Last Thursday I met with our Jedi Council, the Nashville District Committee on Ordained Ministry. As of Thursday I am now a certified candidate. It was a very good meeting (much better than the meeting in the fall).
So now I am waiting to be in touch with my DS to see if I will be able to be appointed to Hermitage UMC (my current church where I am on staff as the youth and young adult pastor) as a licensed local pastor with responsibilities for Youth and Young Adults.
Also another update- I spoke with the admissions department at Sewanee School of Theology about the possibility of transferring from Trevecca. Sewanee is an episcopal divinity school. My main reason for wanting to transfer is that they offer a Masters of Divinity degree and are recognized by the United Methodist University Senate. Also, I think that Sewanee would be a great fit for me. Lots to do before Annual Conference!
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Congrats! (And nice pic)
nice image bro. congrats!
Whoo-hoo, Jonathon!!!!
Congratulations!
I like the thought of Sewanee.I've also thought about that, but I think Asbury will stick for me.
I am interested to hear about your LtP--I'm in a similar situation there, too.
All in all, the UMC will strong with folks like you in the pastorate. Cheers.
Jonathon,
Congratulations. Hope you can be appointed to serve where you are. Sewanee is a good school and would be a great fit for your MDiv.
Shalom,
Wayne
Congratulations. That's a real milestone. God's blessings on you and your family.ac
wOOt!
Congratulations Jonathan! That's wonderful news! I know you're not the only one who wants you to be appointed to Hermitage!
I have a friend here whose husband went to Sewanee and really loved it. Hope that works out for you!
Congrats on taking a step forward on the long journey of ordination. May your three years in ministry be fruitful and spirit lead.
Way to Go!!!
Let the church beware...change is a-comin'
Peace,
DC
haha!! thanks for the affirmation y'all!! i won't lie that it has been a long journey (insert "process" for journey when cynical jonathon emerges)that has been VERY up and down.
god has been there every step with me and and i have seen god's face through you all over the last couple of years. i love y'all.
shalom,
jonathon
I am so glad to hear this. Sweet.
Congratulations! It's about time that the Conference recognize your extraordinary gifts.
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