Resource Guides

With our goal to EQUIP FOREST LAKES DISTRICT MINISTRY LEADERS, we have made the following resources available to you! The heart behind each and every resource is to further multiply the kingdom and raise up disciples.

  • Church Compensation Guide

    Guidelines & resources for determining ministry leader salaries!

  • Protecting the Vulnerable

    Physical & emotional safety should be of the highest priority. Learn how to make your church a place safe place for those in your congregation.

  • Benefits of Affiliation

    Learn about the services and support that the Forest Lakes District provides to our churches.

  • Elder Board Resources

    Building a healthy elder board is a very important process for the life and health of a church body. See resources & a sample elder covenant.

  • Partnership Brochure

    View our partnership brochure that outlines what it looks like to become a part of the Forest Lakes District!

  • Recommended Emergency Policies & Procedures

    Read on to find a list of highly recommended policies that every church should create and communicate.

  • Ordination Service Guide

    For those who have completed ordination through the EFCA, here is a resource with all the information you will need to know to plan your Ordination service.

  • Steps to Affiliation

    What does the process of affiliation look like with the FLD and EFCA? Click to read about the process!

  • Staffing Resources

    Are you hiring or looking for a ministry job? This resource can connect you to organizations that can help you in your search!

 More resources to come!