Transition Process
Begin a new pastoral ministry in your congregation.
The Metropolitan Chicago Synod is a partner to your congregation in transitioning from one rostered ministry to another. In this section, you’ll find support, resources and service to help you in the process every step of the way. No matter where your congregation is on this journey, we can help:
Exit Process
Transition your congregation’s current pastor to the next step in his journey.
Interim Process
Strengthen mission and ministry during your pastoral vacancy.
Call Committee
Gathering the people and tools necessary to call your new pastor to service.
Candidate Selection
Calling the pastor who will provide the right fit, enhancing your church’s mission.
Installation
Welcome your new pastor and establish the tone for a strong future.
A Word from the Bishop
Dear Friends in Christ,
We have developed this content to assist in the transition that is the conclusion of one pastoral ministry and the beginning of a new one. We believe it is our Lord Jesus Christ, through the power of the Holy Spirit, who guides the call process. The Spirit uses the partnership that is -- pastoral candidates, congregations, and synods.
The interim period and process for calling a pastor are opportunities for prayer, reflection, and self-discovery as congregations, open to the Spirit, seek a leader to navigate the path to the future.
We will partner with you to find appropriate pastoral leadership. A good fit between pastor and congregation is our goal, and serves our primary purpose of making disciples for Jesus Christ. When there is a good match between pastor and congregation, the mission of the church is enhanced.
We ask for your daily prayers that God will guide the process and strengthen our partnership for the sake of the Gospel.
In Christ,
Wayne N. Miller, Bishop