If you have not already done so, download the instructions for the expanded background check with Safe Gatherings found at www.vaumc.org/clergyexcellence-candidacyforms under Phase One: Inquiring Candidates Working Toward Becoming an Admitted Candidate.
Read the instructions carefully. Once you have submitted the form, Clergy Excellence will receive a copy of your background check. Clergy Excellence will upload the form into your file on Basecamp for your dCOM, as well as saving a copy in your clergy file for conference records.
* Please note: This background check will be considered for approximately three years from the time of submission. If you remain in Phase Two: Admitted Candidate Becoming a Certified Candidate beyond the scope of the three years, you may be required to submit to an additional background check.