Pastors & Clergy Resources

Resources from CovChurch.org

Vocational Ministry

The Evangelical Covenant Church is committed to strengthening its community of vocational ministers through advocacy, endorsement, care, and formation. Our vision is for a faithful community of vocational ministers who lead through living out

  • active inclusion of all persons called to serve God, regardless of gender, age or ethnicity;
  • a deep understanding of scripture, theology, discernment and Covenant identity;
  • a healthy self-awareness and personal care through Sabbath-based rhythms; and
  • a commitment to life-long learning and collegial accountability.

Through these commitments, Covenant pastors, missionaries, and chaplains continue their journeys to more fully embody the pastoral arts of preaching, teaching, leading, and caring well…

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CovConnect for Candidates and Ministers

A portal of The Evangelical Covenant Church which exists to connect pastors and churches…

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Covenant Clergy and Using Social Media

This resource seeks to foster a thoughtful conversation about how social media tools intersect with the vocation of ministry within the Evangelical Covenant Church…

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Sustaining Pastoral Excellence forms

Sustaining Pastoral Excellence (SPE), a grant program funded in part by the Lilly Endowment, provides funding for credentialed Covenant pastors, missionaries and chaplains to participate in experiences that help build and refine character, remain sharp in the core pastoral arts, and renew their personal relationships with Christ…

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Church Law and Tax Store recommended by the ECC

The Church Law and Tax Group, a division of Christianity Today, is committed to helping you lead a ministry that thrives. You can count on our resources to provide you with the reliable tools and proven strategies you need to keep your church safe, legal and financially sound…

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