PDP - Professional Development Process
The PDP process provides an opportunity for pastors to reflect and set goals regarding their growth in ministry and life. The PDP process is required in order for pastors to be accredited with the BUV. The PDP Guidelines provide information about how the process operates and what is involved.
2008 SEMINARS!
See below for the list of seminar dates and locations. Download the form below to RSVP to the seminar most suited to you.
There is a maximum of 30 places per seminar so don't leave your registration to the last minute!
- Friday 20th June 1pm - 4pm Footscray Baptist Church
- Friday 18th July 1pm - 4pm Templestowe Baptist Church
- Saturday 9th August 9am - 12pm Mitcham Baptist Church
- Friday 12th September 1pm - 4pm Werribee Baptist Church
- Thursday 13th November 6pm - 9pm BUV (this seminar is for pastors from a non-English speaking background)
ACCREDITATION
PDP's must be submitted to the BUV office no later than Thursday 18th September, for inclusion in the October Gathering.
For additional information please contact:
PDP Co-ordinator PDP Administrator
Rev Ron Jessop Keralie Smith
0425 765 319 9880 6155
email email
PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS WORKSHOPS
Alan Marr presenting 'Dissent, Disagreement and Difficult Dynamics in Teams'
Saturday 31st May at the BUV Gathering - Mitcham Baptist Church
DOWNLOAD LINKS:
What is a PDP?
PDP Guidelines 2008
How do I register for a PDP seminar?
PDP RSVP Form
PDP forms
Professional Development Plan
Personal Development Plan
Annual Review
Second Annual Review
What information can I give my PDP Companion?
PDP Companion Guide
Professional Standards Article
Professional Development and Professional Standards:
'The Odd Couple in Baptist Ecclesiology' (in Ministry, Society and Theology Vol 19, No 2 July 2005)
Download Article
For notes from previous approved Professional Development workshops, see the 'Resources & Seminars' page.
Helpful Documents
Burnout Survey.doc
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