Trustees
Resources and Training
Watch the Virtual Training
Resources
From the Denomination
- Committee Overview (ResourceUMC) – A free article outlining the purpose, responsibilities, and best practices of the Board of Trustees.
- Guidelines: Trustees – A deeper dive into best practices, available for purchase from Cokesbury in print or PDF.
- Book of Discipline ¶2525-2533 – Official policies that define the roles, responsibilities, and authority of the Board of Trustees.
Safety and Accessibility
- Safer Sanctuaries – Every church is required to have a Safer Sanctuaries policy. These resources support policy development, training, and guidance for complex situations.
- Disability Ministries – Trustees are responsible for completing the Annual Accessibility Audit. Find support here.
Insurance
- Property Insurance Providers – Recommendations from the NC Conference Treasurer’s Office.
- Minimum Insurance Requirements – From the General Council on Finance & Administration.
- Property Insurance Valuation Training – A deep dive intended for District Boards of Church Location & Building members.
Well-run meetings respect people’s time and move the work forward.
For practical guidance and tools you can implement now, check out this recorded webinar covering:
- Agendas and time management
- Preparing the space for the work at hand
- Healthy group dynamics
- Maintaining forward momentum and mission focus