Application Process
The process for certification for anyone applying for the PMA program involves two-steps—PMA Discovery and PMA Candidacy. There are separate applications required for each step. (Note: If you were accepted in the PMA program prior to May 1, 2006, you do not need to reapply.)
Application for Discovery Phase:
The first step in the PMA application process is to enroll in the PMA Discovery Phase and begin the educational process. During the Discovery Phase, the person will complete at least three of the six required courses, attend the annual PMA Convocations, and discern the calling to ministry. The PMA in the Discovery Phase will work closely with his/her mentor to discover his/her gifts and interests of ministry.
To enroll in the discovery phase, Application Forms 1 and 2 must be submitted to the Central States Synod Office. Form 1 is information on the applicant. Form 2 encompasses an endorsement by the individual’s pastor and congregation. There is no fee for this application.
Application for PMA Candidacy Phase:
Following successful completion of three of the six required courses (‘Old Testament’, “New Testament’, “Theology, Lutheran Confessions, and Polity’, ‘Christian Ethics’, ‘Worship’, or ‘Spiritual Care/Ministry’) the individual may apply for PMA Candidate status. The application process includes endorsement by the applicant’s pastor and congregational council. The application fee is $100. To apply for the Candidacy Phase, submit Form 3 and Form 4 to the Synod Office with the application fee.
If you have any questions about the application process, contact the PMA coordinator for your area ministry, which you may do through this e-mail address: pmat@csspma.org
