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How the Relief Fund Became “A Blessing” to Elizabeth McClelland

After Rev. Thomas McClelland’s sudden passing, his wife Elizabeth faced overwhelming financial uncertainty. Thanks to the Relief Fund, she was able to stay in her home, maintain her independence, and experience dignity and care throughout her later years. Her story reflects God’s ongoing faithfulness.

Crystal’s Story: How the Church Surrounded a Pastor’s Widow in Crisis

When tragedy struck, Crystal—a pastor’s widow—faced overwhelming grief and financial uncertainty. Discover how the church rallied around her through the PCA Relief Fund, turning despair into hope.

Living Out the Connectional Church: How IPC Memphis Supports the Relief Fund

Independent Presbyterian Church in Memphis models generosity through its annual Christmas Eve offering to the Relief Fund. Pastor Sean Lucas shares how this tradition reflects the church’s commitment to caring for ministry families in need.

Together in Our Struggles: An Interview with Chip Sweney

Geneva’s Director of Ministerial Wellbeing, Rev. Paul Joiner, sat down with Pastor Chip Sweney to talk about his story of mental health struggles and the supporting networks that have been part of the Lord’s provision for him.

Caring for Those Who Care for Us: How Christ Presbyterian Transformed Pastoral Compensation

Geneva Benefits’ Call Package Guidelines provide a framework to help churches ensure their pastors and staff are appropriately compensated.

Caring for Those Who Serve: Relief Fund Donor Testimony

The Relief Fund offers an opportunity to serve ministry workers who have given so much themselves.

Ministering to Ministers: The Importance of Church Support for the Relief Fund

For over 50 years, the Relief Fund has given $12 million to PCA pastors, widows, and ministry workers in need. As of today, over 900 PCA churches have donated to the Relief Fund through a special Look After offering.

Reflections from a pastor’s wife: An Interview with Meaghan May

We recently sat down with Meaghan to get her perspective on the unique issues facing pastors’ wives. Here are three insights she shared:

3 Ways Your Church Can Celebrate Pastors’ Wives Appreciation Month

How can your church make your pastor’s wife feel appreciated? We asked Meaghan May, a pastor’s wife and leader of WE (Wives of Elders). Here are three practical suggestions for making your pastor’s wife feel valued…

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.