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Clergy Standing

Standing is a term that is similar to authorization for clergy in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Literally it means that the Church "stands with you" and confirms that clergy have met the qualifications to serve as commissioned or ordained ministers.

TFPCOM - the document that governs processes and policies for clergy standing
- English version
- Spanish version
Clergy Helps Manual 2024 Edition - contains an overview of all the material below in one place. Click here.
Standing Renewal - Every year clergy serving in our Greater Kansas City Region apply to renew their standing. Before we apply, we make sure that we are current in our required continuing education. We all participate in learning experiences described later in this document focusing on Healthy Boundaries and Anti-racism every three years.
- Use your online Regional profile to update your information, document your continuing education, and check the boxes indicating that you are applying for standing renewal.

Standing and Other Important Clergy Resources & Documents

2 Renewal Form Methods:

Online Option #1: http://tinyurl.com/GKCDoCStanding (Preferred)

Manual Form/Mailing Option #2: Click Here to Print

Regular USPS Mail-in Process: (Please contact office@kcdisciples.org to advise mail option was chosen) Next step would be to (Click Here) Print, fill out the form and mail to: 9401 JOHNSON DRIVE MERRIAM KANSAS 66203. Our office will email you a scanned copy once the renewal form has been received.

Other Clergy Forms & Resources Below