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.
Our esteemed friend and colleague, Brian Bodager, who has served as President and Chief Executive Officer since 2015, has announced his decision to step down from his role effective February 1, 2025. Brian has expressed to the Board his need to focus on his health at this time. We are deeply grateful for Brian's outstanding contributions over the past decade. Under his leadership, the Pension Boards has undergone a remarkable transformation—we are better serving the needs of our constituents and positioning the organization for future growth that creates a more sustainable future for people of call, and in turn, the communities and congregations they lead.
While the Board is conducting an Executive Search, we have appointed Walter Reyes, Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer, to serve as Interim President and CEO. Walter has been a steady presence on our executive leadership team for more than five years and is deeply committed to our mission. As the son of pastors, he both understands firsthand and cares profoundly about the importance of our organization’s missional commitment to the UCC community. I believe he will carry out his interim duties in the spirit of supporting our community.
We are confident that Walter's leadership will provide continuity and stability as the Search Committee advances its work to identify and secure a suitable candidate for the role of President and CEO. We invite you to lift up the Bodager family in your prayers, offering strength and peace to his family during this time of transition.
If you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to contact Rev. Dr. Paul Ramsey, Director of Church Relations, PBUCC, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Thank you for your continued support and partnership.
Peace and blessings,
The Rev. Dr. Rodney Franklin
Chair, Board of Trustees