RESOURCES FOR WALKING ALONGSIDE ORDINANDS
These Guides provide clarity and insight along the Path of Discernment to Holy Orders.
Rector’s Guide PDF
Dean’s Guide PDF
Parish Discernment Committee PDF
Ordination Preparation Team Guide
Ordination Resource Videos
“My Experience Walking the Path of Discernment with My Rector” with the Rev. Jason Veach
The Rev. Jason Veach shares the key factors that made walking the Path of Discernment with his Rectors, Patrick Wildman and Trish Nelson of Christ Church Overland Park, a great experience.
“How to Develop a Leadership Culture in Your Church” with Bishop Todd Hunter
Bishop Todd Hunter shares 7 practical steps Rectors can take to develop leaders in their church.
“Qualities I’m Looking For in a Potential Ordinand” with the Rev. Patrick Wildman
The Rev. Patrick Wildman, Senior Pastor of Christ Church Overland Park, reveals the primary things he looks for when someone approaches him with a desire to pursue Holy Orders.
“How to Say ‘No’ to Someone Seeking Ordination” with the Rev. Patrick Wildman
It’s difficult for any Rector to say “no” to someone who believes they are called to Holy Orders. The Rev. Patrick Wildman, Senior Pastor of Christ Church Overland Park, shares the gentle way he’s learned to do it.