Clerks' Corner

Clerks’ Corner offers a variety of information and resources, as well as links to other PCC web pages, all designed to help clerks of presbytery and synod carry out their work efficiently and effectively.

Reflections on Church Polity

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the Rev. Stephen Kendall, the Rev. Dr. Tony Plomp and the Rev. Dr. Earle F. Roberts

Templates and Guidelines

Presbytery Meeting Resources

Additional Resources

Directories

Equipping Elders

This 2010 PDF is a compilation of For Elders and Equipping for Elders publications, which have been produced quarterly since 1997. In most cases, the articles are copied directly into this resource; in other instances, they are edited, or parts are selected and placed into appropriate sections. You can order a print copy of the Equipping Elders Resource Compilation through our online order form. You can also call 1-800-619-7301 ext. 331 or email us at .

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Resources

Acts & Proceedings – Annual Record of General Assembly reports & minutes, contact info for camps, pastoral charges and professional church works, and pastoral charge statistics
Bereavement Leave Policy for Ministers Serving in Congregations
Book of Forms – Polity (form of governance) of The Presbyterian Church in Canada

Templates and Guidelines

Exit Interview – Sample questions
General Assembly Commissioner Orientation
Guide for Congregations Considering Membership Within the PCC – English | Korean
Overture Template
Pension and Benefits Board Administration Guidelines for Presbytery Clerks

Additional Resources and Tools

Policies

Amalgamation or Dissolution of Congregations – Policy
Dissolution of Pastoral Ties – Policy used when presbytery has decided to dissolve the pastoral tie between minister and congregation
Interim Ministry – Policy and Procedures for Interim Ministry
The Policy and Procedures for Addressing Harassment in the Church – Workplace Harassment Policy
Sexual Abuse and Sexual Harassment – Policy for dealing with sexual abuse and sexual harassment
Sick Leave Policy – Sick leave provision for professional church workers. Contact Pension & Benefits office for more information
Leading with Care – Policy for ensuring a climate of safety for children, youth and vulnerable adults
Handbook for PCC Congregational Treasurers – Covers a wide range of topics handled by treasurers plus links to other resources

Guidelines, Regulations and Requirements

Calling a Minister – Guidelines for presbyteries, interim moderators and search committees
Candidacy Process – Requirements of preparation and discernment of ministry candidates
Guidelines for Safer Church Courts and Committees – The guidelines in this resource will help make the courts and committees of the church safer spaces for all
Continuing Education Regulations – Regulations regarding the use of continuing education for ministers

Handbooks

Ecumenical Shared Ministries Handbook – Handbook for pastoral charges engaged in, or contemplating an ecumenical shared ministry
PCC Board of Managers Handbook

Support for Congregations & Ministers & Church Buildings

Buildings – A variety of resources and information related to church buildings
Congregational Housing Loans to Ministers – Guidelines for congregational loans to ministers who buy their own homes
Funds – The PCC offers various funding to help congregations in a variety of areas including children and youth ministry, worship, lay training, conferences, building projects, mission work, specialized ministries and ministerial assistance
Pulpit Supply Insurance – Paid when minister absent due to illness or accident. Conditions apply
Record of Employment Resource – Guidelines for completing a Record of Employment
Trustees & Trust Deeds – Resource that describes what a trust deed is, along with how trustees are chosen and what they are to do.
Stipend and Allowances – Minimum stipend and allowances, student and summer appointments, Sunday Supply
Maternity and Parental Leave – Information regarding implementation process of this leave
Resources to Address Situations that May Arise within a Church Court – This resource is to be used by courts, agencies and congregations of the church to resolve disputes related to inclusion.

Resources for Session Meetings

Clergy Resources for Session Meetings and Retreats – Theology, Session starters, retreats, workshops
Session Decisions and Definitions of Marriage : In 2021, General Assembly adopted two parallel definitions of marriage. The Clerks of Assembly have prepared guidance for Sessions regarding wedding policies, including a sample wedding policy
Session Resource on Re-Opening Church Buildings – Guidance for Sessions on how to carefully develop and implement re-opening plans that are appropriately tailored to the unique context and texture of each congregation and its ministries

Ministry

Called to Covenant – Book One covers regular pastoral oversight of congregations by presbytery, congregational planning, and crisis intervention by presbyteries, Book Two provides resources
Together in Ministry – Theology and practice of ministry
Lay Missionary – Resource

Advocacy & Communications Resources & Tools

Communications – A variety of communications-related tools and resources
PCConnect – Monthly e-newsletter that has short updates from the PCC
Social Action Handbook – Summary of reports and General Assembly decisions from 1954 to the present re. subjects like euthanasia, sexuality, gambling, ecology, etc.

Clerks’ Corner

Reflections on Church Polity

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Equipping Elders

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Templates and Guidelines

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Additional Resources and Tools

Policies

Guidelines, Regulations and Requirements

Handbooks

Support for Congregations & Ministers & Church Buildings

Resources for Session Meetings

Ministry

Advocacy & Communications Resources & Tools