The Pension Boards-United Church of Christ, Inc.

#UCC Ministers: Would you like basic personal finance strategies that you can apply for building income on what you earn? Watch #PBUCC's recent webinar, Making the Most Out of a Pastor’s Salary" to learn more: http://bit.ly/PB_EY_WEBINAR. #faithandfinance

"Immigration has been a prominent and divisive topic in political and social discourse in recent years, and much of it has been tied to issues of race and racism," said Joaquin Alfredo Labour-Acosta, Director of #PBUCC's Ministerial Assistance Grants and Scholarships. Read his full interview in PBUCC’s Generations Journal, where he opens up about his own experiences as an immigrant. Visit http://bit.ly/PB_Gen_Journal. #faithandfinance

Learn the cost factors behind renting an apartment versus owning a home in this EY article: http://bit.ly/PB_own_or_rent. Call an EY financial planner at 1.877.927.1047 for tips on coming up with a down payment, choosing a home, applying for a mortgage, and more. #faithandfinance #EYEFS

Personal debt has reached crisis proportions among UCC ministers. Generations of Service supports needed programs of financial education, debt-reduction, and personal empowerment around money.

June is American Housing Month. Join EY’s The Buyer’s Guide to Buying a Home webinar on June 9 to learn leading practices for homebuyers. Register for the 11:00 a.m. ET session here: https://bit.ly/EY_JUN9_11AM, or 4:00 p.m. here: https://bit.ly/EY_JUN9_4PM. #faithandfinance #EYEFS

#UCC Ministers! If you were ordained between 2018 and 2021 you may be eligible for a Herring and Stark Memorial Fund grant. Click the link below for more information about eligibility and how to apply. Grant applications are due July 1. Visit: http://bit.ly/HERRING_STARK.

The inaugural issue of #PBUCC’s Generations: A Journal of Faith and Finance, focuses on how we mobilize financial resources in the spending and making of money is a reflection of how our values are expressed and put into action. Visit: https://bit.ly/PB_Gen_Journal today! #faithandfinance

With interest rates on home mortgages at or near historic lows, now might be a great time to refinance your home loan, if you are paying a higher rate than what lenders are now offering. Is refinancing your mortgage something you should consider? Read more: http://bit.ly/EY_Low_Rates

It's time to start planning for 2021 taxes. Read this EY article for a summary of the federal income tax rates and other tax changes that took effect January 1, 2021. http://bit.ly/EY_Tax_Year. #faithandfinance #EYEFS

The Pension Boards’ investments reflect UCC values. How? #PBUCC’s approach to sustainable fixed-income investing incorporated by the Sustainable Balanced Fund, targets four distinct themes: basic needs, healthy planet, sustainable society, and equality and opportunity. #faithandfinance

Learn how you can set the stage for a healthy 2021. Review your health and benefits by following these simple yet important tips. Read this Health Advocate article to learn more. Visit: https://bit.ly/2McFNt0. #faithandfinance

Learn what differentiates the new Sustainable Balanced Fund from the existing Balanced Fund offering? Visit: http://bit.ly/SBF_FAQ to learn even more about PBUCC’s Sustainable Balanced Fund. #faithandfinance

If you are a #UCC Minister struggling to pay off your debt, the #MFVI Program Two can help you alleviate your debt with a one-time grant of up to $1,000. To qualify, your employing church, Association, or Conference MUST commit to raising a matching amount. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Apply here: https://buff.ly/2H5s682

The #UCC Medicare Advantage Plan w/Rx that gives you more benefits than Original Medicare. Current plan participants will be automatically enrolled in the new plan. New enrollees are asked to return the enrollment form (and a copy of their Medicare card) no later than October 31, 2020. Check out the UCC Medicare Advantage Plan w/Rx webpage to learn more: https://bit.ly/PB_MEDICARE_ADV. #faithandfinance

The Humana Benefit Kit for the UCC Medicare Advantage Plan w/Rx is now available online! Download your Humana Benefit Kit today and learn about the benefits offered to you. Visit: http://bit.ly/Humana_Kit. #faithandfinance

Whether you’re traveling or not, having access to emergency international medical care is important because you never know when something could go wrong. Learn more about the benefits #UCC Medicare Advantage Plan offers. Visit: https://bit.ly/PB_MEDICARE_ADV. #faithandfinance

Enrollment for the #UCC Dental Plan 2000 is now available to employees and retirees who do not currently have dental coverage, or who have coverage in a plan other than the UCC’s. Get your 2021 UCC Medical and Dental Plan Rates here: http://bit.ly/rate-locator. Enroll here: http://bit.ly/Dental_App. Deadline is Oct. 31, 2020. #faithandfinance

Investing in green bonds helps the Pension Boards do its part on behalf of its members in the global effort to raise capital to address climate change. Read more about #PBUCC’s sustainable investments here: http://bit.ly/PB_Green_Bonds

Yesterday, during #PBUCC's Splash in the Healing Waters of Sanctuary virtual clergy wellness retreat, Jacob Nault, a third year seminarian at Eden Theological Seminary and Minister in Discernment (MID) in the Wisconsin Conference performed during the retreat's concert and social hour. The virtual event which began Sunday night, was an opportunity for #UCC Ministers and MIDs Missouri Mid-South Conference of the United Church of Christ to discuss work-life balance and practice mindfulness through reflection, prayer, and yoga. #faithandfinance #clergywellness

Rev. Eric Moeller, a 2017 graduate of Eden Theological Seminary, and Supply Associate Pastor of St. Peter’s UCC in Washington, MO, inspired #UCC ministers and MIDs with his music during this week's #PBUCC's Splash in the Healing Waters of Sanctuary virtual clergy wellness retreat in the Missouri Mid-South Conference of the United Church of Christ. Rev. Moeller who has released several recordings and has performed throughout the U.S., uses music to inspire active solidarity with marginalized people, build community, and educate and mobilize for social transformation. #faithandfinance #clergywellness

If you missed EY's Tax Withholding 101 Webinar last week, you can still learn how tax withholding works. Register for either of the two sessions: Thurs. Oct. 22 at 11 am ET http://bit.ly/EY_OCT22_11AM ... Thurs. Oct. 22 at 4 pm ET http://bit.ly/EY_OCT22_4PM

Last week, #PBUCC and Humana hosted a series of informational webinars about the new #UCC Medicare Advantage Plan with Rx effective January 1,2021. If you were unable to participate and wish to review the information presented, a recording is now available. Visit: http://bit.ly/PB_HUMANA_WEBINAR. #fathandfinance

Enjoy access to gym memberships at no cost for older adults with the new #UCC Medicare Advantage Plan w/Rx, effective Jan. 1, 2021. Visit: https://bit.ly/PB_MEDICARE_ADV. #faithandfinance

#PBUCC Members: Does the current state of the world have you laser-focused on your finances? Maybe now is a good time to review your finances with an EY financial planner. EY financial planning services are available to Annuity Plan members (actively-contributing, inactive, and annuitants) at NO COST TO YOU! Call an EY planner at 1.877.927.1047 to get started. #faithandfinance #EYEFS

Read "Keeping Promises," a new #UCC Devotional by Rev. Vince Amlin, Co-Pastor, Bethany UCC, Chicago, and participant in NGLI*3. Visit: https://bit.ly/3kc58ih #faithandfinance #ngli

Read "Shackles of Defeat," a new #UCC Devotional by the Rev. Kaji Douša, Senior Pastor of The Park Avenue Christian Church, New York City and participant in #NGLI2. https://bit.ly/3ofMg4G #faithandfinance #ngli