinand - I only did the interview

In the ECD we offer two tracks for preparation for Ordination. One is mainly focused on personal study, papers, sermons, book reports and an interview. The other substituted Deeper Life module training for some of the papers and sermons, but still required all the book reports and interview. If you took the Deeper IN track, please indicate which option was offered you. Initially the Deeper IN modules substituted for 4 papers, then we adjusted it to substitute for 2 papers and 2 sermons.

Were you pleased with the track you selected? Why or Why not? What was helpful? What wasn't? Do you have any suggestions for how we could improve it? Please write out your response in the box below.

The ordination process assisted me in mastering a solid theological foundation.

The ordination process assisted me in integrating my personal walk with my theology

The ordination process caused me to adjust my doctrinal stands to better align with C&MA statement of faith.

The ordination process equipped me to apply the doctrines of Christ our Saviour, Sanctifier, Healer and Coming King into my ministry practice.

The ordination process strengthened me in my relationships; with God, with others and with myself.

The ordination process enhanced my understanding of deeper Christian life, such that I find myself more aware of the Father's Love, walking closely with Jesus and depending more on the Holy Spirit in life and ministry.

The ordination process prepared me to minister contextually in light of cultural shifts and changes where I minister.

My ordination coach assisted me in being well prepared for my interview and ministry as an ordained minister.

Further comments you would like to add concerning the coaching you received.

The ECD administration systems and personnel assisted me right through the whole process.

Which form of interview did you participate in.

Online Interview

In-person Interview

The interview questions were clearly communicated such that I was able to understand what was being asked of me.

The ordaining council that interviewed me was gracious, understanding and assisted me in feeling safe and comfortable.

Which form of interview would you have preferred if given an option?

Online Interview

In-person Interview

Hybrid - a few with me in person, and others online

Alternative to an oral interview. (If you select this option, please indicate in the final comment section ideas of what this might look like.

At this point we are primarily doing interviews online. Previously we did interviews in person at the district office. Some have suggested they would prefer an alternative to an oral interview. Please indicate your preference.

Please share any additional comments or suggestions you may have to assist us in enhancing your ordination pathway.