Competencies for Ordination to the Priesthood
Competencies for Ordination to the Priesthood in the Anglican Church of Canada outlines the core proficiencies expected of those preparing for priestly ministry. It describes five areas of competency—personal and spiritual formation, Christian heritage and Anglican identity, cultural and social context, capacity for leadership and skills for teaching and learning. Together, these competencies offer a shared framework to guide discernment, formation and ongoing growth for those called to priestly leadership.
Available in English and French.
Best suited for: postulants and candidates for ordination, theological educators, diocesan formation committees, clergy mentors and bishops seeking a shared framework for preparation, discernment and ongoing development in priestly ministry.
