United Methodist clergy may be appointed to serve in ministries that extend the ministry of the local United Methodist church. Elders, associate members and provisional members preparing to become elders in such appointments remain within the itinerant system. All clergy in extension ministries are accountable to the annual conference. The conference board of ordained ministry must approve the appointment of provisional members and licensed local pastors to extension ministries.
Source:2020/2024 Book of Discipline.
