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    • Who We Are
    • Our Team
    • Ministry Partners
    • Events
  • Ministries
    • Synod Womens Organization
    • Racial Equity & Justice
    • Hunger Table
    • Creation Care Team
    • Behold! The New Has Come
  • Congregations
    • Worship Resources
    • Constitution Resources
    • Stewardship Resources
    • Congregation Forms
    • Guidance for Policies
    • Worship Supply
    • Compensation Guidelines
    • Call Process Resources
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About Compensation Guidelines

Our compensation guidelines ensure fair pay for rostered leaders, reflecting ongoing reviews and the diverse resources of our congregations. Developed by dedicated task force, these guidelines uphold our commitment to support clergy and staff across the synod.

MN Paid Leave Launch

Starting January 1, 2026, Minnesota introduces its Paid Family and Medical Leave program to support employees with paid time off for health and family needs.

Learn More

Compensation Resources

2026 Word & Service Compensation (pdf)Download
2026 SAM Compensation Guidelines (pdf)Download
Parsonage Compensation 2026 (pdf)Download
Housing Allowance 2026 (pdf)Download
NWMN Lay Compensation 2026 (pdf)Download
Deacons Compensation 2025 (pdf)Download
Sacrament & Parsonage Compensation 2025 (pdf)Download
Sacrament & Housing Allowance 2025 (pdf)Download
SAM Compensation 2025 (pdf)Download
Lay Compensation 2025 (pdf)Download
Pastor Compensation & Benefits Form (pdf)Download
2026 Comp NWMN LAY (pdf)Download

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