Commission on Ministry Policies/Resources

COM Manual

Church Ethics Resources

Code of Ethics
Business and Ethical Practices
Sexual Misconduct Policy
Major Medical Policy for Church Staff
Guidelines Regarding Dual Relationships
Procedures for Churches in Arrears To BOP
Equal Opportunity Policy

Policies/Resources Related to Pastoral Relationships

Pastoral Relationships Defined
Transitional Ministry Reports
Suitability and Fit Process
Minister Returning to Salem Within 3 Years
Temporary Relationships to Installed
Transfer of Ministers from Other Denominations
COM Appointing Administrative Commission to Ordain/Install
Designated Pastor Process
Military Mobilization Agreement
Teaching Elders And The Congregations Where They Worship

CRE Policies/Resources

Employment of CREs
CRE Manual
Concerning CREs In Other Presbyteries

Sabbatical Resources

Sabbatical Policy
Sabbatical Q & A

Pastoral Dissolution/Retirement Resources

Policy on Termination and Separation
Exit Interviews
Procedure for a Relationship that COM Dissolves
Relationship Between a Departing Pastor and Congregation
Relationship Between a Retiring Pastor and Congregation

Other Policies/Resources

COM Partner Responsibilities
COM Mentor Guide
Teaching Elders/CREs Affected By Dismissal Process