Church Administration and Management

Information included here is designed to assist administrators, clergy, wardens, vestry members and others involved in church administration and management.

Resources from the Dec. 2, 2006, Vestry Workshop
See also resources for wardens and vestry members and resources for parish treasurers

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

Please see my attached letter regarding the 2008 pledge to the diocese, as well as the accompanying giving form. I rejoice in your commitment to the work of this diocese and our shared ministry with one another.

A blessed Thanksgiving to you all,

In Christ’s Peace, Power and Love,

The Rt. Rev. John Bryson Chane, D.D.
Bishop of Washington

Appeal Letter 2008 [pdf] | Giving Commitment for 2008 [pdf]

CHURCH ADMINISTRATION & GOVERNANCE

Standards for Youth and Children's Ministries in Our Congregations

Audit Guidelines
Constitution and Canons
Financial Remittance forms
Employment Opportunities
Information Technology
Insurance and Benefits
Liturgical Forms and Resources (including the Cycle of Prayer)
Loan Guidelines: Guidance for Parish Borrowing (pdf)
Ministry Licenses and Clergy Reports
Parish Bylaws
Personnel Guidelines and Compensation Tables
Resources for clergy in new cures (Fresh Start)
Resources for parish administrators/secretaries
Resources for parish treasurers
About Vestry Elections and Convention Delegate Certification
Resources for congregations in transition
Sign language interpretors for church events

EPISCOPAL CHURCH LICENSE TAGS
Maryland drivers: show your pride

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Guidelines for Church Capital Improvement Projects