Resources for congregations choosing partnership and becoming a new congregation.
Resources
Files
Detailed Resolution for Merger - Merger resolution document by two congregations to form one congregation. This document includes steps in the process leading to Peace Lutheran, Cleveland Heights, Ohio.
Resolution to consider merger - Formal resolution for congregation to begin consideration of a merger with a specific congregation.
A Season for Prayer and Renewal - Designed to assist in the seeking of a new vision of God's purpose over a 40 day period.
Staff Referral for Congregations Recommended for Yoking - Utilized in the NC Synod, this form allows staff to feed information to the contact for yoking partnerships including leadership information and what the hoped for outcome of the work.
Links
Collection of Denomination Resources – Good Friday Collective - This list was created from the Good Friday Collective and is a survey of resources from over 15 different denominations. These resources include liturgies, rules, best practices, case studies, books, articles, and guidance for congregations concluding ministry.