Residents in Ministry (RIM)

Rim Process Overview
2009- 2010

Gwen Bortner – Chair

Carl Thomas – Co-chair

Board of Ordained Ministry

Changes from the RIM Advisory Task Force

As a result of a meeting with the residents and selected members of the BOOM Executive Committee in Spring of 2009, an Advisory Task Force (ATF) was formed. The ATF was composed of members of BOOM Exec, the RIM Committee, Mentors, recent Ordinands and Residents currently in process. During the course of discussion, the ATF formulated and presented a number of suggestions for improving the RIM Process to BOOM Exec. The overarching goal was to see the process transform from what historically has been viewed as a “series of hoops” to a time for each resident to be encouraged, nurtured and supported in their movement from readiness to effectiveness in ministry in the context of his/her appointment.

The following document (Residents in Ministry Process Goals and Guidelines) is what has been agreed upon by BOOM Exec as steps toward moving the process closer toward that overarching goal. It is also acknowledged that this continues to be a work in progress and the changes implemented this year will be evaluated at the conclusion of this process year by both the ATF and BOOM Exec. As such, additional changes to the process may continue to be implemented in subsequent years as deemed necessary. Many of the process requirements remain the same, but where flexibility is possible, residents are encouraged to use this opportunity to tailor the requirements to enhance each individual’s goals for personal and professional growth.

Download Residents in Ministry Process Goals and Guidelines here. (PDF file*)

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