Resources

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Resources for Church Leaders

The Active Clergy Guide 2008 (PDF) This 36-page document reviews clergy cash compensation and benefits.
2008 Supplement to the Active Clergy Guide for Contractual and Part-Time Clergy (PDF)This 13-page document offers definitions of part-time, consultative, active, assisting, and retired clergy. A sample letter of agreement is included, as well as a checklist to assist Sunday supply clergy and guidelines for compensation.
Manual of Business Methods in Church Affairs. (PDF) This 154-page manual (in Acrobat PDF format) offers advice to church leaders about responsible methods of financial management including budgeting, internal controls, bookkeeping, taxes, clergy discretionary funds, audits, insurance, parochial reports and records management. The appendix lists many forms commonly used by treasurers of congregations, and provides instructions for obtaining copies of them. Samples of some generic forms are on the pages immediately following the Appendix.
The Church Report Company: Parish Statistical Reports. Each year the Diocese of Delaware receives Parish Statistical Reports from The Church Report Company. While one cannot fully know what’s going on in an organization by just looking at the numbers, an organization cannot run well unless those numbers are known. This document puts Parochial Report data to use for the benefit of your church. It examines a church’s statistics in two ways: in relation to the diocesan and national benchmarks, and in relation to itself. The report includes graphs, mathematical calculations, and rankings to illuminate those numbers. These reports are available to each congregation. To request a copy of your church's report, contact us. Please include your congregation’s name and your name.
Alcohol and Drug Abuse Policy. (PDF) This 4-page document outlines the Diocese of Delaware's position in regard to alcohol and drugs, including the serving of alcoholic beverages at church functions.
Interfaith Resource Center. The Interfaith Resource Center strives to encourage and equip congregations by providing support and resources. Their on-line database lists most of what they have and it is searchable.
Constitution and Canons of the Diocese of Delaware (PDF). As of April, 2007. A 59-page document.
Constitution and Canons of the Episcopal Church (PDF). As adopted and revised, 2006. This 270-page document includes the Rules of Order.
Investment Guidelines (PDF) This 5-page statement of investment objectives and policies governs the investment management of the endowment assets of the Protestant Episcopal Church of the Diocese of Delaware known as Master Fund “A” (the “Fund”). [updated January 8, 2008]
Annual Report in PDF format
Narrative Budget in PDF format

Resources for Employees and Employers

One-hour Telephonic Wellness Seminar on Battling the Blues, Wednesday, May 14, 2:00 p.m. When you attend this seminar, you’ll learn: The signs and symptoms of depression; how depression effects your workplace, family, and children; why it is difficult to seek help; treatment options; and how to talk to someone about getting help that you feel may be depressed. Click here to pre-register online. Confirmation code: 3499114. You’ll receive a confirmation email with the number to call. You can also register at 888-373-5705, Passcode: 499114. You can download handouts from the registration site. A recording of each seminar will also be available for 10 days, starting one hour after the seminar. Check the registration site for the dial-in number and passcode.
Safe Church Personnel Manual. (PDF) This 22-page document provides guidance for hiring employees, guidelines for employees and volunteers, a sample misconduct prevention policy, a sample anti-harassment policy, a sample form for those transporting children and youth, best practices for those working with children and youth, and incident reporting guidelines.
Diocese of Delaware's policy of a professional work environment. (PDF) This 5-page document outlines our policy, especially in regard to sexual harassment and other forms of harassment. It recommends sexual misconduct awareness training for all employees and many volunteers.
Respect the Dignity of Every Human Being: “Safe Church” Policies and Procedures Personnel Manual (PDF). 2008 Edition. We want the Episcopal Church in the Diocese of Delaware to be a safe place for everyone to worship, work, and serve.
Lay Personnel Manual (PDF) This 38-page document states current policies and procedures for all active lay employees of the Diocese of Delaware. The appendix includes forms for extended benefits and personnel evaluation, as well as a harassment incident investigation form.
Episcopal Church Diocese of Delaware Employee Benefits On-Line. You will need the standard User ID and Password to access this information on the Benefit Pilot website.

Resources for Children and Families, Youth,
and the University of Delaware

More Resources

Committees of the Diocese of Delaware. The Standing Committee, Trustees of the Diocese, The Constitution and Canons Committee, The Trial Court, The Diocesan Council, General Convention Deputies, and The Nominating Committee.
Ministries of the Diocese of Delaware including Schools, Camps, Episcopal Church Women (ECW), and Delaware Episcopalians with Blogs.
Our Companion Diocese: Argyll & The Isles
National & Global Links including links to The Episcopal Church USA, Episcopal Life, Episcopal Relief & Development, Episcopal News, national website of Episcopal Church Women, Anglican News Service, Canterbury Cathedral, and more.
Google Map of Parishes in the Diocese of Delaware
Delaware Episcopalians with Blogs