Clergy

This is a collection of documents and resources for clergy from the Office of the Bishop. The Clergy Transitions site has information on clergy deployment and vacancies within the diocese.

Congregation Grades (2024)
In March 2022, the Diocesan Council, upon recommendation of the diocesan Personnel Commission, froze congregation grades at 2022 levels through at least the end of 2023. Congregational grades for 2023...
2023 Escala Salarial del Clero Parroquial (precio a hora)
Este es el calendario de compensación del clero parroquial de 2023 aprobado en la convención. Este documento describe la compensación del clero según el grado congregacional al precio a hora. Haz clic...
2023 Parochial Clergy Salary Scale - Hourly Rate
This is the 2023 Parochial Clergy compensation schedule passed at convention. This document outlines clergy compensation based on congregational grade at an hourly rate. Click here for the Spanish...
2023 Escala Salarial del Clero Parroquial
Este es el calendario de compensación del clero parroquial de 2023 aprobado en la convención. Este documento describe la compensación del clero según el grado congregacional. Haz clic aquí para la...
2023 Parochial Clergy Salary Scale
This is the 2023 Parochial Clergy compensation schedule passed at convention. This document outlines clergy compensation based on congregational grade. Click here for the Spanish version.
Rito para la celebración y bendición de una santa unión (Opción 1)
Un rito para la celebración y bendición de una santa unión (Opción 1). Haga clic aquí para la versión en inglés.
2023 Congregation Grades
In March 2022, the Diocesan Council, upon recommendation of the diocesan Personnel Commission, froze congregation grades at 2022 levels through at least the end of 2023. Congregational grades for 2022...
Parochial Clergy Salary Scale (2022)
This is the 2022 Parochial Clergy compensation schedule passed at convention. This document outlines clergy compensation based on congregational grade. Click here for the Spanish version.
WA Cares Fund - Employers
WA Cares Fund - Individuals
Reopening Guidelines – Diocesan House
Guidelines for reopening Diocesan House due to Covid-19
Immunization Policies for the Diocese of Olympia
Immunization Policies adopted by Diocesan Council, June 24, 2021
Covid-19 Vaccination Policies for the Diocese of Olympia
Covid-19 Vaccination Policies adopted by Diocesan Council, June 24, 2021
Clergy Resource Packet
An orientation guide for clergy in the Diocese of Olympia, with links to resources.
Recurso para el clero en transición
Este es un documento de recursos para el proceso de transición del clero. Para apoyar mejor a las congregaciones en transición, la Oficina del Obispo se complace en ofrecer tanto una guía escrita de...
DRAFT Clergy Retreat Schedule
This is the draft schedule for the Clergy Retreat May 2nd -May 5th. Schedule is subject to change.
Duties and Responsibilities of Wardens
A short summary of the duties and responsibilities for a senior and junior warden of a chuch. The information is from the Vestry Resource Guide, revised by Nancy Davidge, editor, and Susan Elliott...
Transition Clergy Resource
This is a resource document for the clergy transition process. To better support congregations in transition, the Office of the Bishop is pleased to offer both a written Transition Clergy Resource...
Clergy Wellness Survey 2020
Report on the results of the clergy wellness survey for 2020
Virtual Attendance Reporting
Dear Clergy Colleagues and Lay Leaders in the Diocese of Olympia, We have all been in conversations about how to record, assess, and track virtual attendance at our worship services during this time...
Officiating Marriage if not Licensed or Resident
Here are the basic steps for approval if you wish to officiate at a wedding in the Diocese of Olympia and are not licensed or canonically resident. Requests should be made at least 60 days prior to...
Liturgical Resources for Marriage
This is the document for liturgical resources for marriage that was presented to the 79th General Convention in 2018. It includes liturgies, guidelines, and recommendations for use in same-sex wedding...
The Annual Report for Deacons
To: The Most Reverend Melissa Skelton, Bishop Provisional In accordance with the national canons: Canon III, 7b states: “Deacons shall report annually to the Bishop or the Bishop’s designee on their...
2024 Supply Clergy Compensation Rates
The supply clergy compensation rates for 2024 are as follows: Sunday/primary liturgy* with preaching: One liturgy $311.27; additional consecutive liturgies $70.84 each. ​ Sunday/primary liturgy*...
2022 Parochial Clergy Salary Scale
This is the 2022 Parochial Clergy compensation schedule passed at convention. This document outlines clergy compensation based on congregational grade. Click here for the Spanish version.
Visitation Documents
The following documents are available for preparation of a Bishop's Visitation in the Diocese of Olympia. Please note that the Planning Form, Readings, and Letters should be sent to the Office of the...
Bishop's Visitation Checklist
A checklist of items necessary for a successful Visitation by the Bishop.
Bishop Visitation Planning Form
This form is to be used as the planning form for an upcoming bishop's visitation. This form should be downloaded, completed, and returned to the Office of the Bishop no less than one month prior to...
Supply Clergy Roster
Current List of Supply Clergy. See PDF Roster linked below. If you are a canonically resident or licensed clergy who is available for supply, and is not currently on the list, please submit this form...
Annual Report for Licensed Clergy
Annual report for accounting of diaconal/priestly activity during a calendar year can be found HERE .
Diocesan Policies for the Protection of Children and Youth from Abuse
Policies for those working with children or youth
Policy Regarding Counseling Centers Connected to Congregations
Guidelines for counseling centers connected to congregations.
Procedures for Counting and Handling Money
Many Vestries and Bishop's Committees ask for help on procedures for counting and handling money that protects the congregation, its leadership and finance ministry persons when it comes to handling...
Preamble for Vestry/BC Notebook Sample Document
The roles of the rector and the vestry.
Congregational Bylaws Sample Document
This is a sample document to assist congregations in reviewing and/or establishing bylaws. The congregation's chancellor should be consulted as part of the process of amending or establishing bylaws.
The Vestry/BC Declaration
This is a document that may be used after the election of the new members of the Vestry or Bishop's Committee as new members are commissioned to serve in their elected position. It is generally signed...
Vestry/Bishop's Committee Covenant
This document is a sample of a Vestry/BC Covenant signed by all members of the Vestry or Bishop's Committee at the first meeting after election of new members to the Vestry/BC. It establishes the...
Suggested Policies and Procedures List for Congregations
A suggested list of the types of policies and procedures that a vestry might have or want to have for their congregations.
Lambeth - African Ubuntu Bible Study Method
Ubuntu Bible study method
Vestry/BC Person of the Month Sunday Duties Sample Checklist
A checklist for duties of the vestry or Bishop's Committee person of the month
Vestry/BC Person of the Month Sample Schedule
Monthly schedule sample for Vestries and Bishop's Committees
Congregational Mission and Vision Statement Sample
A sample for a mission and vision statement.
Core Passions Worksheet for Congregation Small Groups
Worksheet for discerning a congregations God-given Core Passions
Confirmand Letter Ideas
Description and Ideas for the Letter to the Bishops During Bishop visitations, we quite often have the great honor and privilege of Confirming, Receiving, and presiding over the Reaffirmation of...
Remarriage Petitions
ALL REMARRIAGE PETITIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY THE OFFICE OF THE BISHOP AT LEAST 60 DAYS PRIOR TO THE PROPOSED WEDDING DATE. Remarriage petitions should be written by the presiding priest, not the...
Marriage Celebration Agreement
Marriage Celebration Agreement, provided by the Rev. Kathleen Kingslight
The Celebration and Blessing of a Covenant Relationship (Option 2)
The Celebration and Blessing of a Covenant Relationship (Option 2)
Rite for the Celebration and Blessing of a Holy Union (Option 1)
A Rite for the Celebration and Blessing of a Holy Union (Option 1) Click here for the Spanish version.
I Will Bless You and You Will Be a Blessing
I Will Bless You, formerly known as A049 as passed at General Convention 2012
Diocese of Olympia Policy on Same Sex Blessings, January 2013
Policy on Same Sex Blessings in the Diocese of Olympia
Bishop Rickel's Pastoral Letter on Same Sex Blessings, January 2013
Bishop's January 18, 2013 pastoral letter on same sex blessings
Clergy Discretionary Funds
Policy on clergy discretionary accounts from the “Manual of Business Methods in Churches”. This is the policy that fits the national canon.
Customary for Deacons
A document addressing the function and role of the deacon in the Eucharist and various other special liturgies.
Annual Report for Non-Parochial and Retired Clergy
Report for retired and non parochial clergy listing services that have officiating at during the year
Bishop's Visitation Record Form
Bishop's Visitation Form for Confirmands and Receptions. This will be sent by the Office of the Bishop to the churches after a visit by the bishop. If it is not received shortly after the visitation...
Letter of Agreement - Deacon
A sample letter of agreement between a deacon, the bishop and the assigned church.
Church Insurance Agency Corporation and Pastoral Counseling
A list of recommendations and clarifications by The Church Insurance Agency Corporation (CIAC) in regards to pastoral counseling. Updated June, 2009.
Parish Admission Process
These guidelines are for use by the requesting mission and the reviewing committee appointed by the Office of the Bishop
Tool Kit for Conversation on Clergy Compensation
A document on how to discuss clergy compensation with the vestry or bishop's committee and wardens.
Email, Internet, & Social Media Policies & Procedures
Diocesan policy regarding email, internet and social media use by church employees. This is now incorporated in the document Archives and Records Management .
Clergy Manual
Also known as the Clergy Handbook, Manual for Clergy in the Diocese, revised March, 2021.
Visitation Customary
The visitation customary is designed to help plan for the visit of the Bishops.
Expectations for Ordained Leaders in the Diocese of Olympia
Expectations for clergy who serve or wish to serve in the Diocese of Olympia, Updated May, 2012.
Clergy Content Regarding Church Property
This is a checklist for clergy with regards to appropriate use of church property.
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