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2023 New IT Updates for Your Ministry Webinar
Are your ministry’s computer keeping up with all you have to do? Learn how the power to update your computer may already be in your control.
Jun 20, 2023


Employment Law Update
Check out GCFA’s latest employment law webinar, covering various topics including New EEOC Data Requirements, New “Final” Rule.
Jun 20, 2023


UMC Support KnowBe4 Demo Webinar
KnowBe4 Security Service can help your annual conference or Methodist agency protect itself from threats in our increasingly virtual world.
Jun 20, 2023


Local Church Learning Session: eGiving + Connectional Giving Webinar
We will provide solutions to encourage your congregation to give outside of the offering plate on Sunday mornings and more!
Jun 20, 2023


Fact From Fiction: UMC Trust Clause - A Case Analysis (Update Inside)
Incomplete information about lawsuits can lead local churches to develop unrealistic expectations about pursuing legal strategies.
Jun 14, 2023


Clergy Discretionary Funds Webinar
Join GCFA’s General Counsel Bryan Mills as he explains what you need to know about Clergy Discretionary Funds to protect your ministry.
May 24, 2023


Connectional Table & General Council on Finance and Administration Boards Affirm Budget Allocations
Connectional Table and GCFA met to discuss the allocations to the to the apportioned funds entity oversees.
May 19, 2023


Unleash Productivity with a Keyboard Shortcuts Decal
If you’ve ever performed the “CTRL + C” function to copy text, then you’ve experienced the power of shortcuts.
May 10, 2023


First Quarter General Church Finances
GCFA of the United Methodist Church has released the financial updates on general Church apportionment collections for quarter 1 of 2023.
May 4, 2023


GCFA Requests Reconsideration on Judicial Council Decision No. 1472
Board voted to request that the Judicial Council reconsider Decision No. 1472’s session must be scheduled between 1/1/25 and 12/31/2027
Apr 28, 2023


Incorporation of a Local Church
GCFA’s legal team has written a handy guide to walk you through incorporating your local church.
Apr 24, 2023


Ministry Guide to Color Psychology
Did you know colors can have an affect on your ministry? It’s important to know which colors are evoking amongst current and future members.
Apr 21, 2023


How to Work from Home Like a Boss
Your home office setup can help make or break you, so we’ve got tips and tricks to create the ultimate home office and achieve WFH success.
Apr 6, 2023


Loan Forgiveness for Ministry Employees
After facing exclusion from the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, employees of religious non-profits can now qualify.
Apr 6, 2023


Do You Have to Negotiate Contracts for Your Ministry?
GCFA's Travel & Meeting Planning Department has five proven tips to negotiate your next contract effectively.
Apr 5, 2023


Technology Updates
Is now a good time for you to look at your ministry's technology, and perhaps contemplate an upgrade?
Mar 10, 2023


Large Church Events: 10 Steps to Alleviate Stress & Elevate Success
Our Travel & Meeting Planning Department has created a 10-step checklist that you can begin today!
Mar 9, 2023


Do You Plan Meetings for Your Ministry? Here's the Top Trends in 2023 Coming Your Way
We’ve identified the 5 top trends that Travel and Meeting Planners throughout the UMC can expect to see in 2023.
Feb 28, 2023


GCFA Celebrates Conferences Paying 100% Apportionments; Agency Releases 2022 Impact Report
GCFA’s General Secretary and Treasurer Rev. Moses Kumar announced seven jurisdictional annual conferences paid their apportionments in full.
Feb 17, 2023


5 Tips To Follow Up On Meetings
Our certified meeting planner has created a list of best practices to follow up with your attendees.
Feb 9, 2023
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