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Supply Clergy

LAST UPDATED: February 23, 2026

The clergy listed below may be available to serve as supply clergy when they are not otherwise engaged.

The following may be understood as "norms" recognizing that specific circumstances may dictate some variation. Clergy are free to negotiate for the fee they wish to receive for services rendered. It is important that the fee be agreed upon at the time the services are arranged. Many are willing to travel. They will, of course, expect an honorarium and reimbursement for related expenses. Please understand that the supply fee includes the service(s) and the preparation time for the homily or sermon.Supply clergy are reimbursed for all related expenses: meals, lodging, telephone, and travel. The 2026 IRS allowance for mileage reimbursement is .72.5¢ per mile driven for business.

One service with sermon  $125 - $150
Two Sunday services including sermon(s)$150-$200
Funeral or Wedding $200+

Supply Clergy by Mission Area:

Cuyahoga/Northeast:

  • Peter Faass 216.849.8944
  • Rich Israel 216.401.2226
  • John Keller 440.356.7138
  • Rose Anne Lonsway 614.505.1125
  • Keith Owen 216.502.7986
  • Brad Purdom 216.410.3759
  • Patricia Sheppard 904.557.8884
  • Brad Laycock 540.521.2161

Summit:

  • Eric Funston 330.321.2300
  • Joyce Penfield 401.369.1514

West:

  • Nancy Kin 315.212.9626

South Central:

  • Doug Reans 856.630.1899
  • Joe Ashby 419.989.3868
  • Kay Ashby 419.989.5155

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