Resources for Clergy
About Clergy Resources
Clergy throughout our Indiana Conference worship and work together in response to our call to connect, innovate, and impact ministry with local and global communities by making disciples of Christ for the transformation of the world.
Clergy Resources is a place for clergy in every stage of professional development. Here you will find information and education to help you serve in your ministry context.
Our Goals
Connect
Equip leaders with education, resources, and information so that they might connect others. We take our example from Christ, who taught us that striving together produces a richer harvest.
Innovate
Foster successful risk-taking through adaptable tools, resources, and language. We are called right here, right now, which means we seek new ways to be relevant to those we serve.
Impact
Celebrate the diverse ways clergy make a difference for Christ in our communities. We develop clergy who engage in effective ministry across a wide range of ministry focuses and contexts.
Areas of Focus
Continuing Education
To sustain vitality, creativity, and impact, leaders need encouragement. We are here to walk alongside you, whether you have been a follower of Christ for 10 minutes, a lifetime, or somewhere in between. Our team provides funds and opportunities to assist in your Christian leadership journey.
Pension and Benefits
Your emotional, physical, and spiritual health matter. Explore ways we can help you meet your goals and access your benefits for both holistic and financial health.
Entering Ministry
All disciples of Christ are called to ministry. We understand some are called to a formal response through licensed or ordained ministry, while others are called into lay ministry (responding to God in other ways). If you are newly responding to a call from God to step up your leadership, we’re here to help you discern how to respond.
Discipleship
Choosing to be a follower of Christ makes you a disciple. The cornerstone of the Church’s work is engaging in both tending your own growth as a disciple and supporting others who are discovering and responding to Christ. Our resources support you and those who look to you for discipling leadership.
Administration and Forms
We are Methodists, which means that there is a process and a method for communicating and connecting across our Conference and the wider Connection. Explore our leadership development forms and instructions that clarify and simplify our communication and resourcing process.
Clergy Care
Clergy friend, we care about you. We care about your physical, mental, and spiritual health. Clergy care is a place where you can learn to improve your health— and receive assistance when you need help finding your path to good health.
Events
Loving Learning Leading
Zionsville UMC, 9644 Whitestown Rd., Zionsville, IN, 46077, United StatesSeptember 27, 2023 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (ET) September 28, 2023 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (ET) Location: Livestream or In-person at Zionsville UMC, 9644 Whitestown Rd, Zionsville IN […]
Epworth Forest’s 100-year Anniversary Celebration
IN, United StatesContacts: Chris Kindlesparger at chris.kindlesparger@impact2818.com Peggy Nunley at peggy.nunley@inumc.org
Central District Lay Servant Academy
Castleton UMC, 7101 Shadeland Ave, Indianapolis, IN, 46256, United StatesClick here to find more information.
West District Lay Servant Academy
Memorial UMC 2701 Poplar Street, Terre Haute, IN, United StatesClick here for details and registration!
East District LSA Ministries Leading Worship
Parker City UMC 305 S Main Street, Parker City, IN, United StatesClick here for details and registration!
North District Lay School Academy
North District Lay School Academy September 10, 17, 24 and October 1, 2023, 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (CT) Hebron UMC, 202 W Church Street, Hebron IN Click here to […]
Pastoral Academy for Missional Excellence
The Pastoral Academy for Missional Excellence (PAME) is a two year opportunity for ministerial development. PAME equips pastors to be effective, missional leaders. The Academy covers a wide range of […]
Northwest District Called to Preach Hybrid
Northwest District Called to Preach Hybrid This event has multiple dates** October 7 & 21, 2023 from 9:15 am to 12:15 pm (ET) via Zoom and October 28, 2023 from […]
Northwest District Called to Preach Hybrid
IN, United StatesNorthwest District Called to Preach Hybrid This event has multiple dates** October 7 & 21, 2023 from 9:15 am to 12:15 pm (ET) via Zoom and October 28, 2023 from […]
Annual Conference Sessions Committee
The Annual Conference Sessions Committee works in cooperation with The Resident Bishop in preparing for the Annual Conference gathering. For inquiries, please contact ruthellen.needer@inumc.org
Course of Study Fall 2023
University of Indianapolis, 1400 E. Hanna Ave., Indianapolis, IN, United StatesFirst Session: September 8 & 9 Middle Session: October 14 Closing Session: November 11
East District Lay Servant Ministries From Your Heart to Theirs – Delivering an Effective Sermon (Preaching)
Parker City UMC 305 S Main Street, Parker City, IN, United StatesClick here to view full details and register!
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 |
| 2024 Comparison Guide | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | Tools and Forms | tools-and-forms |
| 2024 Rates Page | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | Tools and Forms | tools-and-forms |
| Abuse Awareness Glossary | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | Tools & Assessments | tools-assessments |
| 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 Provisional Membership | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Appointment to an Extension Ministry | Bishop, Clergy Resources | Clergy Reporting & Assessments | clergy-reporting-assessments |
| Benefits Information Contact List | Clergy Resources | Tools & Assessments | tools-assessments |
| Called to Fruitfulness | Clergy Resources | Grants | grants |
| Candidacy Mentor Report | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Certified Candidates | Clergy Resources | ||
| Certified Lay Minister (CLM) Conference Superintendent & District Committee on Ministry (dCOM) Recommendation for Certification & Recertification | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Charge Conference Appendix | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | Tools & Assessments | tools-assessments |
| Clergy Care Services | Clergy Resources | Tools & Assessments | tools-assessments |
| Clergy Coaching | Clergy Resources | Tools & Assessments | tools-assessments |
| Clergy Retirement Security Program (CRSP) at a Glance | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | 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 |
| Declaration of Candidacy Charge Conference Recommendation | 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 |
| Enrolling into Virgin Pulse | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | Tools and Forms | tools-and-forms |
| Equitable Compensation | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Resources, Clergy Support | ||
| Extension Ministries Letter 2023 | Bishop, Clergy Resources | Clergy Reporting & Assessments | clergy-reporting-assessments |
| Flexible Spending Accounts- Health Care and Dependent Care | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | Tools and Forms | tools-and-forms |
| Form 102 Biographical Information | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Form 102s Biographical Statement Short Form | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Form 103 Medical Summary 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 Notarized Disclosure | 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 Authorization for Release of Information | Clergy Resources | Clergy Reporting & Assessments, Systems & Structures, Tools & Assessments | clergy-reporting-assessments systems-structures tools-assessments |
| Form ACOR Application for Group Candidacy | Clergy Resources | Certifications & Formal Education, Clergy Reporting & Assessments, Systems & Structures | certifications-formal-education clergy-reporting-assessments systems-structures |
| Form B Financial Information Worksheet | 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 PDIS Personal Data Inventory Short Form | Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| 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 |
| Guide to Accessing your HealthFlex through Benefits Access | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | Tools & Assessments | tools-assessments |
| HealthFlex Mandatory Premium and Coverage Waiver Form | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | Tools & Assessments | tools-assessments |
| HRA FAQ Sheet | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | Tools and Forms | tools-and-forms |
| 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 | ||
| Lincoln Life and AD&D | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | Tools and Forms | tools-and-forms |
| Lincoln Life Enrollment Form | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | Tools and Forms | tools-and-forms |
| Local Church | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | ||
| 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 |
| MinistrySafe | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | Tools & Assessments | tools-assessments |
| Moving Policy/Practices | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Resources | Systems & Structures | systems-structures |
| Non-Coersion Medicare Letter | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | Tools & Assessments | tools-assessments |
| Participants Nearing Medicare Eligibility- Age 65 or Medicare Disabled Considerations for HSA Plans | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | Tools and Forms | tools-and-forms |
| 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 |
| Provisional Candidates | Clergy Resources | ||
| 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 |
| Steps to Retire Checklist | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | 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 |
| UMPIP at a Glance | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | Tools & Assessments | tools-assessments |
| UMPIP Educational Slides | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | Tools and Forms | tools-and-forms |
| Voluntary Life and AD&D | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | Tools and Forms | tools-and-forms |
| Wespath: HealthFlex – Plan Comparisons 2023 | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | Tools & Assessments | tools-assessments |
| Wespath: HealthFlex Health Savings Account (HSA) Plans | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | Tools & Assessments | tools-assessments |
| Wespath: HealthFlex New Enrollment or Change Form | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | Tools & Assessments | tools-assessments |
| Wespath: HealthFlex Well-Being Programs FAQ’s | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | Tools & Assessments | tools-assessments |
| Wespath: Virgin Pulse – Physical Activity Program | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | Tools & Assessments | tools-assessments |
| Wespath: Virgin Pulse Wellness Credits | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | Tools & Assessments | tools-assessments |
| What Are Defined Contribution and Defined Benefit Pension Plans? | Admin & Financial Services, Clergy Support | Webinars & Educational Videos | webinars-educational-videos |
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