2026 Local Church/Charge Conference Forms
Please submit ALL completed forms electronically
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1. The forms listed are required and are grouped by responsible entity with filing instructions on each form.
2. Forms are offered in both fill-able MS Word and PDF formats when available.
3. IMPORTANT: If you use the PDF version, please download and save to your computer first, THEN re-open the file from your computer to complete and save your changes.
4. If translation of forms is needed, please contact your District Superintendent.
5. If you encounter form issues or have suggestions, please contact [email protected].
| Clergy Forms | Doc | Instructions/Guidelines | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elder/Local Pastor/DSA Self-Evaluation (2026) | doc | ||
| Deacon Self-Evaluation (2026) | doc | ||
| Annual Report of the Deacon Appointed Beyond the Local Church | Online Form | ||
| Annual Report of Elder or Local Pastor in Extension Ministry | Online Form | ||
| IRS Housing Exclusion Report (Replaces Housing & Furnishing Allowance Forms) | doc | ||
| UMPIP Contribution Form | Only use if less than 1/2 time. | Wespath PIP at a Glance | |
| Compass Contribution Election Form | Use if 1/2 time or more. | Wespath - Compass Information | |
| 2027 Clergy Compensation Recommendation Report | 2027 Clergy Comp to be completed online by clergy at https://portal.michiganumc.org Note: only appointed clergy can access this resource | Clergy Comp Worksheet For planning purposes only - final Compensation to be submitted via online form. | Instructions |
| SPRC Forms | Doc | Instructions/Guidelines | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPRC Assessment of Elder/Local Pastor/DSA (2026) | doc | Instructions | |
| SPRC First Year Review of Pastor in New Appointment (2026) | doc | ||
| SPRC Assessment of Deacon (2026) | doc | Instructions | |
| SPRC & Pastor Joint Dialogue (2026) | doc | ||
| 2027 Health Insurance Chart | 2027 Health Insurance (Tentative) | ||
| 2027 Minimum Salary Schedule | |||
| Accountable Reimbursement Policy Form |
| Church Council Forms | Doc | Instructions/Guidelines | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Profile of the Church (2026) | doc | ||
| Business of the Church Conference (2026) | doc | ||
| Agenda for Church Conference (2026) | doc | ||
| 2027 Clergy Compensation Recommendation Report | 2027 Clergy Comp to be approved online by Ad Board/Church Council/Leadership Chair at https://portal.michiganumc.org | Instructions |
| Finance Forms | Doc | Instructions/Guidelines | |
|---|---|---|---|
| GCFA Report of the Finance Committee |
| Trustees Forms | Doc | Instructions/Guidelines | |
|---|---|---|---|
| GCFA Annual Report of the Trustees | docx | ||
| GCFA Annual Accessibility Audit Form | Accessibility Audit Guidance | ||
| GCFA Insurance Worksheet | Minimum Insurance Requirements | ||
| Parsonage Information Sheet (due every 5 years) | |||
| Parsonage Inspection Form | Parsonage Policy | ||
| Insurance Coverage Standards | Insurance Coverage Standards |
| Membership Secretary Forms | Doc | Instructions/Guidelines | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Membership Report (2026) | doc | ||
| Members Attending College & Universities | ONLINE FORM |
| Recording Secretary | Doc | Instructions/Guidelines | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guidelines for Recording Secretary |
| Nominations and Leadership Development Forms | Doc | Instructions/Guidelines | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Nominations Form for Simplified Accountability System (If your church does not use SAS, submit an alternate list of your leadership.) | doc | ||
| 2027 Native American Comprehensive Plan Representative | Online Form |
| Men's Ministry Forms | Doc | Instructions/Guidelines | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Report on Men's Ministry | Online Form |
| Women's Ministry Forms | Doc | Instructions/Guidelines | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Report on Women's Ministry | Online Form |
| Other Forms and Resources | Doc | Instructions/Guidelines | |
|---|---|---|---|
| GCFA Fund Balance Report | docx | Audit Guide FAQ |
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| Equitable Compensation Application | Due October 25 | ||
| EngageMI Reporting Form | Due January 10 | ||
| Local Church Report to the Annual Conference (Statistical Tables 1, 2 and 3) | Due January 31 | ||
| Brick River Church Dashboard | Update periodically as leadership changes | Dashboard Training | |
| GCFA Forms and Resources Library |