Clergy - Get Started

As a Pastor you have the opportunity in various settings to interpret the meaning of Christian giving in the context of financial support for your congregation, annual conference and the general church. You wear many hats in the local congregation and beyond. In this section, you will find FAQ’s by clergy, sermon starters, mission moments and more and other inspirational stories of sharing to use in helping you prepare to meet the needs of your congregation.

We need your help in educating your congregation about connectional giving.

The Seven Apportionment Funds:

Africa University Fund
Black College Fund
Episcopal Fund
General Administration Fund
Interdenominational Cooperation Fund
Ministerial Education Fund
World Service Fund

The Six Churchwide Special Sundays with Offerings:

Human Relations Day Sunday
One Great Hour of Sharing Sunday
Native American Ministries Sunday
Peace With Justice Sunday
World Communion Sunday
United Methodist Student Day Sunday

Designated Giving:

The Advance
World Service Special Gifts
Bishop’s Appeals

 

Thank you for your support!