The Committee on Ministry seeks to care for both clergy and churches within the Presbytery.  The Committee is ready to help churches in transition, facing change, or experiencing conflict.  We encourage churches and clergy who might benefit from assistance to call the Chair of the Committee on Ministry to discuss their concerns. Chair: Rev. Dr. O. Morton Harris, First Presbyterian Church of Howard County. Ph:410.730.3545 ext.17 mharris@firstpreshc.org The Committee has created the following forms and policies to assist churches and clergy in their ministries:

COM Regional Teams

Forms

Sample Contracts

Interim Minister Contract

Stated Supply Contract

Temporary Supply Contract

Factoring Information           

Factoring Guide for Pastoral/Professional Positions   

Factoring FAQ's      

2010 Pastoral Salary Report     

Policies  

Sexual Misconduct Policy

Dissolution of Pastoral Relationships       

Leasing Worship Space

Validation of Ministries

Ministerial Ethics Guidelines    

Churches in Transition 

 Introduction and Overview

      Phase 1- Dissolution of the Pastoral Relationship

      Phase 2- Sessions Leadership During Transition

      Phase 3- Getting Organized and the Church Information Form

      Phase 4- Search and Call for New Pastor

      Phase 5- New Pastor Joins Congregation

Process Guides       

Search Committee Etiquette

Great Expectations Questions

Clearance Interview Procedures

Exit Interview Questions

Guidelines for Background Checks

Guidelines for Searching for an Interim Minister

Guidelines for Installation Service

Guidelines for Sessions and Pastors    

Guidelines for Continuing Education     

Guidelines for Sabbaticals     

Guidelines for Accountable Reimbursement Plans     

Guidelines for Examining Candidates for Elder and Deacon      

Guidelines for Housing Allowances and Manses    

Triennial Church Visits

All forms for Triennial Visits

Discussion Starters for Triennial Visits

Report of Triennial Visit Form