Supply Clergy Guidelines are intended to be a helpful tool for people in congregations who are responsible for working with clergy filling-in, as well as to serve as a resource for members of the clergy themselves.
All matters of clergy misconduct will be reported to an intake officer for the diocese. Matters might then be resolved through pastoral care, mediation, an agreement with the bishop, an investigation or any combination of these. An investigation may result in formal mediation, and, if necessary, a hearing.
The Clergy Formation Committee is a group of presbyters and deacons working to offer opportunities to enrich the ongoing formation of Maine's clergy community.
Clergy Conference: The Heart of the Leader Sunday, May 1 – Tuesday, May 3 Schoodic Institute, Winter Harbor Brought to you by the Clergy Formation Committee Join your clergy peers and the Rev. Jay Sidebotham...
COVID Continued: Sick Clergy and Sunday Morning Plan B In recent weeks we’ve been hearing frequent reports of people testing positive for COVID, including in many cases, clergy in charge of Sunday worship. The good...
A list of articles and videos featuring the Diocese of Maine
The Retired Clergy Community in Maine connects regularly via Zoom, Facebook, and newsletter.
Each year, canonically resident clergy (retired and active) and clergy serving in Maine are required to complete an annual report to Bishop Brown. It includes a section to report any continuing education the clergy person...
Click through the list below to explore newsletters containing information about the 2022 Diocesan Convention. Resolution Writing Learning Session to be held August 16! The Dio Log – August 4, 2022 Ways You Can Help...
Clergy Retreat: Risk-taking in Christian Ministry Risk-taking is a part of life and an important challenge for those of us in Christian ministry at this time. What is the nature of risk-taking? Why should we consider...
