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Standing, forms, ordination, commissioned ministry, policies, and training.
Clergy hub →We're seeking a pastor
Transition and Search & Call documents.
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Regional Design, annual dates, general reference material, and denominational links.
Downloads →Ethics, Conduct & Complaints
Codes of ethics, misconduct policies, Healthy Boundaries, and the complaint/reporting pathway.
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JUSTICE
FUNDING OPPORTUNITY
Reconciliation Grant
Justice. Healing. Action.
Funding for Disciples congregations and ministry
partners developing projects that confront racism,
foster healing, build relationships, and create
meaningful change in their communities.
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IMPACT
FUNDING OPPORTUNITY
Impact Church Ministry Grant
Imagine. Engage. Transform.
Funding for CCSW congregations and ministries developing
creative, innovative projects that reach beyond the walls
of the church, strengthen ministry, transform communities,
and create lasting impact.
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OPPORTUNITIES ACROSS THE SOUTHWEST
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Reference materials.
Each reference item below is a downloadable document. Click any item to download or open the file.
General
Church & Congregation
Clergy & Ministry
Ethics & Policies
General & Regional Resources
Regional governance, annual dates, technology guides, and general CCSW reference materials.
GENERAL • GOVERNANCE
Design of the Christian Church in the Southwest
The governing design and organizational structure of the Christian Church in the Southwest.
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GENERAL • CALENDAR
2026 CCSW Dates
Regional events, gatherings, trainings, camps, and important dates for 2026.
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GENERAL • GUIDE
How to Use Zoom
A practical guide for participating in CCSW meetings and events through Zoom.
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Clergy & Standing
Standing requirements, continuing education, training, transfers, background checks, and resources for ministers.
CLERGY • EDUCATION
Continuing Education FAQ
Frequently asked questions about CCSW continuing education requirements.
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CLERGY • ESPAÑOL
Preguntas Frecuentes: Educación Continua
Información en español sobre los requisitos de educación continua.
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CLERGY • TRAINING
Healthy Boundaries
Policies and requirements related to Healthy Boundaries training.
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CLERGY • STANDING
Minister Transferring Regions
Procedure for ministers transferring standing between regions.
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CLERGY • BACKGROUND CHECK
Minister Criminal Background Check
CCSW requirements and procedures related to ministerial criminal background checks.
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Commissioned Ministry
Expectations, educational requirements, and reference materials for commissioned ministers.
COMMISSIONED MINISTRY
Commissioned Minister Expectations
Expectations and responsibilities for commissioned ministers serving in CCSW.
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COMMISSIONED MINISTRY • EDUCATION
Educational Program for Commissioned Ministry
Educational program and requirements for commissioned ministry in CCSW.
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Ordination & RCOM
Regional Committee on Ministry policies and reference materials for the ordering of ministry.
Search & Call / Congregations
Resources for pastoral transitions, search committees, congregational profiles, calls, and healthy pastoral relationships.
CHURCH • TRANSITION
Closing a Pastoral Ministry
Guidance for congregations and ministers concluding a pastoral ministry.
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CHURCH • INTERIM MINISTRY
Interim Ministry Guidelines
Guidance for congregations entering a season of interim ministry.
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CHURCH • INTERIM MINISTRY
Interim Ministry Covenant
Covenant resource for establishing an interim ministry relationship.
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CHURCH • SEARCH & CALL
Seeking a Pastor: Search & Call Manual
A guide for congregations beginning and navigating the pastoral Search & Call process.
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CHURCH • SEARCH & CALL
Congregational Survey
Congregational survey for use during pastoral transition and Search & Call.
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CHURCH • SEARCH COMMITTEE
Best Practices, Hints & Etiquette
Practical guidance for search committees participating in Search & Call.
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CHURCH • PROFILE
Congregational Profile
Congregational Profile used during the pastoral Search & Call process.
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CHURCH • ESPAÑOL
Perfil Congregacional
Formulario de perfil congregacional para el proceso de búsqueda y llamado.
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CHURCH • PROFILE
Congregational Profile Instructions
Instructions for completing the Congregational Profile.
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CHURCH • SEARCH COMMITTEE
How to Read a Clergy Background Check
Guidance for congregations reviewing clergy background information during Search & Call.
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CHURCH • CALL DOCUMENT
Initial Letter of Call
Initial pastoral Letter of Call and agreement.
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CHURCH • ESPAÑOL
Carta de Llamado y Acuerdo
Carta inicial de llamado y acuerdo pastoral en español.
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CHURCH • CALL DOCUMENT
Annual Letter of Call
Annual pastoral Letter of Call documentation.
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CHURCH • PASTORAL MINISTRY
Beginning a Pastoral Ministry
Guidance for congregations and pastors beginning ministry together.
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CHURCH • PASTORAL RELATIONS
Pastoral Relations Committee Guide
Guidance for developing and supporting a Pastoral Relations Committee.
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CHURCH • PASTORAL SUPPORT
Sabbatical Guidelines
Guidance for congregations and ministers planning pastoral sabbaticals.
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CHURCH • CHECKLIST
Congregational Routines Checklist
Practical operational checklist and routine procedures for congregations.
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CHURCH • ESPAÑOL
Lista de Rutinas Congregacionales
Lista práctica de rutinas y procedimientos para congregaciones.
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Ethics, Conduct & Policies
Ministerial ethics, congregational ethics, misconduct, accountability, and foundational ministry policies.
ETHICS • ENGLISH
Ministerial Code of Ethics
Code of Ethics for ministers of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).
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ETHICS • ESPAÑOL
Mi Código de Ética Ministerial
Código de ética para ministros de la Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).
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ETHICS • 한국어
나의 목회 윤리 규범
Korean-language Ministerial Code of Ethics.
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ETHICS • CONGREGATION
Ethical Guidelines for Congregational Conduct
Ethical guidance for the conduct and life of congregations.
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ETHICS • ESPAÑOL
Directrices Éticas Para Conducta Congregacional
Directrices éticas para la conducta y vida de las congregaciones.
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ETHICS • CCSW POLICY
CCSW Clergy Misconduct Policy
Regional policy addressing clergy conduct, misconduct, and accountability.
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ETHICS • ESPAÑOL
Política de Conducta Inapropiada de CCSW
Política regional sobre conducta inapropiada y responsabilidad ministerial.
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POLICY • STANDING
Temporary Administrative Removal of Standing
Regional policy regarding temporary administrative removal of ministerial standing.
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MINISTRY POLICY • ENGLISH
Theological Foundations, Policies & Criteria
Theological foundations, policies, and criteria for the ordering of ministry.
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MINISTRY POLICY • ESPAÑOL
Fundamentos Teológicos, Políticas y Criterios
Fundamentos, políticas y criterios para el ordenamiento del ministerio.
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ETHICS • SAFE CONDUCT • ENGLISH
Safe Conduct and Misconduct Prevention Policy
Template for congregations or ministries to adapt and use locally. Prepared by CCSW Staff.
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ETHICS • CONDUCTA SEGURA • ESPAÑOL
Política de Conducta Segura y Prevención de Conductas Indebidas
Plantilla para el uso de congregaciones o ministerios, preparada por el personal de CCSW.
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