Policies and Forms

Aided Curacy

Alcohol Policy

Clergy Misconduct – FAQ of Ecclesiastical Discipline

Continuing Education Policy and Application Form

Discretionary Funds Guidelines

Gift Acceptance Policy

Manual of Business Methods in Church Affairs; Accounting Principles and Practices for Dioceses, Parishes, and Other Congregations

Marriage Resources

Parish Charter and Bylaws – Samples
• Sample Parish Charter
• Sample Parish Bylaws

Policy on Parish Guidelines for Dealing with Registered Sex Offenders
• (Model) Covenant and Limited Access Agreement

Preparedness Planning Guide For Congregations and Parishes In the Diocese of East Tennessee
• See additional resources in Episcopal Relief and Development’s Resource Library

Sabbatical Leave Policy and Sabbatical Leave Grant Application form

Safe Church

Policies and Procedures for the Protection of Children, Youth, and Adults
• Key Information at a Glance
• Safe Church Course Requirements
• Annual Adoption of Safe Church Policy
• About Safe Church Training
• Guidelines for Use of Social Media and Other Forms of Digital Communication

Standing Committee Policies and Procedures regarding the Acquisition, Encumbrance, or Alienation of Real Property