This is dangerous for they may attract the wrong person and not realize it until they ve already gotten married. It s best to be completely open and honest, trusting that God has already found the person. You just have to open the door. The way a Pastor Nominating Committee describes who they want to lead their ministry is important. When asked about individual experiences with the call process, folks interviewed were very appreciative of help from presbyteries.
Every presbytery has a different process.
I was totally confused and had been spoken to by presbyteries all over this country. This one seemed to know the dance card. I spoke with your Stated Clerk Karen Kostelac on numerous occasions before my arrival. I came from a very large presbytery. She handled the confusion and transition with aplomb.