Retiring-Well-Michigan-District-LCMS_2025_FINAL.pdf
This PDF document includes resources for both the retiring pastor and the congregation whose pastor is retiring.
It includes:
Guidelines and ethics for retiring pastors in the LCMS
Checklist - When a Pastor is planning to retire.
Guidelines for establishing a ministry covenant with former called workers
Helpful links and resources
Application for inactive status form and annual reporting form for Emeriti
Transitional Interim Ministry Information
Supporting Documents
- Sample Ministry Covenants
- Sample Honorary Title for Pastor
- Compensation Guidelines for Guest Preachers