An Interim Pastor is someone who helps fill the role of minister at your church while you are on a pastor search. It is a temporary position and the job description varies widely depending on what the church needs. Interim Pastor Agreement (Guidelines Recommended for Use by Churches - rev. 2-2002) (Note Book of Order, G-14.0513b. which states, "The Session may not secure or dissolve a relationship with an interim pastor or interim co-pastors [or interim associate pastor] without the concurrence of the Presbytery through its Committee on Ministry.) The interim pastor will coach the new pastor for a year (perhaps longer) to insure that the pastor doesn't step on any landmines, learns how to work with the strong figures in the congregation, and quickly gains the trust needed to lead. Training the intentional interim pastor In the last ten years the number of ordained ministers becoming interim pastors has increased tenfold. In order to meet the needs of this growing group, Geneva Press is now offering an updated and revised edition of Alan Gripe's groundbreaking book on the many responsibilities of interim pastors The model may be used for associate interim pastors by substituting that title and making other changes as appropriate. Pittsburgh Presbytery Interim Pastor Contract . GENERAL . The following agreement between the session of _____ Presbyterian Church and the Rev. "Traditional Interim Pastor", this Pastor Search Committee Workbook can guide you through the steps of securing a new permanent pastor. If you choose to secure an Intentional Interim Pastor, it is best for your Search Committee to wait until the five tasks are completed before attempting to find a pastor. The valuable information gained Index: interim pastor. MANUAL 2013-2017. 209.1. The district superintendent, with the consent of the church board and the District Advisory Board, may appoint an interim pastor to fill a vacancy in the office of pastor, until a permanent pastor can be called. The district superintendent shall also be authorized to extend the time of service of the interim pastor as he or she deems necessary GUIDELINES FOR A PASTOR SEARCH COMMITTEE Design for an Interim Ministry Purpose & Philosophy of an Interim Ministry The interim between pastors in a church is a time for affirming the church staff and elected leaders, for reviewing the biblical role of pastoral leadership and for renewing congregational fellowship and responsibility. It is a A sense that the interim pastor is simultaneously an "insider" and an "outsider" increases the power of the interim pastor to be of service to the congregation. B. Analyzing the System After an interim pastor has begun to join the system, she or he must then commence a 3. Interim pastor is an interventionist, not a caretaker 4. Interim pastor is highly experienced with particular skills 5. Interim Pastor is trained through the Interim Ministry Network (UCC) 6. The Transition Team approach to an intentional interim pastorate •A Transition process and timeline •An Interim Pastor contract The MANUAL is divided into two sections, THE TRANSITION PROCESS, and THE ROLE OF THE INTERIM PASTOR. While the sections are different, they may prove to be inter-related. If an Interim Pastor is chosen, the MANUAL may become very helpful. The MANUAL emphasizes three fundamental principles: flexibility, communication, and accountability. interim or transitional pastor. The interim or transitional pastor may t