Re-assignment

Occasionally circumstances change in either the synod of assignment or the candidate’s life situation. When opportunities to find a suitable placement have been exhausted in the synod of assignment, the candidate and the synod bishop may determine that re-assignment is necessary. Re-assignment will normally be considered only after a minimum of 90 days has elapsed after assignment to a synod and when no possible call opportunities are imminent. Re-assignment means that a candidate’s name is re-entered in the next available churchwide assignment consultation. The candidate must secure a written release from the bishop of the assigned synod. This is sent to assignment@elca.org and initiates the process. The candidate also sends a written request to assignment@elca.org asking to be released from the initial assignment and briefly stating the reasons for this request. The candidate should review the previously submitted Forms A, B, R, and the Rostered Leader Profile, and make appropriate revisions. This paperwork must be submitted in accordance with the deadlines for the assignment paperwork and e-mailed to assignment@elca.org.