Congregation Constitutions
The 2019 Churchwide Assembly of the ELCA adopted a number of changes to the Model Constitution for Congregations of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Every congregation is to make these changes in your constitution to be in sync with the ELCA constitution. For additional assistance, contact: Rocky Mountain Synod Secretary, Alicia Harker: synodsecretaryrms@gmail.com
Pulpit Supply
The Synod Council sets guidelines for pulpit supply rates and the Office of the Bishop provides a list of leaders available for pulpit supply.
Discussion Guides and Resources
RMS Guidelines
Financial Best Practices Resources
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Congregational Audit Guide
From the ELCA Churchwide Organization. February 28, 2013. -
Congregational Treasurers Financial and Accounting Guide
From the ELCA Churchwide Organization. September 6, 2013. -
Financial Contingency Planning
From the ELCA Churchwide Organization. April 2013. -
Handling Financial Matters in the Congregation
From the ELCA Churchwide Organization. -
Internal Control Best Practices
From the ELCA Churchwide Organization. June 2013