A year and a half ago I started my official journey towards ordination when I received a positive entrance decision to begin candidacy. There are a few major interviews in this process, which I am thankful for. The screening, background checks, reflective essay writing, and interviews with various people help us to really think seriously … Continue reading Endorsement Interview
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Candidacy Retreat
It was just a month until I would start seminary, and I was heading off to a candidacy retreat with members of my synod and other candidates for ministry. The retreat was being held at the same place my entrance interview took place. Pulling up to the grounds after a few months away was interesting because … Continue reading Candidacy Retreat
Candidacy
The large grounds of the retreat center spread out before me as I exited my car on a cool April evening. I half-expected to hear the ringing of bells, but the only sound was the wind's soft breath through the trees. Walking up to the main building I felt curious about who else would be … Continue reading Candidacy
Emily McQuillan 