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Phone: 612-870-3610 
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Evaluation of the Transition Time and Pastor

To be submitted by the congregational president and four other members of the executive committee or anyone else that you would designate who is in a leadership position in the congregation.

The completed form will be directed to the assigned Bishop's Associate. The information included on these forms will be kept confidential.


Interim Pastor:
Congregation Name:
From:
To:
Please rank this transition pastor's skills/abilities in the following categories by circling the appropriate number on the scale.                    
Low                                               High
1. Started out well, i.e., gained acceptance and trust readily. 

1      2      3     4      5

 
2. Encouraged lay leadership.

1      2      3     4      5

 
3. Worked well with volunteers. 1      2      3     4      5

 
4. Listened effectively, with grace, and understanding. 1      2      3     4      5

 
5. Dealt well with grief, anger, healing hurts and division. 1      2      3     4      5

 
6. Showed good administrative skills, including planning, decision making, and leading. 1      2      3     4      5

 
7. Knew the tasks needed during the interim period. 1      2      3     4      5

 
8. Was confident, calm and mature. 1      2      3     4      5

 
9. Was effective in leading and planning worship. 1      2      3     4      5

 
10. Was a competent and relevant preacher. 1      2      3     4      5

 
11. Handled conflict well. 1      2      3     4      5

 
12. Worked well with staff. 1      2      3     4      5

 
13. Used time well, was reliable, available, and conscientious. 1      2      3     4      5

 
14. Finished up well, i.e. brought interim period to an end. 1      2      3     4      5

 
15. Demonstrated an appropriate sense of humor. 1      2      3     4      5

 
16. Provided effective pastoral care. 1      2      3     4      5

 
The Covenant for Transition Pastoral Ministry identifies eight goals for the period of transition. Please indicate how well these goals were achieved with number "1" indicating "somewhat achieved" to "5" indicating "achieved." Please comment on each of the eight goals.                    
Somewhat achieved                    Achieved
1. Maintaining the viability of the congregation. 

1      2      3     4      5
2. Bring closure to the previous pastor's ministry. 

1      2      3     4      5
3. Reinforce the ministry of the laity. 

1      2      3     4      5
4. Clarify the mission of the congregation. 

1      2      3     4      5
5. Address specific and special needs of the congregation. 

1      2      3     4      5
6. Provide for a congregation self-study and development of a vision and mission plan. 

1      2      3     4      5
7. Strengthen denomination ties. 

1      2      3     4      5
8. Prepare the congregation to enter the call process. 

1      2      3     4      5
Please list the strengths of the transition pastor and if applicable any concerns in recommending this individual. 
Sum up, in your words, what you think was the impact of transition ministry on the life of your congregation.

Name of person completing this form:
Position/Title:
Date:
Address:

City:

State, Zip:

 

Daytime Phone:
Evening Phone: