Governance Resources
Information and tools for managing and governing your Corps effectively.
Corps Mission Resource Library
Administration & Governance
Every corps, regardless of size, needs a healthy framework to support mission, communication and decision-making. This resource page brings together practical tools for administration, governance, leadership support and rolls management so local teams can serve with greater clarity and confidence.
Whether you are planning ahead, recording decisions, clarifying leadership roles or keeping rolls up to date, this library is here to help your corps stay aligned, organised and mission-focused.
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Featured Resource Collection
Corps Administration and Leadership Documents
This featured collection brings together the core documents that help corps leadership teams plan well, clarify roles, record decisions, support local officers and steward healthy governance. It is the best starting point for corps wanting a clear, practical framework for administration and leadership.
Leadership and Governance
Resources for leadership structures, position descriptions, covenants and local officer support.
Explore Leadership ToolsPlanning and Council Templates
Templates to support annual planning, reporting, agendas, minutes and action follow-up.
View Featured TemplatesCorps Administration Model
A foundational resource for understanding local corps administration, leadership structure and governance practice.
Find in Resource LibraryCorps Leadership Position Descriptions
Sample role descriptions for key corps leadership positions, including responsibilities, qualifications and supports for effective ministry leadership.
Find in Resource LibraryLeadership Covenant and Appointment Process
Resources that help formalise leadership commitments and clarify the appointment process and protocol for lay leaders.
Find in Resource LibraryLocal Officers Commission
A related certificate resource for recognising and appointing local officers within The Salvation Army.
Open CommissionAdministration and Governance Resource Library
This page is designed to help leaders quickly access the core documents most often needed for corps administration and governance. The full library below contains templates, forms, guides and leadership resources that support planning, reporting, meeting structure, local officer development and accurate rolls management.
Use the summaries on this page to explore what is available, then access the downloadable files directly through the library module below.
Administration Model
Leadership Documents
Planning Templates
Council Resources
Rolls Management
English & French Resources
Full Resource Library
Browse the complete collection of administration and governance resources below. This library includes downloadable templates, forms and supporting documents to strengthen local leadership and corps operations.
Corps Membership Roll Template
A fillable membership template for changes in Microsof Excel spreadsheet format.
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Corps Rolls Engagement Template (Word Doc)
Corps Rolls Engagement Template is a practical resource designed to support Corps Officers in thoughtfully reconnecting with individuals who are no longer actively engaged in the life of the church. It can be customized to reflect your local context and used as part of a broader effort to keep our records accurate and our relationships intentional.
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Corps Membership Roll Template
A fillable membership template for changes in Microsof Excel spreadsheet format.
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Local Officers Commission
An official document recognizing and affirming the calling and responsibilities of local officers within the corps. It formalizes the covenant between the local officer and corps leadership, emphasizing service, faithfulness, and commitment to The Salvation Army’s mission
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Corps Leadership Position Descriptions
A collection of sample role descriptions for key corps leadership positions (e.g., Corps Sergeant Major, Mission Coordinator, Discipleship Coordinator). Each outlines core responsibilities, qualifications, key measures, and supports for effective local ministry leadership
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Corps Council Minute Template
A companion to the agenda, this template captures key decisions, updates, and next steps from council or leadership team meetings. It provides structured sections for tracking mission priorities, ministry updates, and resource considerations
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Corps Council Agenda Template
An organized meeting outline to help corps councils and leadership teams stay focused. It includes space for devotions, reports, follow-ups from previous meetings, and key action items related to the corps’ mission and administration
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Corps Leader Report Template
A simple reporting form for ministry leaders to track progress against annual goals. It includes sections for recent achievements, upcoming activities, next steps, and key issues—supporting ongoing accountability and alignment with the corps’ overall plan
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Corps Annual Action Plan Template
A guided planning tool to help corps leaders set ministry priorities, review progress, and outline measurable goals for the coming year. The template encourages reflection on purpose, outcomes, and next steps for effective local mission planning
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Soldiership Transfer Form
A Soldiership Transfer Form is an official document used by The Salvation Army to facilitate the transfer of a soldier’s membership from one corps to another. It serves as a formal record of the soldier’s standing, participation, and commitment, ensuring a smooth transition between corps. The form typically includes personal details, the current and receiving corps information, and confirmation of the soldier’s good standing. It may also include a pastoral reference or endorsement from the corps officer. This process helps maintain continuity in spiritual support and service within The Salvation Army community.
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Corps Roll Binder Inserts
Updated Corps Roll Binder Inserts – Check Them Out!
Great news! We’ve refreshed our Corps Roll Binder inserts to help make Rolls Management easier for you. The latest files are now available on our website—ready for you to download and use.
Senior PCC Minute Book Fillable (English and French)
Young Peoples PCC Minute Book Fillable (English and French)
Corps-Rolls-Binder-Inserts (Single and Double Sided)
Rolls Binder Cover (11x17)
Corps Membership Roll Template (Excel Spreadsheet)
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Leadership Covenant
Lay Leadership Covenant, Certificate, Appointment Process and Protocol
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Corps Leadership Models
Guidelines for Corps Leadership Structures, including Pastoral Care Councils, Corps Councils and Senior Leadership Teams. A Companion to Orders and Regulations.
*AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH AND FRENCH*
Courtesies to the New Zealand Territory
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Corps Administration and Leadership Docs (2018)
Downloads:
- Corps Adminstration Model (2018)
- Corps Adminstration Model FR (2018)
- Corps Annual Action Plan Template,
- Corps Leader Report Template,
- Corps Council Agenda Template,
- Corps Council Minute Template,
- *Corps Leadership Position Descriptions,
- Local Officers Commision.
Available in French as well.
*Courtesies to the New Zealand Territory
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Sample - Leadership Covenant
Purpose of the Ministry Board is to provide governance, leadership & guidance regarding the vision of the church in matters related to spiritual direction, ministry, and stewardship of NCC, as we seek to be The Church in Aurora, Ontario.
Courtesies to Northridge Community Church for providing this covenant.
Featured resources at a glance
These key resources are practical starting points for local corps leadership teams. They support planning, reporting, meeting structure, role clarity and intentional follow-up.
Corps Administration Model
A foundational document for understanding corps administration, leadership structure and local governance practice.
Corps Leadership Position Descriptions
Sample role descriptions for key corps leadership positions, including responsibilities, qualifications and supports.
Corps Annual Action Plan Template
A guided planning tool to help corps leaders set ministry priorities, review progress and outline measurable goals.
Corps Council Minute Template
A template for capturing key decisions, updates and next steps from council or leadership team meetings.
Leadership and governance resources
These documents support clear structures, healthy leadership expectations and practical local governance.
Leadership Covenant
Lay Leadership Covenant, Certificate, Appointment Process and Protocol.
This resource helps corps formalise leadership commitments and clarify the process of affirming and appointing lay leaders in a consistent and intentional way.
Sample - Leadership Covenant
A sample covenant generously shared to support local adaptation.
Courtesies to Northridge Community Church for providing this covenant.
Corps Leadership Models
Guidelines for corps leadership structures, including Pastoral Care Councils, Corps Councils and Senior Leadership Teams.
This companion to Orders and Regulations is available in English and French.
Corps Leadership Position Descriptions
A collection of sample role descriptions for key corps leadership positions such as Corps Sergeant Major, Mission Coordinator and Discipleship Coordinator.
Local Officers Commission
An official document recognising and affirming the calling and responsibilities of local officers within the corps.
Rolls and records management
These resources support accuracy, pastoral intentionality and smoother local administration when tracking membership and engagement.
Corps Rolls Engagement Template
A practical resource designed to support Corps Officers in thoughtfully reconnecting with individuals who are no longer actively engaged in the life of the church.
Corps Membership Roll Template
A fillable membership template in Microsoft Excel spreadsheet format.
Soldiership Transfer Form
An official document used to facilitate the transfer of a soldier’s membership from one corps to another. This resource is also available in French.
Corps Roll Binder Inserts
Updated binder resources to help make rolls management easier and more organised.
Last updated April 2, 2025.
Legacy administration documents
This collection remains helpful for corps that need access to earlier supporting materials while working within current local ministry practice.
Corps Administration and Leadership Docs (2018) includes the Corps Administration Model (2018), Corps Administration Model FR (2018), Corps Annual Action Plan Template, Corps Leader Report Template, Corps Council Agenda Template, Corps Council Minute Template, Corps Leadership Position Descriptions and Local Officers Commission. French files are also available where noted. Courtesies to the New Zealand Territory.
