mcvMinistry and Church Vocations (MCV) helps the church to discern, prepare and support leaders serving in ministry. This work is done in collaboration with sessions, presbyteries and synods that are in covenant relationship with their leaders, as well as the theological colleges. Below are a variety of resources that can support the church’s work.

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Online Training in the Policy for Dealing with Sexual Abuse and Sexual Harassment (SASH) of the Presbyterian Church In Canada

This online training module offers a basic introduction to the SASH policy is intended for:

  • Members of Sessions, congregations and anyone in the church at large;
  • Ministers and candidates for ministry who may need a “refresher” in the policy;
  • Applicants to the Committee on Education and Reception (E&R) who have been declared eligible for reception as ministers or as candidates certified for ordination in the PCC.

The module consists of three parts to be completed in sequence:

  1. A 30-minute online video, Sexual Misconduct: Learn to Spot It, Learn to Stop It, produced by the Anglican Church of Canada, and which can be viewed here:
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  2. A 30-minute narrated PowerPoint presentation which can be viewed here:
    Video Presentation
  3. A 10-question quiz to test your knowledge:
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Candidacy and Education & Reception Process for Presbytery Clerks and Student Committees

Video Presentation on the Candidacy Process and the Education and Reception Process for Presbytery Clerks and Student Committees.

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PowerPoint Presentation on the Candidacy Process and the Education and Reception Process for Presbytery Clerks and Student Committees

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Continuing Education Fund

Why pursue continuing learning? To seek spiritual renewal and growth, reflect on my calling, develop fresh ideas for worship and new leadership skills, assist my congregation through a period of transition.

The purpose of the Continuing Education Fund is to provide financial assistance for continuing education to help professional church workers of The Presbyterian Church in Canada to increase their effectiveness in ministerial service.

  • This fund makes financial assistance available to church workers for their professional development.
  • The program—workshop, course, conference—must have a minimum number of contact hours and be offered by a recognized organization.
  • Applicants must be approved by their presbytery or a church board or agency.
  • This fund supplements the allowance provided by the congregation or employer.
  • It is expected that the individual applying and their congregation or employer will contribute to the costs of the program
  • The maximum that an individual may receive in any five-year period is $1,500.

The new online application form helps makes this process easier. Use the Continuing Education Grant Application  or, for further information, please email Liz Brewer. You can also read the Continuing Education Regulations

Colleague Covenant Group Grants

Funds are available to provide incentive grants to help ministers, diaconal ministers or lay ministers employed in The Presbyterian Church in Canada to begin new colleague covenant groups. These funds are accessible by PCC ministers and professional church workers wishing to form new groups.

Learn more about Colleague Covenant Group Grants and complete the online application.

Specialized Ministries

Women’s Perspectives Newsletter

In 2012, after thirty years of service, the Women in Ministry Committee dissolved and discontinued its publication, Women’s Perspectives. The committee and newsletter were directed towards supporting women working professionally in the church by helping them forge connections and giving them a voice in our church. For past issues of Women’s Perspectives, please contact Liz Brewer

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Contact

For more information, contact Tim Purvis at 1-800-619-7301 ext. 264.