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The PC(USA) & The Synod of Living Waters

Holston Presbytery

a middle governing body of the PC(USA)
1415 Waverly Road · Kingsport, TN 37664
Phone: (423) 247-6178 · Fax: (815) 550-2780
Toll Free: (888) 674-0009

Commissioned Lay Pastors

The commissioned lay pastor is an elder of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), who is granted a local commission by the presbytery to lead worship and preach the gospel, watch over the people, and provide for their nurture and service. This commission is valid only in one or more congregations, new church development, or other validated ministries of the presbytery designated by the presbytery.

Such an elder is selected by and receives training approved by the presbytery. The elder shall be instructed in Bible, Reformed Theology and Sacraments, Presbyterian Polity, preaching, leading worship, pastoral care, and teaching.

The elder shall be examined by the appropriate committee of presbytery as to personal faith, motives for seeking the commission, and the areas of instruction mentioned previously.

Current IRS Mileage Rate

Effective July 1, 2008, the standard IRS rate for mileage reimbursement will be .585 per mile.



CLP Requirements

Requirements for Commissioned Lay Pastors. Please select the above link for more…



CLP Application and Registration Forms

CLP Application and Registration Forms. Please select the above link for more…



CLP Second Level Training

CLP Second Level Training. Please select the above link for more…