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Faqs

How much should I be saving for retirement?

It really depends. The earlier you start, the more time your money has to grow. But, it’s never too late to start saving! Our retirement readiness team would love to help you construct a plan to reach your goals.

Do I have to be ordained to enroll for Geneva benefits?

No, ordination is not a requirement for enrollment in Geneva benefits. Employees who work 30 or more hours per week are considered full-time and eligible for Geneva group benefits (both retirement & insurance).

How do I communicate employee status changes to Geneva?

Please copy the current month's invoice which lists the employee and his/her coverage.  On the copied sheet, make a note by that employee's name with the change of employment and the last day worked, if applicable. Fax (678.825.1261) or email the page to Geneva for...

Are we invoiced for coverage a month in advance?

The monthly invoice from Geneva reflects the premiums for the current month's coverage.  Please submit the Total Amount Due each month by the Due Date listed on the invoice.

When are benefits effective?

Benefits are effective the first day of the month following the date of hire. Please do not send contributions before this date.

How do we add a new hire for benefits?

New hires should complete and submit an Enrollment form, found on our My Benefits page, and enroll for new insurance benefits within the first 30 days of hire. You can download enrollment instructions and request a secure link on My Benefits.

How do we add insurance benefits?

You can add insurance benefits for your church/ministry staff by following these simple steps: Step 1: Visit our My Benefits page to download enrollment instructions and complete two forms: A) Group Insurance Adoption Agreement (IAA). This allows you to select which...

If I participated in Cherish before, can I participate again?

Yes, you have access to 7 free/subsidized counseling sessions every three years.

Why is a sabbatical important?

The pastoral vocation is uniquely challenging. Work such as sermon preparation, preaching, teaching, counseling, and day-to-day administrative oversight of the church are difficult and time-consuming enough. But pastors bear the additional burden of being “always on.”...

Can I purchase property insurance for my home or auto through you?

No. Geneva refers and recommends Brotherhood Mutual® as the property and casualty (P&C) carrier for churches, schools, and ministries. Geneva does not provide individual P&C insurance policies.

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