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A Work of Gospel Grace and Mercy: Why Draper’s Valley Presbyterian Church Supports the Relief Fund

Today, a significant number of retired ministers and their spouses face financial difficulties. Their ministry positions limited their earning potential which resulted in limited savings. Ordinary expenses like groceries, housing expenses, and medical bills threaten to exhaust the modest funds they possess.

Geneva Benefits Group Launches Innovative Ministerial Wellbeing Sabbatical Matching Program

New Program Will Increase Accessibility to Sabbaticals by Offering Matching Funds of Up to $10,000 for Qualifying PCA Churches and Ministries

Geneva Benefits Group Announces the Hiring of Rev. Paul Joiner as Director of Ministerial Wellbeing

Geneva hires experienced minister Paul Joiner to lead initiatives focused on improving ministerial wellbeing.

Rev. Bill Hughes on retirement, preaching, and the Relief Fund

Rev. Bill Hughes may be officially retired but at age 84, he continues to preach weekly. Every Sunday, he makes the hour-long drive from his home near Jackson, Mississippi to Carthage where he’s serving a small congregation without a pastor.

Rest Creates Resilience

Rest is built into God’s design for the world. We were not created for ceaseless work. It’s important to acknowledge our finiteness. Christ will build his church and even your vacation will not impede his progress!

Rhythms to Protect Your Family’s Future Wellbeing

Learn practical steps to protect your family’s future wellbeing by making sure your beneficiaries are up-to-date and accurate.

Generosity amidst Tragedy: The Testimony of Pastor Mike Fennema

However, on November 28, Mike went on a mountain bike ride with his children—one of their favorite activities. In a fluke accident, he flew over his handlebars and crashed onto his helmet. He suffered a spinal cord injury, severely limiting his movement.

Geneva Launches New Call Package Guidelines for the PCA

New and Improved Guidelines Will Significantly Aid Pastors, Churches, and Presbyteries in Creating Comprehensive Call Packages

“I had literally lost everything.” Peggy West and God’s Provision

After her husband passed away, Peggy moved to live closer to family. She brought all her belongings, including family photos, her treasured violin and piano, and original music compositions, to an apartment—only to have a second tragedy strike when a fire consumed the building.

New Report on Pastoral Burnout

In 2015, 72% of pastors described themselves as being “very satisfied” with their calling as a pastor. In 2022, only 52% of pastors describe themselves in that same way.

Caring for the Called: The Importance of a Healthy Call Package

Call Packages should be designed with the whole person in mind. But more often than not, churches and lay leaders feel unequipped to put together a comprehensive package that covers the four essential elements: compensation, retirement, insurance, and wellbeing.

2022 Impact Report

At Geneva, we believe it’s our duty to care for those who serve our churches. The Relief Fund supports the financial health and wellbeing of PCA ministry leaders and their families and can’t do this without the generosity of our donors.

2022 Annual Report

We are proud of how our benefits have expanded throughout this year to better achieve our mission: to come alongside pastors and ministry workers in every season of ministry. Read and download our 2022 Annual Report now.

Investment Specialist

Geneva Benefits Group, an agency of the Presbyterian Church in America, is seeking an Investment Specialist.

A Statement on the Tragedy at Covenant School

In times of tragedy and sorrow, our faith in Christ draws us to God in lament and prayer.

Geneva Partners with NXTGEN

At Geneva, we are excited to begin our partnership with NXTGEN to support the wellbeing and longevity of pastors.

2023 Tax Guides

Tax time is upon us! Each year brings revised contribution limits and changing tax laws. To make things easier for you, we provide ECFA’s Tax Guide for Ministry Staff as well as a Tax Guide for Pastors.

A Ruling Elder’s Advice on Caring for Pastors

Read three pieces of advice for lay leaders as they consider how to compensate and care for their pastors.

How Churches Can Navigate Health Care Benefits

While many ministries would love to be able to provide full family coverage to their employees, the cost of medical insurance is increasingly expensive. Here are some options churches may consider:

2023 Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA) for Ministry Workers

With high inflation rates and increased expenses, learn more about Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA) for your ministry staff.