Endorsement Essay

To be completed by the candidate for endorsement, before ELCA internship or supervised field experience

Download the 2011-2013 Endorsement Essay 

In the endorsement decision, the synod candidacy committee evaluates and affirms the candidate's continued growth in preparation for, and sense of call to, rostered ministry. A reflective essay and interview are included at this step as developmental goals are identified and personal, spiritual, and theological readiness are discussed. A positive endorsement enables a candidate to participate in an ELCA internship or supervised field experience.