Pastoral Evaluations

Pastoral Evaluation Form for Annual Review by Pastor Parish Relations Committee

This form is used by the local church Pastor Parish Relations Committee for the annual evaluation of pastors. You can fill out the online version below, or download the following Word document and send it in to us: Pastoral Evaluation Form 2025. Completed forms are due by January 31, 2025. Email to mjohnson@oimc.org

Church/Charge*
Pastor*
Pastor is (choose one)*
PPRC*
Please list the names of the PPRC Members that participated in this review:
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Pastor Gifting and Ability Comments
As you reflect on the ministry and presence of your pastor, list the areas in which you feel your pastor is especially gifted and/or gives the greatest and outstanding service to the life of your church and community.
I. Preaching and Leadership
Evaluate the work of your pastor on each of the following items, using the rating system: 4=excellent 3=good 2=fair 1=poor. Note that any item rated 4 or 1 must include a written explanation for the rating in the comments section below. Place the appropriate number after each item. (Make additional comments on any of these items in the space provided.)
Ability to preach the Word of God in sermons:*
2. Knowledgeable of the Holy Scriptures:*
3. Provides leadership in worship services*
4. Provides a good example of discipleship*
5. Is involved in evangelistic outreach*
6. Provides counseling to those in need, including grief and premarital counseling*
7. Is involved in visitation within the church and community.*
8. Is able to maintain confidentiality*
Any additional comments on the above items (write on the back if more space is needed):*
II. Administering the Sacraments
Answer the following questions, including comments as needed.
1. How often does your pastor administer Holy Communion in your church?*
2. Does your pastor regularly explain the meaning of Holy Communion?*
3. Does your pastor use lay members to serve Communion elements?*
4. Does your pastor instruct parents, sponsors and church members concerning the significance of baptism and their responsibilities to the baptized child?*
5. Does your pastor encourage persons baptized as children to become professing adult members of the church?*
Any additional comments on the above items ?*
III. Order
Evaluate the work of your pastor on the following items, using the rating system: 4=excellent 3=good 2=fair 1=poor. Note that any item rated 4 or 1 must include a written explanation for the rating in the comment section below.
1. Provides support, guidance and training to the lay leadership of the church.*
2. Participates in the Christian education program of the church*
3. Helps guide the church in planning, setting goals and evaluation of its mission.*
4. Seeks out and counsels those interested in going into ministry..*
5. Uses the Book of Discipline as a guide for conducting church administration*
6. Provides pastoral reports to the charge conference.*
7. Provides leadership for fundraising efforts of the church as put forth by the congregation.*
8. Instructs the congregation about the importance of paying full apportionments and leads by example in personal stewardship and tithing*
9. Instructs the congregation about the importance of keeping accurate church records.*
10. Participates in opportunities for training and improvement of pastoral skills*
11. Participates in regional, district, and conference events.*
Any additional comments on the above items to clarify this rating?
IV. Service
Answer the following questions. Please give specific examples when possible.
1. How does your pastor model Jesus' example of service to others in your church?
2. How does your pastor model Jesus' example of service to others in the community? To the world outside your community?
3. How has your pastor guided the church toward building bridges in your community, between your church and other churches and between your church and other faith communities?
4. In what ways has your pastor led the church to be involved in community, ecumenical, and inter-religious efforts beyond the four walls of your church?
V. Effectiveness with the Unique Needs of OIMC
Evaluate the work of your pastor on the following items,using the rating system: 4=excellent 3=good 2=fair 1=poor. Note that any item rated 4 or 1 must include a written explanation for the rating in the comment section below.
1. Respects their own tribal heritage*
2. Respects the tribal heritage of all Native persons (within the church and in the outside community)*
3. Understands and teaches church members about the unique history of OIMC*
4. Has knowledge of tribal/Native American entities within the immediate community.*
5. Works cooperatively with tribal entities within the community.*
6. Is able to provide counseling to persons regarding traditional/tribal beliefs and/or is able to make referrals to an appropriate resource person.*
7. Understands the limited financial capability of OIMC churches and uses good stewardship in caring for and maintaining the church parsonage.*
Any additional comments on the above items?
VI. Recommendations
1. Please list the areas of study and/or improvement you expect for your pastor. Please note that these comments are intended for the building up and improvement of your pastor.
2. How can the PPRC assist your pastor with improving his/her work?
3. How can the PPRC show appreciation to your pastor for areas of outstanding service?
Name of PPRC Chairperson*
Email*
Enter Email Confirm Email
Date*
MM slash DD slash YYYY
PPRC Members Present for Completion of This Form*
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
PPRC Members Who Did Not Participate in the Completion of This Form*
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Comments
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