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The Pastoral Development Ministry provides periodic seminars, workshops and training that may be used for continuing education opportunities for ministers. Listed below are upcoming events as well as resources related to past events.
February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. (central). Register in advance for this meeting:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
September 3, 10, 17, 24, October 1; 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. (central) Register in advance for this meeting:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
January 23, 2024; 10:00 a.m. (central) – Register Here
January 25, 2024; 6:00 p.m. (central) – Register Here
April 23, 2024; 10:00 a.m. (central) – Register Here
April 25, 2024; 6:00 p.m. (central) – Register Here
July 23, 2024; 10:00 a.m. (central) – Register Here
July 25, 2024; 6:00 p.m. (central) – Register Here
October 22, 2024; 10:00 a.m. (central) – Register Here
October 24, 2024; 6:00 p.m. (central) – Register Here
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Visit the Cumberland Reflections webpage to view past presentations and round table discussions.
The 191st General Assembly affirmed the need for Cumberland Presbyterian ministers to complete six (6) Continuing Education Units (CEUs) every two (2) years. CEUs can be earned in a variety of ways and does not require approval ahead of time – “the 191st General Assembly approve that Continuing Education Units (CEUs) can be earned by participating in any event/seminar related to ministry(including degree programs).” (2022 General Assembly Minutes, page 137).
In addition, CEUs are to be report annually to the presbytery’s Committee on the Ministry/Preparation. To assist in this effort, below is a form that can be downloaded and used to report to presbyteries. There is also a link to an online form that can be used for recording CEUs. Presbytery committees can contact the PDMT office for a report of their ministers.
The Pastoral Development Ministry provides periodic seminars, workshops and training that may be used for continuing education opportunities for ministers. Listed below are upcoming events as well as resources related to past events.
Ministry is learned in real time—through worship, sacraments, leadership, and the care of people.
From Call to Care is a year-long mentoring experience designed to support newly ordained clergy as they move from theological formation into the lived realities of congregational ministry. Registration for the program is required. There is no cost to participate.
September 3, 10, 17, 24, Oct. 1 – 10:00 a.m. (Central) –
The gatherings are designed for participants to exchange information, share ideas, ask questions, and support each other in our shared ministries. They will be CENTRAL time zone and last approximately one hour. They will be offered twice a quarter in order to accommodate a variety of schedules. Registration is required. Once you have registered, you will receive an email with information on how to join the meeting.
July 14, 2026, 10:00 a.m. –
Jul 16, 2026, 6:00 p.m. –
Oct. 13, 2026, 10:00 a.m. –
Oct. 15, 2026, 6:00 p.m. –
Tax Information for Clergy – Ryan Burge, CPA (sponsored webinar by Thrivent)
Tax Tips for Ministers and Church Workers
For additional tax and financial webinars visit their website
The Pastor’s Wallet – a personal finance blog for pastors. The Pastor’s Wallet was created to equip pastors to master their finances. Through free resources, blogs, and short video Q&As, The Pastor’s Wallet can become a valuable resource in your toolkit. Download the free “Pocket Guide to the Housing Allowance.”
Tax Information for Clergy – Randall Rhoads, Cerran Enterprises
Restructuring Clergy Compensation – Tax Smart Structuring
Tax Information for Clergy – Rev. Mark Hester (2023)
Tax Information for Clergy – Fouts and Morgan (2021)
View past presentations and round table discussions.
The 191st General Assembly affirmed the need for Cumberland Presbyterian ministers to complete six (6) Continuing Education Units (CEUs) every two (2) years. CEUs can be earned in a variety of ways and does not require approval ahead of time – “the 191st General Assembly approve that Continuing Education Units (CEUs) can be earned by participating in any event/seminar related to ministry(including degree programs).” (2022 General Assembly Minutes, page 137).
In addition, CEUs are to be report annually to the presbytery’s Committee on the Ministry/Preparation. To assist in this effort, below is a form that can be downloaded and used to report to presbyteries. There is also a link to an online form that can be used for recording CEUs. Presbytery committees can contact the PDMT office for a report of their ministers.
