Frequently Asked Questions
Whether you are a youth or a college student or already in seminary, a single person, a married mother of two, or getting ready to retire from your first career you may have growing questions as you discern and examine God's calling on your your life. Take a few moments and review the information below. And for those of you who are looking toward Local Pastor or Deacon status there are Frequently Asked Questions just for you.
If I'm thinking about professional ministry where do I begin?
The short answer is first to be in prayer about this decision. Once you are convinced God is urging you to seek professional ministry contact your local pastor. Tell him or her that the pastor's page is available as a guide. Also, it would do you well to review the steps outlined on the candidate's page.
How do I get to the Online Candidacy Registration?
Please follow this LINK to the On-Line Candidacy Registration.
How do I get to my UMCARES account?
Please follow this LINK to the UMCARES system.
I don't know the contact information for my District Superintendent.
The contact information for each District Office and District Superintendent can be found in the District directory.
Where can my mentor find the yearly evaluation form?
All District Committee on Ministry forms can be found via the Forms link to the right. Here is the Mentor's Annual Report Form.
I'm a new dCOM Registrar, where do I find our committee's forms?
All District Committee on Ministry forms can be found via the Forms link above or at this LINK.
Are there any funds to help with the cost of Continuing Education Events?
Yes there are. You can apply for these funds by completing the Continuing Education Form.
Are there any "special" things I should know as I begin to consider serving the church as a Local Pastor?
Yes there are. Please Click on this Link and check them out.
Are there any "special" things I should know as I begin to consider serving the church as an Ordained Deacon?
Yes there are. Please Click on this Link and check them out.
