Clergy Care
For we are what God has made us, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand to be our way of life. (NIV)
Your Ministry Matters
Together we respond to God’s call to care for people through the Indiana Conference of the United Methodist Church. Together we work to bring the redeeming news of Christ’s love to everyone.
You are a valued part of our together. The resources provided here are available to you for the purpose of encouraging and supporting your sustained ministry.
Thank you for all the ways you serve.
Key Ministry Resources
Coaching for Excellence
Partnering for the purpose of maximizing your personal and professional potential.
Pension and Benefits
The Indiana Conference values the future financial security and well-being of its members.
Pastoral Conversations
Clergy and family members can take advantage of free, pastoral conversations regarding any issue or personal need.
Resources
| Title | Ministry Category | Resource Type | hf:tax:resource_types |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Lay Servant Academy Dates | Clergy Resources | ||
| 2023 Recommended Movers List | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| 2023 Retiree Move Info | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Annual Statement of Loyalty from Ministers from other Christian Denominations and Lay Persons Serving in Supply Status | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Application for Church Assignment / Appointment Indiana Conference of The United Methodist Church | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Application for Full Membership and Ordination | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Application for Group Candidacy Orientation Retreat | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Application for Provisional Membership | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Appointment to an Extension Ministry | Bishop, Clergy Resources | Clergy Reporting & Assessments | clergy-reporting-assessments |
| Authorization for Release of Information | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Benefits Information Contact List | Clergy Resources | Tools & Assessments | tools-assessments |
| Biographical Information | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Biographical Information – Short Form | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Called to Fruitfulness | Clergy Resources | Grants | grants |
| Candidacy Mentor Report | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Certified Lay Minister (CLM) Conference Superintendent & District Committee on Ministry (dCOM) Recommendation for Certification & Recertification | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Clergy Care Services | Clergy Resources | Tools & Assessments | tools-assessments |
| Clergy Coaching | Clergy Resources | Tools & Assessments | tools-assessments |
| Coaching | Clergy Resources | ||
| Course of Study | Clergy Resources | Online Training / Courses | online-training-courses |
| Course of Study Exemption Request | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| dCOM Training – Spring 2017 PowerPoint | Clergy Resources | ||
| dCOM Training – Spring 2018 PowerPoint | Clergy Resources | ||
| Declaration of Candidacy Charge Conference Recommendation | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Declaration of Candidacy for Ordained Ministry | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| District Committee Checklist for Ministers of Other Denomination – (OD) | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| District Committee on Ministry Action Report | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| District Committee on Ministry Application for Reinstatement of Certified Candidate | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| District Committee on Ministry Recommendation for Provisional or Associate Membership | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Employee Assistance Program | Clergy Resources | Tools & Assessments | tools-assessments |
| Equitable Compensation | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Resources, Clergy Support | ||
| Extension Ministries Letter 2023 | Bishop, Clergy Resources | Clergy Reporting & Assessments | clergy-reporting-assessments |
| Financial Information Worksheet | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Financial Information Worksheet | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Form 103 Medical Report | Clergy Resources | Clergy Reporting & Assessments, Systems & Structures, Tools & Assessments | clergy-reporting-assessments systems-structures tools-assessments |
| Form 103 Physical Form | Clergy Resources | Clergy Reporting & Assessments, Systems & Structures, Tools & Assessments | clergy-reporting-assessments systems-structures tools-assessments |
| Form 104a | Clergy Resources | Clergy Reporting & Assessments, Systems & Structures, Tools & Assessments | clergy-reporting-assessments systems-structures tools-assessments |
| Form 104b | Clergy Resources | Clergy Reporting & Assessments, Systems & Structures, Tools & Assessments | clergy-reporting-assessments systems-structures tools-assessments |
| Form 104c | Clergy Resources | Clergy Reporting & Assessments, Systems & Structures, Tools & Assessments | clergy-reporting-assessments systems-structures tools-assessments |
| Form 114 Disclosure Form | Clergy Resources | Clergy Reporting & Assessments, Systems & Structures, Tools & Assessments | clergy-reporting-assessments systems-structures tools-assessments |
| Form 117 Local Church Support | Clergy Resources | Clergy Reporting & Assessments, Systems & Structures, Tools & Assessments | clergy-reporting-assessments systems-structures tools-assessments |
| Form A Annual Mentor Report | Clergy Resources | Clergy Reporting & Assessments, Systems & Structures, Tools & Assessments | clergy-reporting-assessments systems-structures tools-assessments |
| Form ACA Application for Church Appointment | Clergy Resources | Clergy Reporting & Assessments, Systems & Structures, Tools & Assessments | clergy-reporting-assessments systems-structures tools-assessments |
| Form ACF Release of Information | Clergy Resources | Clergy Reporting & Assessments, Systems & Structures, Tools & Assessments | clergy-reporting-assessments systems-structures tools-assessments |
| Form B Financial Report | Clergy Resources | Clergy Reporting & Assessments, Systems & Structures, Tools & Assessments | clergy-reporting-assessments systems-structures tools-assessments |
| Form BC1 Supervisor Request for Background check | Clergy Resources | Clergy Reporting & Assessments, Systems & Structures, Tools & Assessments | clergy-reporting-assessments systems-structures tools-assessments |
| Form BC2 Applicant Background check Information Form | Clergy Resources | Clergy Reporting & Assessments, Systems & Structures, Tools & Assessments | clergy-reporting-assessments systems-structures tools-assessments |
| Form PDI Personal Data inventory | Clergy Resources | Clergy Reporting & Assessments, Systems & Structures, Tools & Assessments | clergy-reporting-assessments systems-structures tools-assessments |
| Form RSF Release of Supervisory Files | Clergy Resources | Clergy Reporting & Assessments, Systems & Structures, Tools & Assessments | clergy-reporting-assessments systems-structures tools-assessments |
| Form S Statement of Loyalty for OD and OM Status | Clergy Resources | Clergy Reporting & Assessments, Systems & Structures, Tools & Assessments | clergy-reporting-assessments systems-structures tools-assessments |
| Form SY Serving in Supply Agreement | Clergy Resources | Clergy Reporting & Assessments, Systems & Structures, Tools & Assessments | clergy-reporting-assessments systems-structures tools-assessments |
| Indiana Conference of the United Methodist Church Minister’s Moving Report Form | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Interview Guideline for Staff Parish Committees when Interviewing a Candidate for Ministry | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Licensing School | Clergy Resources | ||
| Local Church Support for Certified Candidate | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Local Pastors – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures, Tools & Assessments | systems-structures tools-assessments |
| Medical Summary Report of Ministerial Candidate | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| MEF Grant Application | Clergy Resources | Grants | grants |
| Member Resources | Clergy Resources | Boards & Committees | boards-committees |
| Ministers of Other Methodist Denominations (OM) Checklist | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Moving Policy/Practices | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Notarized Disclosure Form | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Pastor/Church Agreement Parsonage Condition | Clergy Resources, Clergy Support | Boards & Committees, Clergy Reporting & Assessments, Tools and Forms | boards-committees clergy-reporting-assessments tools-and-forms |
| Personal Data Inventory | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Personal Data Inventory – Short Form | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Retired Clergy Annual Report | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Resources, Clergy Support | Clergy Reporting & Assessments, Tools and Forms | clergy-reporting-assessments tools-and-forms |
| Self-Help/Self-Exploration Articles | Clergy Resources | Tools & Assessments | tools-assessments |
| Small Group and Individuals Bible Study | Clergy Resources | Tools & Assessments | tools-assessments |
| the Indiana Conference of the United Methodist Church Release of Information (Supervisory File) | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Therapeutic Counseling | Clergy Resources | Tools & Assessments | tools-assessments |