Continuation in Probationary Membership.--To be continued as probationary members, certified persons shall annually participate in and report continuing education that is determined in consultation with their mentor and district superintendent, and shall submit a written self-reflective statement about their ministry annually to the Board of Ordained Ministry. Probationary membership shall be for a maximum of eight years. In a case clearly recognized as exceptional, the board, by three-fourths vote, may recommend an extension beyond these limits, which may be approved by a three-fourths vote of the clergy members in full connection present and voting; provided, however, that no candidates shall be continued on probation beyond the eighth regular conference session following their admission to probationary membership.
General Conference Webmaster: Susan Brumbaugh
PETS Creator: John Brawn
Petition Text: 22989-MN-320-D
1996 United Methodist General Conference