2023-Pastor Recommendations for ALM

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Pastor’s Recommendation for Applicant to
The Advanced Lay Ministries Program
(Includes the Lay Preacher and Synod Authorized Minister certification programs)

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Name of Applicant

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Congregation/Location

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Pastor's Name

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Email

example@example.com

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1. Provide a brief history of the applicant's relationship to and participation in this congregation.

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2. How might the Advanced Lay Ministries Program benefit this applicant and the mission of God’s church?

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3. What personal gifts and strengths does this applicant bring to the ministry?

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4. Comment on the applicant's interpersonal skills (i.e.: team player VS. independent, approaches to decision making and conflict, etc. What is the applicant's level of self awareness? Is the applicant capable of receiving feedback, acknowledging mistakes, and learning from them?

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5. Comment on the applicant's psychological and spiritual health.

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6. In what areas (i.e., the Bible, preaching, leadership, theological understanding, etc.) you anticipate that this applicant might need development or guidance?

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7. What concerns do you have regarding this applicant for the ALM program?

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8. Other comments?

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Signature of Pastor* This field is required.

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Date* This field is required.

Date

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Pastor’s Recommendation for Applicant toThe Advanced Lay Ministries Program(Includes the Lay Preacher and Synod Authorized Minister certification programs)

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Pastor’s Recommendation for Applicant to
The Advanced Lay Ministries Program
(Includes the Lay Preacher and Synod Authorized Minister certification programs)