Posts tagged ‘Clergy’

Midwinter Downloads (2012)

Downloads and material from the Midwinter Conference of the Evangelical Covenant Church (2012) can be downloaded using the links below. There were multiple round table discussions focused on various ministry areas available during Midwinter. Download the pdf to view notes from these small group lunch time conversations. Continue Reading »

Pastoral Compensation Report

The Pastoral Compensation Report exists to disseminate minimum salary guidelines and to encourage churches to improve compensation where warranted. This report focuses on internal and external data, additional resource materials, and revision of the minimum guidelines. Specific application of this information requires interpretation and adjustment depending on the specifics of the local church situation.
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Guest and Supply Preaching List (2011)

This resource is provided in an effort to allow Covenanters to experience the wealth of Christian insight provided by the preaching gifts of women clergy. If you need assistance finding other names, please contact the Department of the Ordered Ministry at ministry(at)covchurch.org or at (773) 583-3211. Continue Reading »

Housing the Sacred

Housing the Sacred reflects veteran Covenant pastor Glen Wiberg’s high understanding of the sermon and liturgy – the space created by language for the sacred, where people are transformed as they encounter God. Challenging pastors to approach the task of preaching with respect and humility, Wiberg offers insights into the creative and intellectual process of developing a sermon, including the various steps along with a sample of his own work. Continue Reading »

Midwinter Downloads (2011)

Downloads and material from the Midwinter Conference of the Evangelical Covenant Church (2011) can be downloaded using the links below. Continue Reading »

Prayers Public and Personal

This book by Arthur A.R. Nelson is an invaluable resource for pastors as they minister to individuals in times of pain and grief, and in times of significance and celebration. This small volume is designed to be carried during visitation to hospital and home, and includes prayers for a multitude of unique pastoral situations, Scripture passages, and selected services from The Covenant Book of Worship.
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Women Ministries Bulletin Inserts

These bulletin inserts are available for printing and distributing in your church. Inserts include the 2011 Annual Project, information on the book Balcony Women from the Women’s History Commission, and an announcement about the availability of the AVA Online Tutorial, launched in early 2011. Continue Reading »

Final Ordination/Commissioning/Transfer Paper

Those seeking ordination, commissioning, or transfer of ordination must complete this paper.
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Criminal Record Screening Forms

A criminal record screening background check must be completed by everyone seeking credentials in the Covenant Church. It is also required for those who wish to be on the denomination’s Open to Call List. Continue Reading »

Revised Common Lectionary

The Revised Common Lectionary is a listing of readings from the Bible for use in worship which allows us to follow the liturgical year with its pattern of observances of festivals and seasons.
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