The Shepherd’s Fund: Medical Expenses for Retired Clergy • November 2025 (Online Webinar)
The Shepherd’s Fund was established by a generous donor to bless retired Methodist clergy and their spouses, widows, and widowers who have faithfully served Christ and His Church. The Shepherd’s Fund provides private financial assistance when a medical or life stage crisis or event creates hardship. Great men and women of Christian faith are called to serve God as shepherds of His flock. Unlike those who work in traditional fields, many pastors do not retire with large retirement assets, and many have little money to meet the needs which can arise in later years. Join us as Derek W. McAleer explains the fund and its benefits, how it works, eligibility and how to apply, frequently asked questions, how to support the fund, and more!
Details
- When is the workshop? Wednesday, November 12th, 2025, at 11:00 am CT on Zoom
- What is the cost? This workshop is 100% FREE
- Can I earn CEU credit? Yes! .1 CEU credit is available for attending this event
- How long is the workshop? The workshop lasts for one hour
- Who are the speakers? Derek W. McAleer, and Terri Turner, AWF Foundation Executive Director
If you have any issues registering for this event, please email [email protected].
Speakers
Derek W. McAleer
Dr. McAleer retired after 42 years of active ministry in the South Georgia Annual Conference. He last served as the Treasurer, Finance and Benefits officer for the Annual Conference. Prior to that appointment, Dr. McAleer served as the fundraiser for The Methodist Children’s Home, helping to raise approximately $4 million a year to support the ministry of The Home. His earlier ministry involved pastoring churches in South Georgia.
Prior to retirement, Dr. McAleer was peripherally involved in helping set up The Shepherd’s Fund to aid retired Methodist clergy. Since retiring, he has served as Clergy Relation Coordinator for The Shepherd’s Fund, helping expand the service of TSF to new conferences.
Married to Charlene since 1980, he enjoys traveling in retirement.
Terri Turner, Foundation Executive Director
Terri Turner has been the Executive Director of the Foundation since 1991, currently overseeing over $132 million in assets for churches. A graduate of Florida State University, Terri spent 13 years in the investment brokerage business and finds her expertise as a financial consultant very helpful in counseling with church members and churches. Responsibilities with the Foundation include overseeing the administration and investment management of permanent gifts and church funds as well as developing programs throughout the conference to encourage good stewardship of God’s gifts. Terri is an active member of the Southeastern Jurisdiction of United Methodist Foundations where she has served as President and is active nationally in Foundation work as a member of the National Association of United Methodist Foundations. Terri and her family are members of FUMC in Dothan, AL.
The Foundation is partnering with Generis to provide this Game Changing Leadership online workshop.
If you have any questions about these events, please call the Foundation office at (334) 793-6820 or email [email protected].
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