Resources

Resources are available for churches, pastors, and leadership in the Central Conference as an introduction for further conversation or as supplemental tools for pursuing healthy missional ministry in this region.

The Central Conference develops and delivers several kinds of resources to member churches, including those found here. We strive to provide relevant and accessible resources to all, and encourage you to call the Central Conference office at (773) 267-3060 or the Covenant Resource Center at (800) 338-IDEA/4332 for more resource ideas.

Documents

  • Basis for Women in Ministry | This document prepared by the Evangelical Covenant Church provides a biblical basis for women in ministry. (download pdfs here)
  • Central Conference Constitution and Bylaws | Click here to download our Constitution and our Bylaws.
  • Ethical Principles for Covenant Ministers | Developed by the Ethics Committee and the Board of the Ministry of The Covenant Ministerium, this document outlines ethical principles for all Covenant ministers. (download pdf here)
  • Guidelines for a Sabbatical Leave | This document is an introduction to the definition of a sabbatical leave and tips on preparations for a sabbatical leave for ministers. (download pdf here)
  • Pastoral Relations Committee Guidelines | A guidebook for the relationship between pastor and congregation, including mutual ministry reviews and compensation parameters. (download pdf here)
  • Position on the Practice of Baptism | This document prepared by the Evangelical Covenant Church outlines the church’s position on baptism. (download pdf here)
  • Response to Allegations of Sexual Misconduct | Developed by the Central Conference Committee on Ministerial Care, this policy gives due process to a difficult subject. (download pdf here)

Covenant Children’s Ministry

  • Covenant Children’s Ministries was established in 1921 as Covenant Children’s Home by the Central Conference of the ECC. (learn more here)

 

Forms

  • Training Needs Assessment Form | Churches interested in having the Central Conference provide training classes and workshops may print this form to outline their needs for training. Completed forms should be mailed to Deborah Griffith, Director of Ministry Development at the Central Conference office. (download pdf here)
  • Volunteer Leadership Application | Individuals interested in serving the ministries of the Central Conference through a board, commission, or committee may print this form and mail it to the Central Conference office. (download pdf here)