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Providing Solutions, Sustaining Ministries

New Law Gives Clergy Who Opted Out of Social Security a Chance Back In

The new Clergy Act gives ministers who previously opted out of Social Security and Medicare taxes a limited time opportunity to opt back in. Learn about the application deadline, benefit eligibility requirements, and why affected clergy should consult a tax professional before making this permanent decision.

Our Ministry is to Support Your Ministry

GCFA's ministry support services brand, UMC Support, has one goal - to provide cost effective solutions for your administrative needs so you can focus on your ministry.

Communications & Marketing

Tell Your Ministry's Story. 

Connectional Relations

Not sure what you need?

Start here!

Legal Services

Information about copyrights, taxes, and more!

Human Resources

Find and protect your greatest asset - your people. 

Information
Technology Services

Your Methodist technology experts - here for you.

Travel and Meeting Planning Services

Big meeting coming up? Peace of mind starts here!

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Great Experience

The UMC Support IT team were quick to respond when our server crashed. They worked collaboratively with me to identify the best solution.

Michael M.

Michigan Annual Conference

Valuable Guidance

The GCFA HR Team are lifesavers. They have given us valuable guidance. We are thankful for their ministry.

Bishop Schwerin

Considerable Talent

The entire NCJ team is so thankful for Brittany's help at the jurisdictional conference. We are grateful to her for making her considerable talents available to us in an urgent situation.

Lonnie C.

Greater New Jersey AC

Trusted Partners to Support Your Ministry

UMC Support is dedicated to finding ministry partners that make the day-to-day life of your ministry run smoothly.

Park Thrive helps faith organizations generate new revenue from their underused church parking lots or increase revenue from their existing parking operations. 

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Roofing Risks and Realities for Churches

September 23, 2026 01:00 PM Central Time

Mitch Sacks is the former director of insurance for GAF, North America’s Leading Roofing Manufacturer. Mr. Sacks will join us to talk roofing. Roofs are a frequent source of property claims and can be costly to maintain and replace. Get some expert tips on controlling costs and dealing with claims. Join us on April 16 at 1:00 PM C. Can’t make it? Register and you will be sent the follow up information so your ministry won’t be left out!

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