Below are resources and guiding documents designed to assist with the day to day administration and leadership of congregations.
If you have a specific need that cannot be found below, please feel free to call or email the synod office for assistance
If you have a specific need that cannot be found below, please feel free to call or email the synod office for assistance
Clergy Absences
- Pulpit Supply List May
- Pulpit Supply Guidelines
- Synodically Authorized Ministers (SAMs)
- Congregations Seeking Rostered Leaders
Clergy Transitions
Annual Documents
- 2024 Christmas Message
- Mission Intent Form
- Annual Report to the Bishop
- Parochial Report A/C (Due 2/15)
- Bishop's Annual Report
Congregational Council Tools
Area Ministry Strategies
Some congregations have discovered that collaborating with neighboring churches to develop Area Ministry Strategies, gives them the resources and energy needed to serve in ministry in creative, sustainable ways.
If your congregation is interested in learning more about this process, please contact the NW Synod's Director of Evangelical Mission, Rev. Diane House.
If your congregation is interested in learning more about this process, please contact the NW Synod's Director of Evangelical Mission, Rev. Diane House.
