Ministerial Fellowship
The Ministerial Fellowship Committee (MFC) has jurisdiction over all phases of ministerial credentialing. Candidates for ministerial fellowship are interviewed by the Committee before fellowship is granted. Additionally, the MFC has the authority to remove ministerial fellowship.Credentials for Professional Ministry: Ministerial Fellowship is granted by the Association to those who meet and maintain the high standards and requirements for Unitarian Universalist Ministry. The MFC, appointed by the Board of Trustees, grants fellowship and governs the rules and policies which apply. Information about preparation and Ministerial Fellowship may be obtained from Ministerial Credentialing.
Disciplinary Reviews: are handled by the MFC. Ethical or conduct complaints not resolved directly within the congregation or with the assistance of the District Executive may be addressed to the MFC. The Director of Congregational Services advises complainants of appropriate steps and resources. A brief summary of Complaint Procedures is available upon request.
Ministerial Misconduct: Field Staff and Districts provide the primary consultation and support for congregations and their leadership. Contact your district office. The MFC is charged with significant ethical or conduct concerns with could lead to disciplinary action. A complainant or a member of UUA Field Staff may address concerns about misconduct to the Director for Congregational Services, safecongregations @ uuaorg. Field Staff / Districts have resources and information available, and also provide consultation. In many instances complaints can be resolved directly with a minister, within congregational structures, or with assistance from Field Staff.
Sample Questions: The MFC has approved a list of sample questions for candidates (PDF) that have been asked at recent meetings.
For more information contact mfcassistant @ uua.org.
Last updated on Monday, July 30, 2007.
