Manual on Ministry

The United Church of Christ locates authority for the authorization and oversight of ministers, including ordination and continued standing, in Associations through Committees on Ministry. In the work of authorization and oversight, Committees on Ministry discern collectively the wisdom of the Spirit, the call of Christ, and the mission of God, on behalf of the United Church of Christ. The Manual on Ministry is a set of processes, guidelines, and best practices recommended to Associations and their Committees on Ministry in carrying out their work. Common guidelines are essential to shared expectations in ministry.

Find the current Manual on Ministry and Resources for the MOM at ucc.org/ministers_manual.