Churchwarden Resources

Familiarizes new lay leaders with their roles and responsibilities, and a reference for experienced churchwardens and incumbents.

Information for parishes about the management of their financial affairs.

Resources about parish employees, including compensation, hiring and supervising staff, performance reviews and the Parish HR Manual.

Resources about clergy as office holders, including remuneration and benefits..

Learn about property issues like buying and selling, building renovations, rectories and cemeteries.

Find out about renting to outside groups, including license agreements and lease agreements.

All the information you need about insurance requirements for the church property, building and furnishings.

The Constitution sets out the structure and rules of synod, while the Canons are the law of the Diocese, governing its life and discipline.

Provides financial statistics and the basis for accurately and fairly calculating the allotment for each congregation.

Learn about the various grants and funding sources available to parishes.

Information, resources and sample policies to help you comply with the Occupational Health & Safety Act.

Get help with your short- and long-term investing strategies and learn how to use the Consolidated Trust Fund and Cemetery Fund.

Resources and templates to help with screening compliance and good volunteer management practices.

Procedures for complaints and the definitions of the policy, including who to contact and training resources.

Information about the Privacy Standards Policy, as well as guidelines on parish directories and access to parish records.

A convenient collection of downloadable forms.

A collection of the Diocese’s policies and guidelines.