Employee Handbook – Download

Description

This ebook is a clear and practical Church Employee Handbook created for pastors and church leaders.
Delivered as an editable document, it helps churches set clear expectations for staff while creating a healthy, orderly, and respectful work environment.

Built in Real Ministry Settings

This handbook was created by Dr. Bryan Cutshall and developed inside an active church environment. It reflects real staff roles, real policies, and real day-to-day church operations. Every section is designed to protect both the church and its employees.

Why Ministry Leaders Use This Ebook

• Create clear expectations for staff behavior and responsibilities

• Bring consistency to workplace policies and procedures

• Protect the church with documented guidelines

• Improve communication between leadership and staff

• Reduce confusion around hours, pay, benefits, and conduct

What’s Inside This Ebook

This Church Employee Handbook provides clear guidance for church staff and leadership, including:

• Hiring and employment processes

• Staff structure and reporting lines

• Office hours, attendance, and workplace guidelines

• Confidentiality and information protection

• Technology, internet, and computer usage policies

• Dress code and personal conduct expectations

• Office procedures and purchasing policies

• Compensation, payroll, and benefits

• Holidays, vacation, and personal time

• Performance evaluations and discipline

• Staff training and leadership development

• Termination and resignation procedures

Each section explains what is expected, why it matters, and how to maintain a healthy church work environment.

Format and Ease of Use

Delivered as an editable document, this handbook can be customized to match your church’s culture, leadership structure, and policies. It works well for onboarding, staff training, and ongoing reference.

Who This Is For

Pastors, executive pastors, church administrators, HR teams, office staff, ministry staff, and churches seeking clarity and consistency for employees.

How to Use This Resource

• Download instantly

• Review with leadership

• Customize policies to fit your church

• Share with current and new staff

• Revisit as your team grows