Clergy
As Georgia Disciples clergy serve in churches, hospitals, educational institutions, and many other settings, the Christian Church (DOC) in Georgia is ready to provide support and resources.
Clergy Requirements
There are several requirements for Georgia Disciples clergy who wish to maintain standing in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).
Ministerial Standing - Standing form completed annually
Healthy Boundaries - Workshop completed every 5 years
Pro-reconciliation/ Anti-racism - Workshop completed every 5 years
Search and Call - Process to be used for seeking a church or call
Learn more about requirements for Georgia Disciples clergy on the Resources page of this website.
Clergy Resources
There are a variety of resources available to support and encourage Georgia Disciples clergy. Follow the links below or read more on the Resources page of this website.
Clergy Connection Call - A recurring meeting every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 12 noon. This is a virtual drop-in get-together to connect with others in ministry in the Christian Church (DOC) in Georgia. Interim Regional Minister Rev. Joan Bell Haynes facilitates these 1-hour gatherings. Contact the regional office at 478 743-8659 for Zoom information.
Thrive in 2025 Monthly Church Growth Zoom Call - Pastor Kyle Ermoian, Director of New Church & Church Development, Christian Church in Georgia, facilitates these 1-hour gatherings every third Thursday at 4 pm. Contact Pastor Kyle here for the Zoom link.
Sabbatical Support
Through the Lilly Endowment Clergy Renewal Programs, administered by the Center for Pastoral Excellence at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis, Disciples clergy have an opportunity to apply for sabbatical grants. Learn more here.Pension Fund
The Pension Fund of the Christian Church, which serves Disciples clergy and employees, administers one of the strongest, fully funded pension and retirement systems in the country. Learn more here or contact Sarah Renfro, our Pension Fund regional representative for more information on all the programs Pension Fund has to support you and your ministry, including their new online mental health support program for clergy and families, “Learn to Live.”Commission on Ministry
The Commission on Ministry (COM) of the Christian Church in Georgia counsels those who seek ordination, commissioning, or ministerial standing both within the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and from other Christian bodies. Learn more here.
