Sample Regional Staff Reflection on Transition

Part of Exit Interviews for Departing Ministers and Other Staff

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Ministerial Transitions Regional Staff Report

Regional staff are asked to share information from their perspective that will help the congregation. These reports may be submitted with the exit and transitions interviews to transitions@uua.org.

Based on the delicate nature that may be required in some situations, regional staff can request confidentiality on all but the last two questions if needed.

Reflection Questions

  1. What went well during this ministry?
  2. What did not go well?
  3. What kind of minister would be a good fit for this congregation?
  4. How did identity bias (race, gender, sexuality, ability) impact the minister and ministry?
  5. How has the congregation changed due to this ministry?
  6. Is the congregation stuck in a rut or in the past?
  7. How well is the congregation connected to the larger movement? To the wider community?

To be shared with congregational leadership, the departing minister, and future minister who serve with this congregation:

  1. What would you tell the congregation they need to focus attention on during the interim ministry?
  2. What are your hopes for this congregation?