Credential Application - Trainee Minister & Specialist Credential Application Form

Credential Application - Trainee Minister & Specialist Credential Application Form - VIC/TAS

1. For first application be aware that sufficient Theological training will have occurred as well as competency coaching and a coaching report should have been lodged with the Credential Secretary 6 months before applying. The suitability of this particular application can be checked on the Ministry Guidelines (pg53).

2. Be prepared to complete this application over a week or two part time. It will be difficult to complete this application in even a long sitting, as there is information and evidence that will need to be gathered and entered.

3. It is not advisable to begin this application anywhere near the closing day for the next intake for this reason. Late applications will be held over to the next intake. So be aware of the closing dates from the CRC state calendar.

4. Be aware that the information in this application will be used by the CRC in the assessment of the application and possibly: future applications; the process ministry development; evidence in any adjudication or legal matters upon which the information may be relevant; and will be archived accordingly with the Credential Secretary and or the State Secretary.

Section 1: Personal

Part A - Contact Details

1. Current Contact Details

Full Legal Name *

Preferred Names (if any)

Other Names (if any)

Residential Address *

Tip: House Number, Street Name, Suburb and Postcode

Mailing Address (if different from above)

Mobile Number *

Phone Number

Email Address *

Part B - Other Details

2. Date of Birth *

3. Place of Birth *

Tip: Town and Country

4. Gender *

5. Citizenship status *

Australian

Permanent Resident with valid visa

Other

If you selected other, please provide details

6. Are you a member of a CRC Churches International church? *

a. Name and locality of your local church *

b. How long have you been in this church? *

7. Which year did you commit your life to Christ? *

a. Where and with what denomination or church?

8. Which year were you baptised in the Holy Spirit and spoke in tongues as initial evidence? *

a. Where and with what denomination or church?

9. Which year were you baptised by full immersion in water as a believer in Jesus Christ? *

a. Where and with what denomination or church?

10. Have you consistently followed Christ since your conversion? *

If no, please provide details *

11. Are you prompt at paying accounts/bills? *

12. Do you have any physical weakness or emotional problems that would hinder you in an intense or pressured environment? *

if yes provide details: *

13. Have you ever been involved in a church dissension? *

if yes provide details: *

16. Do you get on well with others? *

17. Do you have any personality traits that might impair your relationship with others? *

if yes provide details: *

Have you currently got:

A drug dependency or addiction (e.g. tobacco, alcohol, prescribed medication, illegal substances) *

if yes provide details: *

A gambling habit or difficulty *

if yes provide details: *

A pornography addiction *

if yes provide details: *

A diagnosed mental illness for I which I take medication for a have regular treatment *

if yes provide details: *

Significant experiences of same-sex attraction *

if yes provide details: *

A problem or implication related to child abuse *

if yes provide details: *

A criminal record *

if yes provide details: *

Rate yourself from 1-10 in the following areas:

Maturity - personal development, ability to cope *

Motivation - self-discipline, sense of purpose, depth of commitment *

Reliability - dependable, diligent, responsible *

Emotional stability - poise, self-control, reaction to situations *

Judgement - problem analysis and solving *

Oral Expression - clarity, coherence *

Interpersonal Relations - rapport, courtesy, manners, understanding *

Empathy - sensitivity to needs of others *

Work Habits - stamina, conscientious, perseverance, resourceful, initiative *

Leadership - creativity, curiosity, confidence, charisma, decisiveness *

Personal Appearance - cleanliness, grooming, modest dress habits *

Integrity - truthful, moral character, keep your word *

Sexual Purity - disciplined mind, passions, eyes, hands *

Academic Ability - studious, making progress in personal education *

Reaction to Criticism - able to handle negative and hurtful situations *

Preaching & Teaching Ministry - shares spiritual truths regularly *

Co-operation - teachable, attitude toward supervision, able to work with others *

Sociable - accepted by others, not withdrawn or anti-social *

Devotional Life - prayer, spirituality *

Communications Skills - share ideas effectively with others *

Stewardship - tithing, generosity, honest gain *

Convictions - commitment to beliefs *

Adaptability - able to cope with changing situations *

Tolerance - considers other points of view, patient with others *

Tact - think before speaking, able to keep confidence *

Christian Experience - consecration, growth in grace, biblical knowledge *

General Health - reasonably fit and healthy in body and mind *

Modesty - in behaviour and dress *

Marital Status: *

Partner's Name: *

Have you ever been divorced? *

if yes provide details: *

Has your partner been divorced? *

if yes provide details: *

When was your partner saved? *

In what Denomination or church? *

When did your partner receive the baptism of the holy spirit and speak with other tongues as the initial evidence? *

Where and with what denomination or church? *

When did your partner get baptised by immersion? *

Where and with what denomination or church? *

Is your home/marriage conducive to success in the ministry? *

if no provide details: *

Does your partner get on well with others? *

Since conversion, have you and your spouse ever been separated? *

if yes, when and why? *

Have you or your spouse ever been in an inappropriate relationship physically or emotionally? *

if yes provide brief details: *

if yes provide details: *

Has your partner:

A drug dependency or addiction (e.g. tobacco, alcohol, prescribed medication, illegal substances) *

Yes

if yes provide details: *

A gambling habit or difficulty *

Yes

if yes provide details: *

Used illegal drugs *

Yes

if yes provide details: *

A criminal record *

Yes

if yes provide details: *

Been involved in community disturbances *

Yes

if yes provide details: *

Undergone (or currently undergoing) any psychological or psychiatric therapy *

Yes

if yes provide details: *

Had problems with pornography *

Yes

if yes provide details: *

Had a problem or concerns raised to do with child abuse in any way *

Yes

if yes provide details: *

Had any inclination toward a same sex lifestyle *

Yes

if yes provide details: *

A reputation for involvement in behaviour indicating moral/ethical weakness *

Yes

if yes provide details: *

It is a requirement to interview any partner; is your partner able to attend? *

Yes

if no provide details: *

Section 2: Credential

Why have you chosen to apply for CRC Churches International Credentials? *

Briefly outline your current sense of calling to ministry: *

Please indicate which credential the candidate is applying for: *

Indicate speciality *

14. Have you previously held a credential with CRC Churches International? *

If you are reapplying, please provide details *

if refused, by whom and why *

15. Have you previously held a credential with any other denomination? *

If yes, please provide details (what credential, with whom, if you hold it now, how long you have held it) *

16. Have you ever been refused a credential with CRC Churches International or any other denomination, or had a credential revoked? *

If yes, please provide details *

17. Are you (and if married, your spouse) a member of an organisation which may be in conflict with CRC Churches International beliefs, vision and values? *

If yes, please provide details *

Please state your role/position(s) in your church:

Current position: *

Previous position: *

How much time do you devote to:

Ministry: *

Prayer: *

Study: *

How many times have you preached in the past 12 months? *

Have you read the Constitution of the CRC Churches International *

do you endorse it *

will you abide by it? *

Have you any doctrines or beliefs that conflicts with the CRC Churches International teaching *

if so, provide details *

Should you receive a credential, do you accept your vow as contained in this application, and that you will accept the oversight and their decision? *

Section 3: Family

Do you have children? *

30. How many children do you have? *

a. What are their names, age and gender? *

b. Do all of your children belong to you and your partner alone? *

If no, please provide details *

c. Are your children walking with Christ? *

31. Is your relationship with your family members a good witness to others? *

If no, please provide details *

32. Do you or any member of your immediate family have physical or mental health issues that may affect your ministry? *

If yes, please provide details *

33. Is your family supportive of your application? *

If you selected other, please provide details *

46. What is your present means of financial support? *

47. Do you have a trade or profession? *

If yes, please provide details *

48. Do you have any debts? *

If so, do you have an effective debt management plan? *

49. Have you ever been declared bankrupt? *

If yes, please provide details *

Section 4: Ministry

51. Briefly outline your sense of calling to ministry? *

52. Do you intend to devote your life to full time ministry? *

53. Do you sense a call to any particular ministry? *

(If yes, select from the following) *

Please specify specialised ministry *

54. Do you feel called to any particular region of country? *

If yes, please provide details *

55. State current and previous ministry roles held (provide year, role and church for each role): *

Section 5: Education

56. Provide details of any non-theological / ministry related secondary or tertiary studies you have completed (provide course, institution and year for each instance): *

57. Provide details of any theological / ministry / leadership studies you have completed (provide course, institution and year for each instance): *

58. Are you currently undertaking any studies that you have not completed? *

If yes, please provide details *

Is there anything that you know about that could affect your status as a credentialed minister should be aware of that was not covered in any of the questions on this form?

Yes

if yes provide details: *

Section 6: Referees

• Please supply the details of three unrelated people to act as referees on your behalf. Two must be the Senior Minister and another credentialed pastor, of the church you attend and all must be of the Christian faith.

• Ask their permission prior to submitting this application and advise them they will receive a form to complete.

• A referee form will be sent to them independently from the State Secretary for Credentialing.

Referee 1 (your Senior Minister)

Full Name: *

Relationship to applicant: *

Daytime phone number: *

Email: *

Postal address: *

Referee 2 (other credentialed minister)

Full Name: *

Relationship to applicant: *

Daytime phone number: *

Postal address: *

E-mail address: *

Referee 3 (other referee)

Full Name: *

Relationship to applicant: *

Daytime phone number: *

E-mail address: *

Postal address: *

Section 7: Equivalence mapping to CRC training

Part A CRC Diploma of Christian Ministry and Theology

Check Here if you have completed the CRC Diploma of Christian Studies of the CRC Diploma of Ministry after 2016 or (prior to this period) you have completed CRC Certificate IV or CRC Diploma in Christian Ministry & Theology.

Yes

Part B Academic Equivalence Mapping Instructions

This basic template is to assist in evaluating the attainments of candidates who have not completed the requisite CRC course(s). While it is a requirement to complete this section where referred here form Part A, the Credential Authority may use it as a window on the completed competencies, and for advice in further development, and is not required to elevate the declaration over competencies. Under each Unit, the various topics covered are listed. Simply type in your attainments towards equivalence for these topics under each of the supplied headings as follows: Details to Include:

· Accredited Academic Achievements – Indicate what and with whom the training was obtained (transcripts and certificates will be inserted in Part C)

· Unaccredited work (any certificates of attainment will be inserted at Part C)

o Seminars and conference subjects attended

o CRC in-service training subjects attended

o Church in-service training subjects attended

o Other media works studied such as audio, video, print subjects/messages

o Books read

· Roles and other experience

o Significant relevant experience and roles undertaken in church or business.

o Significant compilations, works, and training produced by the candidate.

Unit One – Introduction to the Old Testament - B5020 Covers the following topics:

· The Pentateuch

· Historical Literature

· Major Prophets

· Minor Prophets

· Wisdom Literature

· Psalms

Academic Achievements & Training Exposure: *

Books read & other media: *

Roles and Experience: *

Unit Two - Introduction to the New Testament - B5030 Covers the following topics:

· Historical and cultural context of Jesus’ time

· The Synoptic Gospels

· The Gospel of John

· The Ministry of Jesus

· Historical perspectives of Jesus

· The Early Church context

· Paul and the Church at Rome

· Pauline Epistles

· Other Epistles

Academic Achievements & Training Exposure: *

Books read & other media: *

Roles and Experience: *

Unit Three – Introduction to Christian Doctrine - T5005 Covers the following topics:

· What is Theology?

· Faith

· The Triune God & Creation

· Jesus

· Salvation

· The Holy Spirit

· The Church

· Baptism & Communion

· Christian Hope

Academic Achievements & Training Exposure: *

Books read & other media: *

Roles and Experience: *

Unit Four – The Person & Work of Christ - T5031 Covers the following topics:

· Christology

· The Person of Christ – Revelation and Reflection

· The Person of Christ – Reflection and Creeds

· Christological Models

· The Historical Jesus

· Implications of the Crucifixion

· Christ and Atonement

Academic Achievements & Training Exposure: *

Books read & other media: *

Roles and Experience: *

Unit Five – CRC Church Movement Distinctives - P5062 Covers the following topics:

· History and Formation of the CRC Churches International

· CRC Vision, Mission and Values

· CRC Declaration of Faith: The Scriptures, the Godhead, The Father; Son; Holy Spirit,

· CRC Declaration of Faith: Humanity & the Devil

· CRC Declaration of Faith: Salvation & the New Creation Message

· CRC Declaration of Faith: The Church, Ordinances, Resurrection & Prophecy

· CRC Pentecostal Distinctives: Baptism in the Holy Spirit, the Gifts of the Holy Spirit, the Fruit of the Spirit, Divine Healing, Prayer.

· CRC 2045

Academic Achievements & Training Exposure: *

Books read & other media: *

Roles and Experience: *

Unit Six – Introduction to Pastoral Theology & Ministry - P5010 Covers the following topics respectively:

· Why do we minister? Why do we care?

· Care Through Healing, Sustaining, Guiding, Reconciling

· Themes in Pastoral Theology

· Human Science perspectives on Major Helping Approaches

· Peer Counselling

· Theology and Practice of Life Together

· Church Pastoral Ministry Strategies

· Training, Mentoring and Spiritual Direction

· Caring and Ministering

Academic Achievements & Training Exposure: *

Books read & other media: *

Roles and Experience: *

Unit Seven – Introduction to Personal Formation - P5001 Covers the following topics:

· Biblical Theology of Spiritual Formation

· Identity: Personality and Preference

· Identity: Calling and Vocation

· Developing your Life Narrative

· Spiritual Disciplines

· Spiritual Formation for the Sake of Others’

· Spiritual Leadership

Academic Achievements & Training Exposure: *

Books read & other media: *

Roles and Experience: *

Unit Eight – Supervised Ministry 1, P5082 Covers the following topics:

· Practical Ministry in Various contexts

· Working under Authority/Supervision

· What is Mentoring?

· What do Mentors do?

· Healthy Reflecting on Reading and Ministry

Academic Achievements & Training Exposure: *

Books read & other media: *

Roles and Experience: *

Unit Nine - Supervised Ministry 2 - P5083 Covers the following topics: Communication;

· Practical Leadership

· Recruiting and Training Leaders

· Working in a Ministry Team

· Decision Making in Ministry Teams

· Policies: Duty of Care & Risk Management

· Diversity in Ministry Focuses

· Identifying and Analysing Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities & Threats within a Ministry Area

Academic Achievements & Training Exposure: *

Books read & other media: *

Roles and Experience: *

Section 8: Trainee Vows

In the presence of God and my fellow ministers I acknowledge and fully endorse that: I believe I have been called by God and equipped by the Lord Jesus Christ to be a Minster of His Gospel of Grace and a spiritual leader of His people. I will humbly, obediently and faithfully develop and outwork Christ’s calling upon my life, and work together in love and unity with my fellow ministers within our CRC family I acknowledge that God has placed me in the family of the CRC to develop and express the ministry call that He has for my life. I accept the Vision and Values that we in the CRC regard as the reason why God has called us into existence and commit myself to gather, nurture, serve and release God’s people within the purposes of our CRC family. I will exercise my ministry duties responsibly, be accountable to my spiritual family and coaching ministers and submit to the wise checks and balances and training requirements of my CRC Ministry peers and overseers.

I take this Vow in the taking of CRC credentials. *

Section 9: Application fee & payment proof

An Application Fee of $60.00 in favour of CRC Churches International Victoria Inc must be submitted with this form preferably by direct funds transfer as below:

Direct Funds transfer to
Westpac Bank, CRC Churches International Victoria Inc
BSB: 033242
ACC: 607535
Put your name in the description field.

Section 10: Checklist

Credentialing Evidence Submission *

Working With Children Check (WWCC)

National Police Check (completed in last 12months)

Proof of Payment ($60.00 fee)

Academic Transcripts (Relevant ministry or theological studies undertaken)

Qualifications / Certificates (Copies of completed ministry, leadership, or related certificates))

Photograph of yourself and spouse (A clear headshot photograph of you (and spouse, if applicable))

Tip: Please email the following documents to the CRC VicTas Office. Tick each item to confirm you have emailed the required documents.

Section 10: Declaration

I declare that I have filled in all Sections honestly and sincerely. *

Name of Applicant:

Date:

Note: The information in this application will be used in the assessment of the application, and any future applications, and in the progress ministry development, or the defense of legal matters upon which the information may have relevance, by the State Executive or their delegates, and will be archived accordingly.