Nel, MalanScholtz, Eric2016-11-102016-11-102016-07-15Nel, M. & Scholtz, E., 2015, ‘Calling, is there anything special about it?’, HTS Teologiese Studies/ Theological Studies 72(4), a3183. http://dx.DOI. org/ 10.4102/hts.v72i4.3183.0259-9422 (print)2072-8050 (online)http://hdl.handle.net/2263/57881Within the Reformed tradition, ‘calling’ is a core concept. Often, this biblical verse is cited when a pastor is installed or a new candidate is ordained, ‘The one who calls you is faithful and he will do it’ (1 Th 5:24 NIV). It is also confessed within this tradition that all Christians are called to be faithful ministers of the graces of God in whatever profession they may serve. In some Presbyterian congregations, it is a practice to say at the baptism of a child, ‘This is your ordination to ministry’. This article focuses on what is meant by calling when we use it in so many ways and with so many meanings. The first part explores the use of the concept in church history by different scholars and leaders – like in the Reformation. The second part briefly explores the implications and impact of the calling of someone into full-time congregational ministry.en© 2016. The Authors. Licensee: AOSIS. This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution License.CallingChurch historyFull-time congregational ministryVocationTheology of workSpiritualityLife purposeTheology articles SDG-03SDG-03: Good health and well-beingTheology articles SDG-04SDG-04: Quality educationTheology articles SDG-08SDG-08: Decent work and economic growthArticle