Updated Guidelines for Clergy Compensation Now Available
The Office of Pastoral Life, chaired by His Grace Bishop Alexis, has released updated Guidelines for Clergy Compensation. The guidelines cover determinations for the minimum salary of full-time clergy in parishes of the Orthodox Church in America, housing allowance, vacation, and other necessary expenses when determining compensation. These updated guidelines were blessed by the Holy Synod of Bishop at their recent meeting in November of 2020 and replace the previous guidelines from 1995. An additional document outlining the Clergy Housing Equity Salary Program for clergy who live in parish-owned housing is also provided.
Questions regarding the implementation of these guidelines should be directed to the respective Diocesan Chancellor.