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Readiness for Entering Vocational Ministry (REVM) Retreat
The process of preparation for professional spiritual leadership in MCC begins with this guided spiritual retreat opportunity.  REVM is offered semi-annually and provides the venue to meet with others who sense a similar calling to vocational ministry.  REVM offers an explanation of the process for preparation for ministry, overview of the core characteristics of a ministry vocation in MCC, initial psychological testing, development of a Ministry Action Plan (MAP) for ministry preparation, and a time of connection with mentors and others who have served in ministerial roles within MCC.

The REVM staff will provide each participant with an assessment of readiness to begin the process of preparation for ministry in MCC.  This assessment will be used for ongoing discernment and for review by the participant and the participant’s supervisor and endorsing body.

Available REVM Events

Readiness for Entering Vocational Ministry (REVM) in MCC
Begins July 13th at 7:00 PM – noon July 17th
Location: Mt. Olivet Retreat Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Lead Facilitator:  Reverend Robert Griffin
Required Texts: Soul Feast: An Invitation to the Christian Spiritual Life by Marjorie Thompson and The Long Loneliness by Dorothy Day 
Description:  Who should attend?  Anyone prepared to enter ministry in the MCC.  In order to attend, one must first receive a letter of recommendation for a MCC Pastor. If a MCC or MCC Pastor is not available, a person may seek a recommendation from the Regional Elder serving that geographical area.  Additional, prior to attending, one must complete Psychological Testing.  Due to the cost of this test, local churches are asked to consider cover ½ the cost of this test.  All documentation must be in to the Office of Clergy Development by June 30th. Registration fee for the REVM Retreat is $500.00 (includes meals and room). Please contact Reverend Robert Griffin at RevRobertGriffin@MCCchurch.net for more information.

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REVM Cohort Reunion (Lancaster, PA & Fort Lauderdale, FL)
Begins July 13th at 7:00 PM – noon July 17th
Location: Mt. Olivet Retreat Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Lead Facilitator:  Reverend Dr. Mona West
Required Texts:  Under the Unpredictable Plant: An Exploration in Vocational Holiness, by Eugene H. Peterson, Eerdmans 1992 and The Long Loneliness by Dorothy Day
Description:  Who should attend? Anyone that is has received In Care Status with MCC.  Registration fee for the REVM Reunion is $500.00 (includes meals and room).  Please contact Reverend Robert Griffin at RevRobertGriffin@MCCchurch.net for more information.

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Anticipated Events 

2008 - REVM Australia, REVM Africa, and REVM England (UK) 

2009 REVM (USA)
Scheduled for July 22nd – 26th.  Slated to be held at The Cathedral Center of St. Paul Retreat Center, Los Angeles, CA.  More information will be forthcoming.

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