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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.
Feb 1, 2023
IT Support and Savings
GNJ saved $100,000 a year after switching their provider to UMC Support.
Jan 26, 2023
2023 Technology Updates for Your Ministry
It is a great time to assess your ministry’s technology.
Jan 12, 2023
GCFA Publishes Extensive Disaffiliation Statistics
Reports of churches disaffiliating will now be published with financial and vitality statistics included.
Dec 12, 2022
GCFA Staff Helps Local Family at Christmas
GCFA recently held its annual Christmas party, where the staff staff “adopted” a local family and made sure there will be plenty of presents
Dec 8, 2022
GCFA Board Met, Approved Spending Plans, Recommended Base Percentage Rate
GCFA Board approved spending plans, recommended a base percentage rate for 2025-2028.
Nov 20, 2022
Special Clergy Tax Topics
Housing allowance is a benefit to clergy that lowers the amount of income subject to federal income tax.
Nov 1, 2022
GCFA Board Meets, Hears Financial Modeling and Projections
GCFA BOD heard an update from the Committee on General Agency & Episcopal Matters (GAEM) on general Church apportionment trends & projectios
Oct 28, 2022
Electronic Verification and the UMC Group Tax Exemption Ruling
Does your United Methodist ministry need a federal tax exemption letter? There is an easier way than applying directly to the IRS!
Oct 28, 2022
GCFA Board Adjusts Benefit Trust Distribution, Elects New Board Member
The GCFA BODs approved an adjustment to the benefit trust distribution schedule, along with electing a new member and a new Board Secretary.
Oct 2, 2022
Avoid An IRS Headache Today
Have you found yourself on hold with the IRS for a substantial amount of time? We can help.
Sep 21, 2022
Managing Performance: Do's and Don'ts
Watch this webinar by our HR team and learn the Do's and Don'ts when it comes to managing performance.
Sep 14, 2022
GCFA Board Receives Update on Clergy Wellness Events, Approves Property Sale Proceeds
The Board of Directors of GCFA held its summer meeting on August 18, 2022 and approved a resolution designating funds from a property sale
Aug 20, 2022
Five Contract Negotiating Tips for Your Next Ministry Event
An excellent contract can leave you legally and financially protected and provide you with many discounts and concessions.
Aug 9, 2022
Clergy Housing Allowance Explained
Pastors, are you maximizing the tax benefit of housing designations?
Aug 3, 2022
Digital Communications - Help Your Ministry SOAR!
Resource guide to help get you on track with your digital communications!
Aug 2, 2022
Updated Ministry Resource Guide Available
The newly updated Ministry Resource Guide published by The General Council on Finance and Administration is here!
Jul 19, 2022
Hybrid Event Pre-Event Checklist
If you’re reading this, you’re most likely in the final stages of planning a hybrid event! Stop, take a moment, and celebrate that.
Jul 14, 2022
Hybrid Event Questionnaire
Producing successful events for both in-person and virtual participants is possible as long as you engage both audiences.
Jul 14, 2022
GCFA Adds Interfaith Federal Credit Union as Newest Ministry Partner
Nashville, TN – The General Council on Finance and Administration ‒ UMC Support (GCFA) is pleased to report that Interfaith Federal...
Jul 11, 2022
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