Discovering and confirming the candidate’s gifting and calling leads to effective missional ministry where lives are transformed, communities are changed, and the world is impacted.
Calling: The candidate shows evidence of being called by God into ministry leadership; others in the church are also confirming their calling.
Gifting: The candidate understands and uses his/her gifts, talents, and passions for the advancement of the kingdom
Competency: The candidate can articulate, demonstrate, and mobilize others in a Christ-centered, disciple-making philosophy of ministry in the church.
Missional: The candidate shows evidence of being engaged in the global mission of the church. They are interceding and building relationships with un-churched people and seem comfortable, appropriate and active in sharing the gospel with those who are searching for faith.