Ordination exams: “The time for review is now.”
Rob Lowry, the chair of the Presbyteries’ Cooperative Committee for the Examination of Candidates, writes about revamping the PC(USA) ordination process.
PC(USA) leadership apologizes for harm caused by exam, believed it was defensible
In their annual meeting, the Presbyteries’ Cooperative Committee on Examinations acknowledges the impact of using Judges 19 for the January 2023 exegesis exam.
A case for using violent biblical texts
Old Testament Professor Eric A. Seibert encourages pastors and lay leaders to redeem violent Bible verses by using them responsibly in church.
The Bible can cause harm
Elana Keppel Levy argues that Scripture is holy, but it needs to be applied wisely. And the January 2023 ordination exam was not the time, place or method to address the violent themes of Judges 19.
Ordination exam controversy to be publicly discussed in March meeting
The Presbyteries’ Cooperative Committee on Examinations for Candidates announced details for their March meeting, including a livestream link and proposed statement for candidates to sign before taking their exegesis exam.
Ordination exam controversy raises broader issues
Reporter Erin Dunigan speaks with two ordained women with differing opinions on the selection of Judges 19 for the January exegesis exam.
When accountability is needed, Presbyterian governance can diffuse responsibility
Between convoluted committees and social media noise, it is hard to have an honest conversation about accountability, writes Grace Presbytery Stated Clerk Kyle Walker. And following the selection of Judges 19 for January’s exegesis exam, we need to have that conversation.
Do away with blind readers for PC(USA) ordination exams
Looking at the Book of Order, Paul Hooker argues that the PC(USA) over-emphasizes written ordination exams. His solution? Localize and personalize the grading.
PC(USA) administrators respond to public outcry after “text of terror” is selected for Hebrew exegesis exam
Presbyteries’ Cooperative Committee on Examinations for Candidates will join a meeting of the Association of Mid Council Leaders on Wednesday, Feb. 8 to discuss their selection of Judges 19, “The Levite’s Concubine.”
