Support For Your Ministry

At GCFA and UMC Support, our ministry services brand, our ministry is to help your ministry. If you have an idea or a need for a resource, please contact us!

COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING

8 Things To Consider When Building Your Website

Your website needs to be welcoming, authentic, and user-friendly. Here are 8 things to consider when building your website.

Website Building

Sharing Joy This Season: FREE Christmas Cards!

Download Your FREE Customizable Christmas Cards.

Local Church

Website Tips for Churches: Domain Best Practices

Make sure you never lose access to your web address, or “domain”. Learn the basics of domain management and why it matters!

Local Church

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Marketing

DATA

UMC Acronyms Guide

Whether you're new to the church or was raised in it from youth, it can be hard to keep up with all these UMC acronyms.

Data Services

Virtual Worship Reporting

With virtual worship growing, there many questions on how to count viewers. Use this resource to gain an accurate number to report.

Data Services

Understanding Data Terms

Use this resources to help understand and define data terms used within the Methodist Church.

Data Services

Data

FINANCE

Church Office Best Financial Practices

We put together a 4 tips to make sure your church is committed to financial best practices to avoid errors and prevent fraud.

Financial Services

Understanding Restricted and Designated Funds in United Methodist Churches

Clarifying Financial Terms for Better Stewardship In the realm of church finances, understanding the differences between restricted and...

Financial Services

United In Impact: Launching the United Methodist Church Stewardship Campaign

UMC is embarking on a significant new stewardship campaign aimed at financially strengthening the Church at all levels.

Financial Services

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Finance

HUMAN
RESOURCES

HR Interview Tips for your Ministry

Explore our comprehensive guide and start improving your selection process today!

HR Recruiting

How to Screen Resumes to Find the Right Candidate

Our step-by-step guide will help you identify talent with ease. Master the art of resume screening and start making smart hiring decisions!

HR Recruiting

Right-Sizing Your Ministry Stewardship

Are you struggling with declining membership and shifting demographics? From online giving to effective property usage, learn how to...

Human Resources

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Human Resources

LEGAL

Boost Your Church’s Visibility: Get Listed on GuideStar

Churches under the UMC Group Ruling aren’t in IRS Select Check—get listed on GuideStar to verify 501(c)(3) status for donors!

Local Church

The Clergy Housing Allowance Exemption

Recent Clergy Housing Allowance Concerns Following Funding Freeze Announcement (And Rescission) Recently, the General Council on Finance...

Local Church

Understanding Copyright: Protect Your Christmas Service

This Christmas, are you planning to stream your service, perform carols, or display lyrics? Protect your church from legal trouble!

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Legal

INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY

Windows 10- End Of Life

Windows 10 support ends Oct. 2025—no updates or security fixes. Upgrade now or explore new devices with UMC Support to stay protected!

Local Church

Is AI Safe? Safety Considerations When Using AI

Our Chief Information Officer, Sharon Asmus, does a deep dive into the benefits of AI and shares important safety considerations for AI use.

Local Church

Say Goodbye to Windows 10

Windows 10 support ends Oct. 2025—no updates or security fixes. Upgrade now or explore new devices with UMC Support to stay protected!

Local Church

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TRAVEL AND
MEETING PLANNING

What's The Deal with Real ID?

Discover how to prepare for the upcoming deadline and ensure smooth travel with Real ID.

Local Church

Navigating Air Travel Challenges

Recent updates to air travel regulations offer protections to ease challenges.

Travel and Meeting Planning

General Conference Survival Guide

Step into the world of General Conference like never before with our ultimate survival guide!

Travel and Meeting Planning

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Travel and Meeting Planning

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Support For Your Ministry

COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING

8 Things To Consider When Building Your Website

Sharing Joy This Season: FREE Christmas Cards!

Website Tips for Churches: Domain Best Practices

DATA

UMC Acronyms Guide

Virtual Worship Reporting

Understanding Data Terms

FINANCE

Church Office Best Financial Practices

Understanding Restricted and Designated Funds in United Methodist Churches

United In Impact: Launching the United Methodist Church Stewardship Campaign

HUMAN
RESOURCES

HR Interview Tips for your Ministry

How to Screen Resumes to Find the Right Candidate

Right-Sizing Your Ministry Stewardship

LEGAL

Boost Your Church’s Visibility: Get Listed on GuideStar

The Clergy Housing Allowance Exemption

Understanding Copyright: Protect Your Christmas Service

INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY

Windows 10- End Of Life

Is AI Safe? Safety Considerations When Using AI

Say Goodbye to Windows 10

TRAVEL AND
MEETING PLANNING

What's The Deal with Real ID?

Navigating Air Travel Challenges

General Conference Survival Guide

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Support For Your Ministry

COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING

8 Things To Consider When Building Your Website

Sharing Joy This Season: FREE Christmas Cards!

Website Tips for Churches: Domain Best Practices

DATA

UMC Acronyms Guide

Virtual Worship Reporting

Understanding Data Terms

FINANCE

Church Office Best Financial Practices

Understanding Restricted and Designated Funds in United Methodist Churches

United In Impact: Launching the United Methodist Church Stewardship Campaign

HUMAN RESOURCES

HR Interview Tips for your Ministry

How to Screen Resumes to Find the Right Candidate

Right-Sizing Your Ministry Stewardship

LEGAL

Boost Your Church’s Visibility: Get Listed on GuideStar

The Clergy Housing Allowance Exemption

Understanding Copyright: Protect Your Christmas Service

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Windows 10- End Of Life

Is AI Safe? Safety Considerations When Using AI

Say Goodbye to Windows 10

TRAVEL AND MEETING PLANNING

What's The Deal with Real ID?

Navigating Air Travel Challenges

General Conference Survival Guide

Subscribe To Our Newsletter

How can we serve your ministry?

About

Quick Links

How Can We Help?

HUMAN
RESOURCES

INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY

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