The apportionments calculated for and raised in 2020 fund the 2021 budget, which has decreased dramatically. There are a few changes to the budget for 2021 but the greatest driver by far is the change ... Continue Reading→
Our church provides an allowance for our pastor or lay staff to buy their own health insurance. How should we be handling this allowance?
Some local churches provide their clergy or lay staff with cash allowances to purchase health insurance coverage outside of the NC Conference Blue Cross Blue Shield group health plan. ... Continue Reading→
How do I know how much to withhold from my pastor’s paycheck for his/her benefits?
You may refer to the benefits bills you receive each month. The withholding items listed on the pension bill from the NC Conference are the Comprehensive Protection Plan (CPP) - Pastor, the ... Continue Reading→
My church is getting a new pastor. What’s going to happen to our insurance and pension bills?
District offices report appointment and compensation changes to the Conference. If you don't know what your new pastor's compensation package is, then you can find out by ... Continue Reading→
I’ve moved to a new appointment. What paperwork does my church treasurer need from me?
Clergy serving a new appointment need to complete a new Clergy Compensation Worksheet and a new Contributions Agreement to the United Methodist Personal Investment Plan. Church treasurers ... Continue Reading→
What address should I use when mailing a payment from my church?
We process all payments through one of three bank lockboxes. Please be sure to use the correct address when mailing your payments to ensure proper credit to your church record. Church Apportionments, ... Continue Reading→