Resources for Vestries and Search/Discernment Committees of Parishes in Transition
Guidelines for Parish & Clergy Transitions in The Diocese of Southern Virginia
Example for a 
Rector’s Letter of Agreement
The following and other resources may be found on the website of the Office of Transition Ministries, Episcopal Chuch (CDO);
What is the CDO?
A brief introduction to CDO and its services. Updated: April 2009.
How the CDO Works
A concise (one page) explanation of how CDO system works. Updated: April 2009.
Prayer in the Calling Process
This period of search for a new rector can be a time of new and creative activity in the liturgical and devotional life of the parish that can enrich the church for long after the search process is over. This guide offers you resources, suggestions, possibilities, for that journey. Revised: 2007.
Caring for Clergy in the Calling Process
Guidelines for search/calling committees on the calling process including: appointing a committee; setting a budget; communications; reviewing, visiting, interviewing, choosing and calling candidates. Revised: May 2009 (4th edition).
Caring for Clergy through Housing
“Caring for Clergy through Housing” is intended to provide a useful and insightful look at the complex and important issue of adequate clergy housing.
Interim Ministries, Book 1
Overview for church leaders, which defines Interim Ministry, suggesting how this specialized ministry can be useful to congregations. Revised: August 2007.
Interim Ministries, Book 2
Guidelines for the development and support of interim ministries in dioceses, including: professional standards, Letter of Agreement, training, support, and evaluation of interim ministers. Revised: August 2007.
Interviewing in the Calling Process
Guidelines to help the search/calling committee make the interviewing process an effective tool to determine a good match between priest and parish. Revised: May 2009 (4th edition).
Caring for Clergy through Compensation
Guidelines for examining and advocating a theology of compensation in the calling and care of clergy, including: salary, housing, & utilities; benefits; reimbursement for professional expenses, with tax implications of each. Revised: May 2009 (4th edition).
How to Read a CDO Personal Profile
A handy guide to reading and interpreting a CDO Personal Profile. Revised: 2007.
Sample CDO Profile (Fictitious)
Reading List
Vocational reading list with some 30 relevant titles. Updated: January 2009.
