Staff Parish Relations

The Staff-Parish Relations Committee is the administrative unit in a local church where staff and congregational interests are integrated to focus on the mission of the church. Specific tasks for the SPRC include:

• explaining the nature and function of ministry to the staff and the congregation
• conferring with the congregation and the staff/pastor about ministry direction
• assessing the ministry of the congregation and the staff/pastor at least annually
• conferring and consulting with the district superintendent
• supporting lifelong learning for all staff (continuing education)
• identifying and supporting individuals from the congregation whom God seems to be calling for ordained ministry
• making recommendations regarding compensation, travel, benefits, and housing to the church council
• recommending needed staff positions and developing written job descriptions and titles for associate pastors and staff

All must be members of DGFUMC, one must be a young adult.