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BOM - Leave Forms

Your BOM Forms:

--> Pastoral Leave:

For a comprehensive overview of the different leave options and financial support programs during that time - click HERE

Long Term Leave Request: 
The following applications and form are related to a long-term renewal leave request. Applications are due June 1 for those who wish to take a long-term renewal leave after Dec. 1.
-   Long-Term Renewal Overview/Guidelines 
-   Long-term Renewal Application
-   Long-term Renewal Formational Plan
-   Pastoral Coverage Grant 

Short Term Leave Request: 
The Short-term Renewal Leave (Continuing Education and Spiritual Growth Leave BOD 350.2) is for clergy who are members in full connection of the Dakotas Annual Conference (Deacons, Elders, or Associate Members) and Local Pastors. Clergy are eligible to take a renewal leave to seek rest and renewal, educational opportunities, and/or spiritual growth of four weeks every four years. The time away is in addition to vacation time. There is no formal application. The pastor discusses the leave intention with the SPRC and/or Leadership Team. The pastor contacts the district superintendent to share and ensure support for the short-term renewal plan. The local church continues providing compensation and benefits during the pastor’s leave. The application is the same as for Pastoral Coverage Grant request (see link below). 
-   Pastoral Coverage Grant Request: https://www.dakotasumc.org/resources/forms/2996
-   New Parent Leave Request: https://www.dakotasumc.org/resources/forms/3006

--> Continuing Education:

Continuing Education Request: https://www.dakotasumc.org/resources/forms/3008 

>> Please also check out our Clergy Development and Clergy Total Well-Being webpages for further resources.<<

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