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

Communication & Marketing Service

Unlock the Power of Impactful Communications: Press Release Writing 101

Writing a press release for a ministry involves conveying important information to the public in a concise and compelling manner.

Website Building

Boost Your Church's Online Presence: The Ultimate Guide to Local Church SEO

Are you ready to bring your ministry to the forefront of online searches? Uncover the secrets of effective SEO with expert Rodney Bowen.

Strategic Communications

Facebook Group vs. Facebook Page: Which is Right for Your Church?

Social media platforms have become valuable tools for congregations to connect, engage, and share information with their communities.

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Marketing

DATA

Data Services

UMC Acronym 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

FINANCE

Financial Services

Payroll Tax Guidance & FAQs

IRS Guidance on Social Security Payroll Tax Delay - COVID 19 Update

Financial Services

Understand Electronic Giving: A Tool For Your Church

As technology grows, so does our opportunity to meet our members and community where they are.

Financial Services

Think Outside the Offering Plate

Churches often have only a few mechanisms for raising revenue, and they all center around the offering plate. However, there are...

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Finance

HUMAN
RESOURCES

HR General Support

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.

HR Recruiting

Five Steps to Effective Support Staff Recruiting

Get your staff recruiting process off to a solid start by taking care of the basics.

Compensation Study

Understanding A Compensation Study

Conducting a compensation study can serve your organization in many ways.

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Human Resources

LEGAL

Legal Webinar

Accountable Reimbursement Webinar

Check out an enlightening webinar on "Accountable Reimbursement Policies for Ministries and Churches"

News

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.

Legal Services

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.

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Legal

INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY

IT Webinar

Cybercrime Part 2 Webinar

Check out Cybercrime Part II with insurance expert Jeff Koch from United Methodist insurance - what to do if you are a victim.

IT Services

Supercharge Your Productivity with a Keyboard Shortcuts Decal

Simplify tedious tasks with our Mac printable laptop decal, featuring essential computer shortcuts to turbocharge your workflow.

IT Webinar

Cybercrime Webinar Part 1

Cyber-attacks are on the rise. How are you protecting your church’s digital assets?

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TRAVEL AND
MEETING PLANNING

Travel and Meeting Planning

Unveiling the Success of the Transformative Clergy Wellness Retreat

The Clergy Wellness Retreat 2022 brought together a diverse community, all seeking to recenter their souls.

Travel and Meeting Planning

Post-Annual Conference Reflections: 10 Essential Resources to Elevate Your Planning

Now that annual conference season is over, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the successes and challenges you experienced.

Hybrid-Virtual Meeting Planning

The Ultimate Post-Event Guide: 5 Proven Follow-Up Techniques

UMC Support’s Certified Meeting Planner drops 5 hot tips on how to host an outstanding meeting.

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Travel and Meeting Planning

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Support For Your Ministry

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INFORMATION
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TRAVEL AND
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