Support For Your Ministry

At GCFA and UMC Support, our ministry services brand, our ministry is to help your ministry. If you have an idea or a need for a resource, please contact us!

COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING

Brand Identity In Ministry

This resource helps ministries create a strong brand identity with tools for leaders to guide their ministry story

Communication & Marketing Service

8 Things To Consider When Building Your Website

Your website needs to be welcoming, authentic, and user-friendly. Here are 8 things to consider when building your website.

Website Building

Sharing Joy This Season: FREE Christmas Cards!

Download Your FREE Customizable Christmas Cards.

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Marketing

DATA

UMC Acronyms Guide

Whether you're new to the church or was raised in it from youth, it can be hard to keep up with all these UMC acronyms.

Data Services

Virtual Worship Reporting

With virtual worship growing, there many questions on how to count viewers. Use this resource to gain an accurate number to report.

Data Services

Understanding Data Terms

Use this resources to help understand and define data terms used within the Methodist Church.

Data Services

Data

FINANCE

Right Size Your Ministry Budget

Right-size your budget after a crisis with our comprehensive guide for a sustainable future. Read our guide to learn how.

Local Church

Church Office Best Financial Practices

We put together a 4 tips to make sure your church is committed to financial best practices to avoid errors and prevent fraud.

Financial Services

Understanding Restricted and Designated Funds in United Methodist Churches

Clarifying Financial Terms for Better Stewardship In the realm of church finances, understanding the differences between restricted and...

Financial Services

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Finance

HUMAN
RESOURCES

Understanding Your Responsibilities Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as an Employer

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal law that makes it unlawful to discriminate in employment against a qualified individual with a disability.

Local Church

HR Interview Tips for your Ministry

Explore our comprehensive guide and start improving your selection process today!

HR Recruiting

How to Screen Resumes to Find the Right Candidate

Our step-by-step guide will help you identify talent with ease. Master the art of resume screening and start making smart hiring decisions!

HR Recruiting

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Human Resources

LEGAL

9 Common Church Copyright Myths

We clear up some of the common misunderstandings that we’ve encountered when it come to copyright myths.

Boost Your Church’s Visibility: Get Listed on GuideStar

Churches under the UMC Group Ruling aren’t in IRS Select Check—get listed on GuideStar to verify 501(c)(3) status for donors!

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The Clergy Housing Allowance Exemption

Recent Clergy Housing Allowance Concerns Following Funding Freeze Announcement (And Rescission) Recently, the General Council on Finance...

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Legal

INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY

Five Tips to Protect Your Ministry from Ransomware

Ransomware attacks have become the top choice of hackers. We want to help your ministry avoid a costly and time-consuming ransomware attack.

IT Services

Your Ministry Should Upgrade to Windows 11

With Windows 10 support ending on October 14, 2025 , now is the perfect time to upgrade to Windows 11 . This latest version of...

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The Power of a Safe Word: How a Simple Practice Can Protect Your Ministry

Scammers are increasingly using phone calls to impersonate pastors, administrators, and even district superintendents. Detect the fraud before it's too late.

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