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. We've created a sample employee termination form for church leaders. This download includes: Download the form here. The severance package just outlines how it will go down. Generally the employer is offering you money in exchange for specific actions from you. A severance agreement usually includes information on severance pay, the continuation of benefits and details on the legal responsibilities of both parties. Church shall pay for Employee's benefits for ninety (90) Days following the Termination Date. I joined TNPC last month; however, I still need to write the letter officially terminating my membership at my parents' Methodist Church.