Forms for advancing to Candidacy
The forms on this page are used by Inquirers and their CPMs when a decision has been made to recommend the Inquirer be advanced by the presbytery to Candidate status.
You may access the PDF version of each form simply by clicking on the specific form designation. Once you begin completing a form, you should use “Save as …” to create a new file (e.g., “NameForm5A.pdf”).
Form 5A “Application to be enrolled by Presbytery as a Candidate” To be completed initially by the Inquirer seeking to be advanced to candidacy. The recommendations of the Session and the CPM along with the action taken by the presbytery are recorded on this form. Upon completion, the Stated Clerk of the presbytery sends the form to the Office of the General Assembly at the address indicated. (This form should be used by all presbyteries.)
Form 5B “Covenant Agreement and Candidate Release” A signed acknowledgement of the new covenant relationship entered into by the Candidate, the Session and the CPM. This release extends the understanding that permits the CPM to secure information necessary to make responsible decisions and recommendations.