NCD Resource Book
who is the North Central District and how do they serve?
NCD Strategic Plan
helps us keep “churches first” and focus on our key areas of opportunity, including our commitments, priorities, new initiatives
Pastoral Residencies and Internships
how to contribute and gather from God’s leadership pipeline
Seminary Scholarships
encouraging pastoral development through financial assistance
Pastoral Candidate Affirmations
ensuring the pastors we endorse for ministry positions in our district are aligned with the EFCA
NCD Affiliation
how does a church join our EFCA and NCD family of churches?
Credentialing
clarification, eligibility, and pathway toward credentialing with the EFCA
Lead Pastor Transitions
guidance on interim leadership, healthy transitions and the pastoral search process
Pastoral Compensation
general principles and framework to help congregations establish generous, fair and fruitful practices
Healthy Church Budgets
church budgeting guidance from the NCD and Christian Investors Financial
Protecting the Vulnerable
guidance for churches as they seek to protect the vulnerable and strengthen church integrity
Mission Involvement
resources and ideas for both church and individual mission involvement
Counseling Resources
for pastors and church leaders
Sabbatical for Ministry Leaders
considerations and practices for restorative rest and longevity in ministry
Anderson House
Information about the place for Sabbath rest and renewal at Camp Shamineau
Clusters, Networks, Licensing Groups
affinity groups who meet regularly for encouragement and support between churches
Purity Resources
help for pastors and church leaders to experience renewed purity, freedom, and joy
Partner Ministries
resources and helps through ministries with whom we partner