Confidential

Anglican Diocese of Newcastle

Final Reporting Form

from the Parish Priest to the Bishop

Candidate for Ordained Local Mission

Name of Candidate
Name of Parish Priest / Parish
Date of Final Report / Date of Proposed Ordination

1. Please describe the evidence of the candidate’s call to ordained ministry, including his/her understanding of the dual nature of personal call and the call of the Church:

2. Please describe the candidate’s understanding of the distinctive nature of ordained ministry, including his/her ability to conduct his/her personal life within the current expectations of the Church, and the candidate’s preparedness for a public and representative ministry:

3. Please evaluate the candidate’s understanding of and commitment to the missional taskof the Church in the local context of the Parish, including both the tasks of sharing the story of Jesus with others and working for social justice:

4. Please provide an assessment of thedeveloping maturity of the candidate as a follower of Christ, including his/her prayer life, study of the Bible and ongoing spiritual development:

5. Please describe the growth of the candidate during theBishop’s Certificate and Diploma, including his/herability to articulate examples of personal growth through studies and practical ministry experiences:

6. Please provide an assessment of the candidate’s ability to minister collaboratively within a Parish Ministry Team under your supervision:

7. Please assess the candidate’s awareness of the need for further formation, including the articulation of ongoing personal learning goals:

8. Please evaluate the growth of the candidate through the portfolio process, with specific examples:

9. Please describe the specific attendance pattern of the candidate at Parish Ministry Team meetings over the last three months (how many formal meetings have been held each month, how many have been attended by the candidate):

10. Please indicate whether the candidate is in a regular pattern of spiritual direction with a director outside of the parish:

11. Please indicate your assessment of whether the spouse/family (if relevant) of the candidateis/are supportive and prepared for the ordination of the candidate:

12. Please indicate your perception of the candidate’s understanding of, and commitment to the vision of Becoming Ministering Communities in Mission:

13. Please describe the specific areas of development, growth, experience or engagement required in the next six months:

14. Please provide your recommendation to the Bishop about the candidate's preparedness for ordination:

15. Please indicate whether the candidate has seen this report in its entirety:

Yes / No
  • Parish Priests are reminded to report in relation to candidates with reference to the competencies for ordained ministry determined by the Bishop.
  • Please ensure that your response to section 14 contains a specific recommendation.
  • Please show this report to the candidate before it is submitted.
  • This form should be submitted electronically to: