The Commission on Preparation for Ministry (CPM) is governed by the Book of Order(G-3.0307) and guides, nurtures, and oversees the process of preparing one to become a minister. The Commission has oversight of all inquirers and candidates, receives inquirers, and makes recommendations to the Presbytery on those to become candidates, holds annual consultations, and certifies candidates ready for ordination as a minister with the authority to:
To learn more about the CPM, please see pages 12-13 of the
PEVA Manual of Administrative Operations.
CPM Members
Rev. Emma Ouelette, Class of 2024, Moderator
Rev. Dr. Jeffrey Bell - (Transitions)
Rev. Michelle Burcher "Mike", Class of 2024
Elder Karen Harris (First Presbyterian Church, Virginia Beach), Class of 2026
Elder Charlie Reece (KirkWood Presbyterian Church), Class of 2025
Elder Judi Rogers (Great Bridge Presbyterian Church), Class of 2024
Elder Q. John Tamm (Stated Clerk), Ex Officio
Rev. Dr. Brian J. Wells, Class of 2026
Rev. Andrew Whitehead, Class of 2025
Office Hours
Monday - Friday 9AM-5 PM
Phone 757-397-7063
Fax 757-397-7246
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