Open Enrollment for Conference Insurance plans will begin November 1st. We will be mailing Open Enrollment materials soon. The insurance booklets for Active and Retired participants, and those on Medical Leave, are available now on the Treasurer’s Office Downloads page under Insurance.
Proposed Changes to the Tax-Exempt Group Ruling
The Internal Revenue Service proposed changes to the tax-exempt group ruling process that will negatively impact the process for maintaining group rulings if the changes are enacted. The Legal Department of the General Council on Finance and Administration (GCFA) continues to monitor the proposed changes and issued detailed guidance on the proposal and what can… Continue Reading→
Political Campaigns and The UMC
In the midst of an active political campaign season, many church leaders have questions about what a local church or church leader can do without potential ramifications on the local church. According to the IRS, certain activities violate the tax-exempt status of the church due to the prohibition of tax-exempt organizations from “directly or indirectly… Continue Reading→
Registration Open & Funds Available to Attend the Virtual Clergy Event: Wespath Benefits and Investments “Delivered to You”
With the pandemic still in our midst, Wespath is working to continue providing education to help clergy make informed benefit decisions. Thus, the inaugural Wespath Benefits and Investments “Delivered to You” event will bring education and five dimensions of well-being to all active clergy in their workplace/home space in October. Wespath Benefits and Investments “Delivered to You”… Continue Reading→
No Flu Clinic in 2020
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Conference Insurance Committee is unable to provide our usual flu shot clinic at the United Methodist Building this year. In order to protect our building employees, we must discourage visitors and gatherings of persons in the building. We strongly encourage everyone to get a flu shot to protect yourselves… Continue Reading→
Upcoming Wespath events
Mark your calendar for upcoming Wespath events focused on enhancing clergy financial well-being: August 18, 2pm–3pm CDT: Financial Well-Being 101: A webinar with Wespath Benefit Educator Frank O’Brien October 26-27: Save the date for Wespath Benefits You-niversity: Bringing Education and the Five Dimensions of Well-Being to You Virtually. More information will be available soon on the Wespath events webpage
Webinar Opportunities: What will stewardship look like in the coming months?
Webinar, Thursday, May 7, 2020, 7:30 pm EDTWhat do we say about money during the pandemic? How can we help people respond to the financial challenges that confront our congregations? Ken Sloane, Director of Stewardship & Generosity at Discipleship Ministries, will host author and pastor Jim Harnish for a webinar presentation grounded in scripture, our… Continue Reading→
COVID-19: Social Distancing and Financial Management
New resources have been added to the COVID-19 Local Church Assistance Resources page to give guidance on financial management during this time of social distancing and answer some frequently asked questions on the topic. Links to the new resources are provided below. We encourage you to continue to be vigilant in your financial responsibilities and,… Continue Reading→
COVID-19: PPP Funding – Next Steps
With the second round of funding coming available through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) of the CARES Act, churches continue to apply for assistance while some have already received funding. Recent guidance from the US Secretary of the Treasury emphasized the importance of the applicant’s certification that “[c]urrent economic uncertainty makes this loan request necessary… Continue Reading→
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