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Resources for Congregations in Transition

The following information is currently available to assist congregations in stages of transition:

Parish Transition Process (January 2006) [pdf]
This document is provided to supply information on all matters related to transition ministry from the time a priest first meets with me to discuss his or her thoughts concerning retirement, or the acceptance of a new call, through the first two years of a new ministry. You will find a number of changes in practice here so I want to emphasize that these new practices are NOT intended to disparage in any way previous or current practice that differs. This simply reflects the practices we intend to follow, going forward, based on our previous three years of experience.

Calling a New Rector in the Diocese of Washington
Information to assist a congregation in the work of searching for a new rector and exploring opportunities for interim ministry

Resources for Clergy in Transition
Information to assist clergy with the necessary steps when seeking new employment in a congregation or leaving existing employment.

pointer Resources for clergy in new cures (Fresh Start)

pointer Guidelines for the Celebration of a New Ministry in the Diocese of Washington