The Pension Boards announced today the appointment of Michele Hresko as Chief Information Officer for the Pension Boards, the first woman in the company’s history to lead the Information Technology team.
Michele succeeds former Chief Technology and Information Officer Thomas J. Nolan, who recently retired after 14 years of service.
The Pension Boards’ Interim President and Chief Executive Officer Walter A. Reyes today announced that Lan Cai, who has served as the Pension Boards Deputy Chief Investment Officer since 2015, will assume the role of Chief Investment Officer effective March 1, 2025.
Current Chief Investment Officer David A. Klassen, who joined the Pension Boards as CIO in 2011, will transition to a new role as Strategic Advisor in helping develop organizational strategies and providing support to the Investment Department while facilitating a smooth realignment.
A recent Wall Street Journal article entitled, “Church Retirement Plans Sidestep Federal Oversight—and Employees Pay the Price,” published February 24, highlighted the financial vulnerabilities faced by employees of certain church-affiliated organizations, where underfunded or insolvent pension plans left employees financially insecure for their retirement years.
It is with profound sadness that we share the sudden passing of Brian R. Bodager, former President and CEO of The Pension Boards-United Church of Christ, Inc., who passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 15. After nearly a decade of service, Brian announced his departure at the beginning of February to focus on his health.
Dear Friends and Partners,
I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to share an important update regarding the executive leadership of the Pension Boards-United Church of Christ and United Church Board for Ministerial Assistance, a committed partner in ministry serving to ensure people of call can serve from a strong foundation, knowing they have access to essential financial security, health, and wellbeing services.
Starting on January 1, 2025, the Pension Boards will be providing Forms1095-B only to those eligible employees who request to receive a Form 1095-B. You may request a Form 1095 from the Pension Boards through any of the following methods:
By Rev. Bruce G. Epperly, Ph.D.
“I am confident of this, that the one who began a good work in you will continue to complete it until the day of Jesus Christ And this is my prayer, that your love may overflow more and more with knowledge and full insight to help you to determine what really matters, so that in the day of Christ you may be pure and blameless, having produced the harvest of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ for the glory and praise of God.” (Philippians 1:6; 9-11)
Lessons Learned During and After Sabbatical
Rev. Ashley Nolte, Pastor at Pilgrim United Church of Christ in Grafton, WI, discusses her recent sabbatical and the importance for pastors to practice self-care.
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools are becoming increasingly popular with individuals and organizations. While AI tools can be helpful, it’s important to consider the security risks of sharing sensitive information and data with these tools.
The holiday season brings much joy, celebration, and community with those you love and serve. However, in this season of giving, be mindful of your spending limits. As ministers, you may feel extra emotional, sentimental, and very generous during the holidays, but it can also lead to financial stress if you’re not careful. Don’t get swayed by your emotions or let those “Hallmark movie” moments empty your pocket.