Clergy
All baptized members, be they
Clergy in the Diocese of Milwaukee
Maintaining close connections with a clergy community numbering nearly 200 and spread across southern Wisconsin is a primary concern for the bishop. Personal interaction is achieved through clergy days and congregational visits. Communication tools such as the weekly Diomil ENews email newsletter, a monthly news bulletin for the clergy, and the clergy Facebook group further enhance this sense of shared purpose and identity.
Clergy in the diocese should also be familiar with and adhere to the Policies and Procedures that protect them and their congregations.
Outreach Grants
On behalf of the diocese, the Parish Support Team is offering Outreach Grants (up to $40,000). Along with giving much-needed items like food and other necessities, an outreach ministry can also be one that seeks to raise awareness, advocates for marginalized populations, aids in accessibility, or cares for our environment.
Click here for directions and requirements. The application is available online and in printed form. Applications are due by February 24, 2024.
Clergy Resources
Bishop Visitation Preparation Form
Visitation Guidelines and Chrism Recipes
Deacon Service Checklist (updated May 2023)
Resources for Common Prayer (from the Task Force on Liturgical and Prayer Book Revision)
Clergy Directory (password required; contact Sara Bitner for password)
Clergy Minimum Compensation for 2023
Church Insurance
Marriage Judgment Application (revised January 2023)
Marriage Judgment Guidelines
Supply Clergy List
Churches in Transition
Clergy Guidelines for Leaving a Congregation
Crisis Helplines (February 2023)
Milwaukee Spiritual Directors
Deacon Handbook (updated May 2023)
Clergy Tax Preparation (2023 Clergy Tax Return Preparation Guide from the Church Pension Group)
Parish Forms
Certificate of Election of Lay Deputies
Request for Licensing of Lay Persons
Church Leader Contact Info