of the Primitive Methodist Church Note: The School of Theology believes that Pastors should be held to a higher level of accountability since they are the most visible example of believers in the church. The following information may or may not exclude the board from recommending your acceptance or your ordination. The information is simply to allow the board to explore these details to our satisfaction, that we may by thorough in the work entrusted to us by the Conference, and recommend your advancement without reservation. Please note that these statements are required by our P.M. Discipline and Conference. To the Conference of the Primitive Methodist Church in the USA I. Abstinence I confirm that I abstain from the use of intoxicating beverages in any form, the use of tobacco in any form, and the use of narcotics or any illegal drugs of any kind. _____________________________________________ ____________ Signature Date II. Solvency I confirm that I and my family are financially solvent (defined as being able to meet all current bills with my/our present salary, and/or with the expected salary to be received as a pastor in the P.M. Conference), that I have never declared bankruptcy, and that I have left no creditor unfairly unpaid of any debt that I may have incurred. (This question does not seek information about late payments, or other such credit information. We do not conduct a credit check. This statement seeks only to confirm that you fulfill the Biblical instruction on repayment of debts, and that you believe you can continue in solvency while receiving a P.M. Pastor’s salary.) _____________________________________________ ____________ Signature Date III. Marriage and Divorce I confirm the following information about my marriage; I am Single, Married and never divorced, Divorced, Re-married, Widowed - The following details are true about any previous marriages or relationships (specifically dates in regard to salvation, current responsibilities, and circumstances that led to divorce or separation). The names of all dependents and their ages - The names of any dependents from previous marriages or relationships - I note that my wife and I are required to complete a Conference-Approved “Marriage Enrichment” Course (or receive credit for one already taken) before being ordained. I note that this is at my own Expense, unless I receive one of the three scholarships presented by the Conference each year. _____________________________________________ ____________ Signature Date | |
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