Manual of Operations
Presbytery of the Highlands of NJ
G-3.0106 Administration of Mission
Mission determines the forms and structures needed for the church to do its work. Administration is the process by which a council implements its decisions. Administration enables the church o give effective witness in the world to God’s new creation in Jesus Christ and strengthens the church’s witness to the mission of the triune God…Each council shall develop a manual of administrative operations that will specify the form and guide the work of mission in that council.
Presbytery Bylaws and Meetings - Policies and Guidelines
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03/10/26
Bylaws – Presbytery of the Highlands 2025
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03/10/26
Electronic, Virtual or Hybrid Meetings Policy 2025
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03/10/26
Ethical Standards for Ordained Ministers of Word and Sacrament – November 2025
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03/10/26
Bylaws – Presbytery of the Highlands 2025
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03/10/26
Commission on Ministry – Highlands Presbytery
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03/10/26
Children, Youth and Adults with Vulnerabilities Protection Policy
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11/06/25
Anti-Harassment Policy 2025
Committee, Commissions and Team Descriptions
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03/10/26
Committee on Preparation and Leadership Development
Committee on Preparation
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03/10/26
Administration and Coordinating Commission Description
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03/10/26
Committee on Representation Description
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03/10/26
Young Leader Formation Team
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03/10/26
Commission on Ministry – Highlands Presbytery
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03/04/21
The Nominating Committee of PHNJ
The Nominating Committee Description
Ethical Standards and Child Protection Policies
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03/10/26
Children, Youth and Adults with Vulnerabilities Protection Policy
Commission on Ministry Policies and Terms of Call
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09/16/25
2026 Terms of Call Worksheet
Presbytery 2026 Terms of Call Worksheet
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09/08/25
2026 Minimum Terms of Call
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09/03/25
2026 BOP requirements and recommendations
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05/27/26
Family and Medical Leave Policy – updated 2026
Family and Medical Leave Policy - updated 2026
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03/10/26
Ethical Standards for Ordained Ministers of Word and Sacrament – November 2025
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03/10/26
Children, Youth and Adults with Vulnerabilities Protection Policy
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11/06/25
Anti-Harassment Policy 2025
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09/03/25
Code of Ethics for COM Members
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09/03/25
Ordination Process and Service in the Presbytery of the Highlands
Ordination Service in the Presbytery of the Highlands
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09/03/25
Session Rotation Requirement Exemption Policy
Session Exemption Policy
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09/03/25
2026 BOP requirements and recommendations
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09/03/25
Clergy Care Fund Policy
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09/03/25
Your Appointed Moderator
Your Appointed Moderator Policy and guidelines
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03/11/25
Retired Pastors/Retirement Policy
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03/19/24
Pastoral Relationships in the Presbytery of the Highlands
Pastoral Relationships for the Presbytery of the Highlands
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10/30/23
Dissolution Agreement for Pastors, Session and Congregations
What is a dissolution agreement?
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05/24/21
Validated Ministry Policy
Validated Ministry Policy
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05/24/21
Background Check Application
Background Check Application for the Presbytery of the Highlands of New Jersey
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03/10/21
Criminal Background Check Policy
Criminal Background Check Policy for the Presbytery of the Highlands of New Jersey
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03/03/21
Sexual Misconduct Policy – Highlands Presbytery
Revised and review Sexual Misconduct Policy Highlands Presbytery
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08/30/26
Pulpit Supply List – September 2026
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05/27/26
Family and Medical Leave Policy – updated 2026
Family and Medical Leave Policy - updated 2026
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05/07/26
Presbytery Worship Bulletin 12 May 2026
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03/13/26
2025 Session Minutes Review Information
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09/03/25
Your Appointed Moderator
Your Appointed Moderator Policy and guidelines
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09/03/25
Session Rotation Requirement Exemption Policy
Session Exemption Policy
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09/03/25
2026 BOP requirements and recommendations
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03/10/26
Commissioned Ruling Elder Policy May 2024
Property and Insurance Policies and Resources
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05/14/24
PILP Investment and Loan Policy and Guidelines
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02/26/23
Model Lease Agreement
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03/04/21
Capital Construction Loan Policy – PHNJ
Capital Construction Loan Policy - Highlands Presbytery
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03/04/21
Emergency Loan Policy – Presbytery of the Highlands of NJ
Emergency Loan Policy of the Highlands Presbytery of NJ
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04/10/23
Manse Assessment Form
This manse form is recommended to be completed by churches annually to serve as a guide for needed maintenance and upgrades. Please contact the Property & Insurance Team with any questions.
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11/12/21
Building Use License Agreement – The Highlands Presbytery
Building Use License Agreement - 2021
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03/04/21
Historic Grant Policy of Highlands Presbytery of NJ
Historic Grant Policy of Highlands Presbytery NJ
Commission on Preparation for Ministry
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03/10/26
Commissioned Ruling Elder Policy May 2024
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03/10/26
Committee on Preparation and Leadership Development
Committee on Preparation
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08/27/24
Preparation for Ministry Handbook and Policies – updated March 2024
Preparation for Ministry Handbook and Policies for the Presbytery of the Highlands - updated March 2024
Presbytery Staff and Volunteers Position descriptions
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11/04/21
Treasurer Description
Treasurer Description
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11/04/21
Acting Stated Clerk Description
Acting Stated Clerk 2021 -2022
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11/04/21
Financial Manager Description
Financial Manager Description
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11/04/21
Office Manager description 2021
Office Manager Description
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11/04/21
Presbytery Leader Description – Transition and Pandemic
Presbytery Leader Description
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11/04/21
Moderator and Vice Moderator Description
Moderator and Vice Moderator Description
Financial Management - Policies and Guidelines
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11/10/23
Fully Accountable Expense Reimbursement Sample Policy
Sample policy
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11/10/23
Investment Policy – Presbytery of the Highlands
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11/10/23
Investment Policy Sample and Suggestions
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04/09/21
The Guide to Financial Activity in the Church
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12/01/18
Gift Acceptance Policy
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12/01/18
Record Retention Guidelines
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12/01/18
Audit – what’s included in a full review
