Generosity Matters | Winter 2022 Newsletter

Bequest Revitalizes Maplesville UMC

Much has been done over the years to preserve Maplesville UMC, but it was not until a bequeath from third-generation descendants of the Foshee Family that the church was able to repair some of the building’s structural issues and purchase an adjacent lot to enlarge the walking garden area…Continue Reading

Ministries to Churches & Individuals

Regardless of any changes that may occur, we want to reassure you that our Foundation, a 501c3 organization, is positioned to continue providing services to both Methodist and historically Methodist churches, institutions, and individuals as we have done since 1979. There will not be any significant changes in our services, and your investments will remain secure…Continue Reading

Accepting Ministerial and Lay Scholarship Applications

Did you know ministerial, and some lay, scholarships are available through the Foundation? The Foundation is proud to administer scholarships established by United Methodist donors for the benefit of United Methodist students…Continue Reading

Game Changing Leadership: Understanding Clergy Taxes

Clergy face some unique challenges when it comes to things like Social Security payments, estimated tax payments, housing allowances or exclusions, and reimbursed expenses. There are questions you may have about the implications of the pandemic on your 2021 tax situation. Your corner tax preparer may not understand the unique situation of clergy and finding a preparer who does can save you substantially in money and aggravation. Join us as Ken Sloane and Don Joiner, a certified financial planner, help us navigate the preparation of clergy taxes and planning for a sound financial future….Continue Reading

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