Is Your Church in a Pastoral Transition? Here's What You Need.
Navigating a pastoral transition can feel uncertain — but it doesn't have to be disorganized. Whether your church is just beginning the search process or already weeks into it, having the right structure in place makes all the difference.
That's why we've put together the Interim Pastor Personnel Packet Template — a ready-to-use resource designed to help churches move through transition with clarity, confidence, and care.
What's Inside
The packet includes three essential documents in one clean, printable template:
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Job Description — Clearly defines the Interim Pastor's role, responsibilities, and boundaries so both the church and the minister begin on the same page.
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Covenant Agreement — A mutual commitment outlining what the church promises to the Interim Pastor and what the Interim Pastor commits to the congregation — including term length, confidentiality, and termination terms.
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Compensation Chart — A transparent breakdown of honorarium, housing allowance, mileage reimbursement, and other benefits, with built-in notes on IRS ministerial tax guidelines.
Why It Matters
Bringing on an Interim Pastor without a written agreement leaves both the church and the minister vulnerable. This template removes the guesswork, protects all parties, and keeps the congregation's focus where it belongs — on worship, community, and the search for God's next called leader.
Who It's For
This template is ideal for Personnel Committees, Deacon Bodies, and Church Administrators at any size congregation navigating a pastoral vacancy.
