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- Before being able to be declared Certified Ready to Be Examined for a Call, all Candidates will have to successfully pass the five standard ordination exams required by the denomination. The video below provides an introduction to the Standard Ordination Exams by Rev. Dr. Timothy Cargal, Manager, Preparation for Ministry & Examinations, with the Presbyterian Church (USA).
- The Bible Content Exam (BCE) is often the first exam to be taken by Inquirers or Candidates. In the video below, Rev. Dr. Timothy Cargal, offers and Introduction specifically to the Bible Content Exam. He describes the exams unique characteristics and offers ideas for preparation to take the BCE.
- The Senior Exams are generally taken after an Inquirer or Candidate has entered their final year in seminary. Rev. Dr. Timothy Cargal provides an introduction to the four Senior Exams...Worship and Sacraments, Reformed Theology, Polity, and Biblical Exegesis.
- Often the biggest obstacle for Candidates successfully passing their exam is that the readers deem they have not fully answered the question. Rev. Tim Cargal offers tips on overcoming this obstacle by "Exegeting" and exam question.
- Here are some general tips from Rev. Dr. Tim Cargal for being successful in taking your Senior Ordination Exams.