Congregants to Minister:
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Minister to Congregation: |
I will share responsibility with
the minister for the health of the congregation.
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I will use my talents and skills
to nurture the health and growth of the congregation to the best of my
ability. |
I will respect the minister's
responsibility to put the health and well-being of the congregation
ahead of my own convenience or personal desires.
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I will respect the individuals
in the congregation and express appreciation for their contributions of
time, energy, financial support, and ideas. |
I will be responsible for
nurturing my own spiritual growth and acknowledge the ministry as an
important resource for this development.
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I will encourage and challenge
the congregants in their own spiritual growth and foster a sense of
community in the congregation. |
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the minister's family with dignity, respect, and consideration. |
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I will continue my own
exploration of my spiritual and personal journey, striving to be an
example for the congregation.
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| I will respect the personal time
of the minister and the minister's family. |
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I will represent the
congregation's values and our liberal faith to the larger community.
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| I will offer the minister
encouragement, support, and honest feedback. |
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I will clarify in my public
statements when I am speaking for myself as an individual and not as a
representative of the congregation.
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| I will support and encourage the
minister to exercise a responsible freedom of the pulpit. I acknowledge
that the minister has the right to express a personal view in the larger
community. |
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I will respect the right of the
individuals of the congregation to hold and express their own beliefs
and opinions.
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| I will assume responsibility for
unresolved issues between myself and the minister by speaking honestly
with the minister, by seeking advice from the Committee on Ministry, or
by following the appropriate procedures as set forth in the Conflict
Management Policy. |
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I will address issues and
concerns I have with congregants honestly and compassionately.
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| I will help to promote and
provide for the fair compensation of the minister. |
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I will listen to congregants'
concerns and needs with an open mind and heart, recognizing the
importance of appropriate boundaries. I will be aware of my own
limitations and seek support and guidance from other professionals when
appropriate.
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I will take care of myself,
recognizing the importance of rest and recreation. |