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  •  BUILDING A PORTFOLIO

    This Appendix 4 creates a document of reference for your entire Ordination Portfolio. Separately, your Ordination Portfolio will be the collection of materials that you assemble throughout your Ordination Journey to highlight your gifts in Ministry.  Together, Appendix 4 and your Ordination Portfolio will emphasize your great work in Ministry as it pertains to each of the 16 Ministerial Practices/Competencies.

    Examples of what to include in your Ordination Portfolio: Sermons, Research Papers, Essays, Articles, Certifications, Presentations, Worship materials, collages or photographs, video recordings, etc.

    Your Appendix 4 can be submitted any time prior to your final “Ordination Conversation” with RCOM.  If you would like to complete this document in stages, you are welcome to submit a “draft” version of Appendix 4 prior to your Mid-Point Conversation: Part 1 with RCOM. 

    Should you have any questions, please contact your Ministry Associate in the Springfield Regional Office at sgf@ccmaidisciples.org. Thank you!  

    • You will separately submit materials for your Ordination Portfolio using the Portfolio Dropbox.
    • Should any of the information requested in this Appendix 4 be a duplicate of what you provided in your Appendix 15 (submitted prior to your Candidacy Conversation with RCOM), you are welcome to input "Reference Appendix 15" or something similar. 
    • As you work on this Appendix 4, you can skip any required fields that you wish to complete later by indicating "N/A" or "N/A at this time" or something similar. 
    • Please remember to hit the "SAVE" button often to ensure that your information is stored as you will likely complete it in muliple settings.
  • HOW TO COMPLETE THIS FORM

    Step 1. Complete the "General Information" section on the next Page of this form.

    Step 2. Gather information from each of your previous Educational and Formational Experiences. 

    Step 3. For those life and Ministerial Experiences that are subjective in nature, please submit a Letter or Reference (as appropriate) from any of the following individuals who are aware of and have witnessed your strengths and growing edges in Ministry:

    • Senior Minister of a Congregation Served 
    • Elder of a Congregation Served
    • Current or Past Congregant of a Congregation Served
    • Colleagues
    • Judicatory Leaders
    • Supervisors
    • Current Personal/Community Partner

    Step 4. Your Ministerial Experiences are reflected in the materials you submit for your Ordination Portfolio (using the Portfolio Dropbox) to demonstrate your strengths in Ministry as related to the 16 Ministerial Practices/Competencies:

    • Sermons you've preached (written text or recording).
    • Worship materials you've developed.
    • Curriculum created for courses you've taught.
    • Newsletters or other publications you've created/written.
    • Programs/Workshops/Bible Studies you’ve developed/led.

    Step 5. You can upload multiple document attachments as you progress through this form, including Certificates or Letters of Reference.

  • General Information

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  • Ministerial History

    Only the first two fields on this page are necessary. All additional fields on this page may duplicate information already provided in your Resume. If you have not submitted your Resume as of yet, you are welcome to upload the document at the bottom of this page. 

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  • Educational Background

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  • 16 Ministerial Practices/Competencies

    16 Ministerial Practices/Competencies as relating to your Educational and Ministerial experiences.

  • #1: Biblical Knowledge

    Be rooted and grounded in Scripture, interpreting and applying the Scriptures in ways that are appropriate to original and contemporary contexts.

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  • #2: Church Administration & Planning

    Practice the principles of good administration, planning, and implementing both short-term and long-term goals to enhance Congregational life in collaboration with Teams and Committees.

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  • #3: Communication

    Be an effective communicator and facilitate effective communication within and on behalf of the Church.

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  • #4: Cross-Cultural and Anti-Racism Experience

    Be sensitive to the different manifestations of racism and prejudice in the culture and be committed to confronting and overcoming them.

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  • #5: Ecumenism

    Exhibit a commitment to: working with other Christians and Denominations, working with other faiths in programs of common witness and service, and articulating the vision of the ecumenical and global Church as a starting place for mission.

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  • #6: Education and Leader Development

    Know the foundations of Christian Education and the principles of Leader Development. Show competency in teaching children, youth, and adults, including Lay Leaders and Staff.

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  • #7: Ethics

    Help Parishioners think critically about the relationship of their faith to issues of justice, ethics, and morality.

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  • #8: Evangelism

    Motivate Congregational Members to share their faith through word and action.

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  • #9: Mission of the Church in the World

    Understand and articulate the centrality of the call to mission given by Jesus Christ and the Prophets. Empower Congregations to engage in mission from our doorsteps to the ends of the Earth.

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  • #10: Pastoral Care

    Engage other people with empathy and assess situations and relationships with the compassion of Christ, while also giving sensitivity to culture and context. Convey the healing power of God to those who suffer.

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  • #11: Proclamation of the Word

    Know the practice and theory of Christian preaching. Proclaim the Word of God, share the Good News of Jesus Christ, and help Congregational Members apply their faith to daily life.

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  • #12: Spiritual Development

    Establish and maintain spiritual disciplines that lead to personal growth while also helping others develop a rich, spiritual life.

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  • #13: Stewardship

    Develop and encourage healthy Stewards who recognize and share generously God’s abundant gifts for all creation.

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  • #14: Theology

    Articulate a coherent view of God’s nature and activity in relation to the Christian tradition.  Critically engage human situations from a perspective of faith and help others recognize Theological issues in our daily lives.

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  • #15: Understanding of Heritage

    Have knowledge of and appreciation for the history and principles of Christianity; including the history, structure, practices, and ethos of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).

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  • #16: Worship

    Know the purpose behind and elements of Christian Worship. Plan and lead meaningful Worship by collaborating with a Worship Team, Musicians, and/or Congregational Members.

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