Call Process

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When a pastor announces her/his resignation it usually comes as a surprise. Often it is an unwanted surprise, particulary when the pastor is well-liked and has performed and effective ministry.

There is a lot of information in the Call Process Manual, and it may seem a little overwhelming at first! Start by familiarizing yourself with the Table of Contents and then review the Overview of the Call Process (Section 1 b) and the Sample Timeline for the Call Process (Section 1 c).

Members of the Congregational Council should review the Table of Contents and Sections 1-6.
Members of the Call Committee should review the Table of Contents and Sections 1, 3 and 4.
The Chairperson of Council and the Chairperson of the Call Committee should review the entire manual.

Remember, if you have any questions about the manual or about the process, please contact rhepomaki [at] elcic [dot] ca (Rev Riitta Hepomaki) at the Synod Office.

Call Process Manual Appendices

1a) Liturgy for Departure

1b) Recognition of an Interim Pastor

1c) Rite of Farewell and Godspeed for an Interim Pastor

2) Congregational Mission Profile

3) Guidelines for Pastors in Staff Ministries

4) Guidelines for Related to Interim Pastoral Ministry

5) To Call a Pastor

6) Some Theological Considerations

7) Availability for Call Form

8a) Sample Letter - Releasing a Candidate after considering an Availability for call

8b) Sample Letter - Inviting a Candidate for an Interview