Psychological Evaluations in the Assessment of Candidates for Ordination as Minister of Word and Sacrament in the Presbyterian Church (USA)

Holtzclaw, Jane L.

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Psychological Evaluations in the Assessment of Candidates for Ordination as Minister of Word and Sacrament in the Presbyterian Church (USA)

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Holtzclaw, Jane L. Psychological Evaluations In the Assessment of Candidates for Ordination As Minister of Word and Sacrament In the Presbyterian Church (usa). rim.ir.atla.com/concern/etds/4cb2b1c6-0503-4a38-8447-c3099c40a294?locale=it.

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H. J. L. Psychological Evaluations in the Assessment of Candidates for Ordination as Minister of Word and Sacrament in the Presbyterian Church (USA). https://rim.ir.atla.com/concern/etds/4cb2b1c6-0503-4a38-8447-c3099c40a294?locale=it

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Holtzclaw, Jane L. Psychological Evaluations In the Assessment of Candidates for Ordination As Minister of Word and Sacrament In the Presbyterian Church (usa). https://rim.ir.atla.com/concern/etds/4cb2b1c6-0503-4a38-8447-c3099c40a294?locale=it.

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Holtzclaw, Jane L.

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Preparation for ministry

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Within the Presbyterian Church (USA) it is common practice to require candidates for ordination as a Minister of Word and Sacrament to undergo a psychological evaluation as part of the preparatory process for ordination. A survey of pastors within Homestead Presbytery regarding their experiences during the psychological evaluation and their perceptions of its utility was completed. Findings indicate a lack of benchmarks to support the usefulness of these evaluations, a potential for harm, and a pervasive lack of understanding regarding its purpose. Recommendations for alternative means of assessing readiness for ordained ministry are presented.

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