Could you accompany someone on their Vocational Exploration?
Would you be willing to give the time to journey with someone considering the call to Ordained Ministry?
We are seeking to recruit volunteers as Accompanists to all people exploring vocation and candidates for Ordained Ministry from across the Methodist Connexion.
An accompanist provides an ongoing relationship, conversation and reflection space, is alert to and sensitive to cultural differences and will seek to affirm the person throughout the processes whatever the outcome.
What skills will you need?
You should be:
Skilled in helping others reflect on their experience
Familiar with the wide range of ministries in the church, including ordained ministries; (training and guidance will be given)
Sensitive to the variety of people and cultures within the current Methodist Church;
Have time to spend with those on a vocational journey.
What is the process of appointment as an accompanist?
Review the Gifts and Graces of an accompanist and in prayer ask: “is this for you?”