Resources
Important References
Palo Duro Presbytery’s Manual of Operations (Updated 11.15.24)
2025 Palo Duro Presbytery Directory (Updated 06.10.25)
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)
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)
Stated Meeting Packets
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 / INSTALLATION / COMMISSIONING
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
Shared How-To Videos for Churches
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