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OFFICE<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clergy Life<\/strong><\/h1>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Calling, equipping, and sustaining servant leaders.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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I’m New Here<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Welcome! We’re glad you’re here. Curious where to start? Feeling called to ministry? Learn about serving in the NC Conference and the many options available to you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Candidacy<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In the NC Conference, there are many avenues for serving as a pastor \u2013 both within and beyond the local church. Find resources to become a Certified Candidate.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\u2705 Paths to Ministry<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Looking for a specific ministry path? View information for each category below.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Licensed Local Pastors (LLPs)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Explore the path towards becoming and serving as a Licensed Local Pastor<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Ordination as a Deacon<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Learn more about the path to Ordination as a Deacon.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Ordination as an Elder<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Learn more about the path to Ordination as an Elder.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83d\udcda Resources<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Find below the many resources available to clergy, dCOMs, and the Board of Ordained Ministry.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Clergy Resources<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Looking for information on Course of Study, mental health resources, or reports?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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dCOM Resources<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Find the District Committee on Ordained Ministry Handbook, responsibilities, information on Ministry Tracks, and more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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BOM Resources<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Learn more about the Board of Ordained Ministry and resources for seminarians, as well as written work prompts and deadlines.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83d\udcdd Latest Updates<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Articles and stories from the Office of Clergy Life.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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