Membership
in the Interim Ministry Association
Download the IMA Membership Application 
Download the IMA Brochure
What does my membership in the Interim Ministry Association do?
Your membership supports a stronger voice of advocacy in the ELCA through the ELCA Conference of Bishops, synodical staffs, and the ELCA Churchwide Office on behalf of intentional interim ministry. IMA raises the concerns of interim pastors facing frequent transitions to the ELCA Board of Pensions. IMA informs you of exceptional continuing education especially designed for Lutheran intentional interim professionals. Your membership helps support an annual gathering of Lutheran interim leaders and synodical staff from across the country (and a few international participants) arranged by the National Association of Lutheran Interim Pastors (NALIP) of which IMA is a member. The IMA also supports NALIP in its work of promoting basic and advanced training courses for interim ministers.
What comes with membership in the Interim Ministry Association?
Membership in the Interim Ministry Association includes a subscription to the IMA Newsletter (sent to your e-mail address); a member discount for the Annual Continuing Education Event and Conference; and a common voice with other Lutheran interim ministers as we establish and promote interim ministry in the ELCA. Participation in the IMA also offers a place where your interim ministry concerns can be addressed or referred to the most helpful place. By participating in this association, you help inform, reform, and support this important ministry.
What is the cost and how do I become a member?
Membership dues are $60 per calendar year. Please forward your dues to:
Interim Ministry Association
c/o ELCA Vocation and Education
8765 W Higgins Road, Chicago, IL 60631.
Please include your name, address, email address, phone number and synod.