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Committee on Ordained Ministry

 

The Committee on Ordained Ministry (commonly referred to simply as “the COM”) assists the bishop in recruiting and selecting persons for the diaconate and priesthood. It guides and examines individuals through several stages in the Ordination process, specifically the steps leading to postulancy, candidacy, and the transitional diaconate.

 

In addition to participating in the discernment process of new clergy, it also provides for the pastoral care of active clergy and promotes their continuing education and collegiality through such activities as clericus and an annual clergy conference.

 

The Committee consists of nine members, five clergy and four laity, who are appointed by the bishop for staggered, three year terms. It is one of three canonically mandated committees of the Commission for Development and Nurture of Ministry.