Episcopal Diocese of Southern Virginia - Newport News, VA: Congregation Resources

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Episcopal Diocese of Southern Virginia
11827 Canon Blvd., Suite 101
Newport News, VA 23606-3071
757-423-8287 Main
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Resources for Congregations The Diocesan center offers resources and assistance to congregations in a multitude of areas - stewardship, parish administration, communications, Safe Church training, healthcare and pension for employees, mutual ministry reviews, and much more. You can access many useful resources using the links below. You can also reach out to diocesan staff for assistance. For a list of diocesan staff and the areas in which they can help, click here.
Creating Safe Churches Safe Church training is grounded in our call to seek and serve Christ in all persons and respect the dignity of every human being.	Healthcare, Pension & Compensation The diocese provides insurance plans for all diocesan employees and for clergy and lay employees of those congregations that have elected to participate in the diocesan plans.	Clergy Compensation Guidelines for vestries and clergy to determine compensation for the clergy.
Justice & Advocacy Resources Action alerts and other resources	Workshops, Training & Events Upcoming events and programs for laity and clergy.	Stewardship Resources Useful and effective stewardship resources for congregations.
Communications Resources Communications resources for congregations: websites, social media, bulletin inserts	Manual of Business Methods in Church Affairs A comprehensive manual which supports the work of treasurers and parish administrators.	Bishop's Day for Senior Wardens Bishop's Day is an annual opportunity for Wardens.
Policy on Retiring & Departing Clergy Policies for change of clergy leadership	Supply Clergy Supply Clergy currently available in the Diocese of Southern Virginia.	Vestry Resources & Training Resources to help you build a healthy, skilled vestry.
Alcohol Policy Policy on alcohol and other substance misuse	Mutual Ministry Reviews Mutual Ministry Review is an opportunity for discussion and mutual review of the total ministry of the parish.	Lay Ministry Licensing Guidelines and licensing form for lay ministers.
Lay Continuing Education Grants Funds to assist lay leaders with education and skill development.	Role of Church Trustees Information and forms related to the appointment of church trustees.	Ecclesiastical Discipline New Title IV Canons for Ecclesiastical Discipline
Congregational Development Resources to bring greater vitality to all churches in our diocese