If you are interested in being part of a committee please complete the Committee Volunteer Form and someone will be in touch.
Association of Ministers Committee
Mandate:
Explore and develop possibilities for an Association of Ministers within the understandings of the United Church.
Membership:
- Chair
- Secretary (at the discretion of the Chair)
- 3 Designated Individuals
- Regional Minister – Staff Support
- Division Chair (Ex-Officio)
Duties:
- develop a framework, principles and process for an Association of Ministers in consultation with ministry personnel in the Region and with other Association of Ministers groups across the country
- participate on behalf of the Region, in any discussions or consultations that may occur on this subject
- inform ministry personnel on the development of the Association concept and ways to participate
- receive suggestions from ministry personnel on ways an Association might benefit them
- create collegial circles or clusters and create working groups where needed for the functioning of the of the Committee/Division
- provide accompaniment with ministers as they engage with the Office of Vocation Processes
- support for colleagues undergoing difficulties
- help develop mentor linkages
- keep in focus support to ministry personnel in unusual employment situations (chaplains, etc.) and those retained on disability in the Region
Skills/Experiences:
- good communication and organizational skills
- understanding of variety of United Church ministries
- desire to help build collegial support networks
Accountability/Reporting:
Through Division of Regional Services and Support to the Regional Council and Regional Executive on a regular basis. (As often as needed or required.)
Powers:
Must refer decisions to the Division of Regional Services and Support except the following:
- any matters covered within approved budgets