Resources
Important References
Amendments to the Book of Order (Approved by the 226th GA)
Palo Duro Presbytery’s Manual of Operations (Updated 11.15.24)
2025 Palo Duro Presbytery Directory (Updated 01.08.25)
Committee Manuals
- Committee on Ministry Manual (Approved 04.27.24)
- Preparation Ministry Manual (Updated 02.13.25)
Policies
- Anti-Discrimination Anti-Harassment Policy (Approved 02.02.24)
- Parental and Family Leave Recommendations (Approved 11.15.24)
- Policy Statement – When a Teaching Elder Leaves a Congregation
- Policy for Dissolution of Pastor Relationships (Approved 01.30.16)
Minutes Forms
Record Keeping Guidelines
Technology Resources
Virtual Worship Recommendations
Zoom Instructions
- PDP’s Step-by-Step instructions for using Zoom (Word Document)
- Step-by-Step Instructions for Using Zoom (YouTube video)
Ministers of Word and Sacrament and Commissioned Pastors
Preparation Ministry Forms
- Preparation Manual Includes MWS and CP instructions.
- Inquirer Application
- Candidate Application
- Report On Consultation
- Austin Seminary CIM Application
Pastor Search Checklist & Documents (Updated 03.04.25)
- CLC Training Series for PNCs
- Call Process Checklist
- Matching Flowchart
- CLC Glossary of Terms and New Processes
- A Complete Guide to Creating an MPD
- MDP vs MIF Narrative Questions
- Ministry Discernment Profile (MDP) blank form
- Personal Discernment Profile (PDP) blank form
- Church Leadership Connection Resources Website
Ordination and Installation Process See also “Minutes Forms” in column 1.
2025 Minimum Terms of Call Documentation (Approved 11.15.24)
New Mental Well-Being and EAP Services (Provider change effective January 1, 2025)
Background Checks & Safe Gatherings
Background Check Permission Form
(Send requests to Rev. Scott Campbell, Executive Presbyter)
Applications & Forms
Stated Meeting Packets
Shared How-To Videos for Churches
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