• Search
  • Contact
  • 218.299.3019
  • Facebook Icon
  • Instagram Icon
  • Twitter Icon
  • Youtube Icon
Northwestern Minnesota Synod of the ELCA
  • Home
  • About
  • Staff
  • Events
  • Synod Assembly
  • Ministries
  • Resources
  • Stories
  • Northern Lights E-news
  • Give
  • Contact

Call Process

Here you will find information, links, videos, and resources to guide you along your way.  You can find a downloadable version of the handbook in the "Resources" section at the bottom of this page.

Contact Information: genellenetland@cord.edu or call 218-299-4017

 

Call Process Handbook

A 10-step guide through your faith community's rostered minister transition

Step One
Resignation of the Rostered Minister
Step Two
Conclusion of Ministry of the Outgoing Rostered Minsiter
Step Three
Interim Ministry or Provision for Ministry During Vacancy
Step Four
Formation of the Call Committee
Step Five
Working with the LGBTQ+ Accompaniment Team
Step Six
The Congregation Self-Study
Step Seven
Receiving Names and Interviewing Candidates
Step Eight
Recommending a Candidate for Call
Step Nine
The Congregation Meeting to Call a Rostered Minister
Step Ten
Welcoming a New Rostered Minister!
Bonus
You Did It!
Resources
logo

  • Home
  • About
  • Staff
  • Events
  • Synod Assembly
  • Ministries
  • Resources
  • Stories
  • Northern Lights E-news
  • Give

  • Office Location

    310 14th Ave. S.
    Moorhead, MN
    56560
    View Map
  • Mailing Address

    Concordia College
    Moorhead, MN
    56562

Office Hours

Mon to Thur
9:00-12:00
1:00-4:00
Fridays by appointment only

Contact

  • Phone: 218.299.3019
  • Email: morganolson@cord.edu

 

  • Facebook Icon
  • Instagram Icon
  • Twitter Icon
  • Youtube Icon
© 2025 Northwestern Minnesota Synod of the ELCA. All Rights Reserved. | Login
powered by
Website Developed by ELCA