Do you sense a call to ordained ministry?
Every one of us, as Christians, has a common calling as Christ’s ambassadors to the world. However, it may also be that you have a strong feeling of a call (or vocation) into ordained ministry within the Church of Ireland.
If this is you, then, as well as chatting to your minister and other trusted Christians, we recommend that you join the Diocese’s Exploring Ordination Group (EOG), (previously called the Fellowship of Vocation).
The group meets four times a year and gives you the opportunity to connect with other like–minded individuals, to learn more about the process, discover your gifts, test your call, ask questions and receive prayer and support.
To make the most of these gatherings we have just launched a new programme which will run over a two year cycle. You may join the group at any point in the two years.
As well as visiting different centres of ministry around the diocese and having input from local church leaders about ministry in their particular context, we will also be considering topics such as calling, clergy life, leadership, transition and change management, and theological reflection. In addition we will spend time discussing chapters from a book that will help us explore various criteria involved in the selection process.
Individuals are usually expected to belong to the EOG for at least one year before progressing further along the route to selection. It should be noted that being part of this group does not imply that a person will eventually become ordained.
If you sense a call to ordained ministry please chat to your rector first and then get in touch with our Diocesan Director of Ordinands, Revd Adrian Green.
Email: adrian-green@hotmail.co.uk