Churches should consider using a severance agreement when a decision is made to dismiss an employee. This legal memorandum provides guidance regarding whether, when, and how severance pay may be provided to church employees who are terminated from church.NOTE: The following termination agreement is a very basic template for churches and pastors to use strictly as a resource. In this instance, upon a congregational vote to terminate, the pastor shall be immediately terminated and will be given six weeks severance pay. How do I find a specific contract? Go to the Search menu and click on Contracts. A severance agreement usually includes information on severance pay, the continuation of benefits and details on the legal responsibilities of both parties. I joined TNPC last month; however, I still need to write the letter officially terminating my membership at my parents' Methodist Church. This Settlement Agreement, dated as of December 9, 2022 (the "Agreement"), sets forth the. Request of Commissioners Court to identify items from the Consent Agenda for additional discussion and to approve remaining Consent Agenda items.