Phase IIIb: Local Pastor License Renewal MQ16 2024-2025-Valley Ridge District

Phase IIIb: Local Pastor License Renewal for Persons on Minute Question 16

Valley Ridge District
This form is for Licensed Local Pastors who are seeking to renew their license while currently being assigned to Minute Question 16 as persons "who have completed the studies for the license as a local pastor, are approved, but are not now appointed".

The Board of Ordained Ministry recognizes that there are times when a break from one's current ministry is required. However, Minute Question 16 in intended to be a temporary status with an expectation that one will return to a licensed ministry of some kind, be it in a local congregation or in an extension ministry, within a few years. In order to maintain this status Licensed Local Pastors must meet with the District Committee. Additionally, a 3/4 vote of approval is required by the clergy session of the annual conference.

Please fill out the application by following the prompts below. Once you hit the "submit" button, your application will be sent directly to your dCOM chair as well as your district superintendent. Your dCOM Chair will reach out to you to schedule an interview.

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Minute Question 16

Please describe the factors which led you to choose to request to go on MQ 16
Reasons for being on MQ16
Report on Acts of Ministry

Share with us the times you have performed weddings, funerals, presided at table, served as guest preacher, and/or other acts of ministry you may have participated in

Acts of Ministry 2023-2024

	Weddings	Funerals	Presided over the Sacraments	Guest Preacher/Teacher	Other acts of Ministry
Date, Location
Date, Location
Date, Location
Date, Location

Relationship with District Superintendent

Please share how you have been able to maintain a relationship with your District Superintendent while on MQ16.
Relationship with District Superintendent*
Clergy Development

Please describe any trainings, coaching, self studies- you have participated in while on MQ16. Please note you will be asked about Continuing Education next.
Clergy Development*
Continuing Education

Please list any seminars, courses, or degrees you have obtained while on MQ 16.
Continuing Education*
Connectional Participation

Describe the activities you have been a part of which have enabled you to participate in the United Methodist Church, ie.: attending annual conference, serving on committees, clergy covenant groups, etc.
Connectional Participation*
Spiritual Formation

Share any practices you have engaged for the nurturing of your spirit while on MQ 16.
Spiritual Formation*
Self-Care

Describe the practices you have employed to care for yourself during the time you have been on MQ16, ie: exercise, time with family, travel, hobbies, etc.
Self-Care*
Other Feedback

Is there anything else you would like to share with the District Committee about your time on MQ16
Other Feedback
Anticipated Timeline for Minute Question 16

Share with us when you anticipate coming off of MQ16 and returning to appointed ministry.
Anticipated Timeline for Ending Time for Returning to Appointed Ministry
Recommendation for District Superintendent

From the choices below select which option best describes
I have been in conversation with my District Superintendent*

I have been in conversation with my District Superintendent and I do anticipate being appointed this annual conference.I have been in conversation with my District Superintendent and I do anticipate receiving a Mid-Year Appointment.I have been in conversation with my District Superintendent and I do not anticipate returning to appointed ministry in the coming year.
By signing below, you confirm that all of the above information is accurate and ready for review by the District Committee on Ordained Ministry.*

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Management and Annual Signature of License
The License serves to document the credentials of a local pastor in the United Methodist Church. In order to maintain these credentials, a licensed local pastor must:
- Adhere to the renewal process by following either the Standard or the Modified process
- Obtain the signature of the District Superintendent on the back of the license annually
- Have access to the license at all times
If you are planning to return to appointed ministry, please click to acknowledge you are prepared to obtain the signature of your District Superintendent on your license for ministry at one of the following: Charge Conference, District Conference, Annual Conference, dCOM renewal meeting, or a personal visit to the District Office.

Yes, I acknowledge
Done! Your dCOM Chair to be in touch regarding next steps. Blessings on your journey!
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Phase IIIb: Local Pastor License Renewal for Persons on Minute Question 16

Minute Question 16

Report on Acts of Ministry

Relationship with District Superintendent

Clergy Development

Continuing Education

Connectional Participation

Spiritual Formation

Self-Care

Other Feedback

Anticipated Timeline for Minute Question 16

Recommendation for District Superintendent

Management and Annual Signature of License