call process

I've known that the Methodists have Itinerant Pastors, but I don't really know how it all works. Is it a yearly thing where pastors might move or might be appointed? Or a different time? It's every two years? Every five years? Does it depend on the Annual Conference? Do pastors stay in...

I was trying to explain the ELCA call process to somebody (just a general conversation to compare with Methodists). I think I got it right, in general. I've been through it a few times, but still . . . An ELCA congregation puts out a notice that they need a new pastor. People apply with...

I was wondering about the structure of the United Methodist Church and how things work for each congregation. I joined a local UMC as an associate or affiliate member (whichever they call it) as I am comfortable there for a local church, but I wanted to keep my membership with the ELCA, but my...