The Rev. Fa Lane reflects on her experience in receiving a grant through the Christmas Fund after going through life-altering, financially challenging moments. She discusses the relief it provided her, the mental hurdles she faced, and advice for clergy members in similar positions.

Seven simple life-giving practices for a healthy you
By Barbara E. Livingston, D.Min., LMHC, DipACLM

It’s no secret that organized religion has been and continues to face many significant challenges. A common casualty of these times is that those serving in active ministries often experience what is commonly referred to as “career overwhelm” and are living life on the edges of burnout.

Notification Period for Employee Updates and Changes

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As you may know, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) requires that everyone age 72 (73 if you reach age 72 after Dec. 31, 2022) take a Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) for the calendar year.

Rev. Jason Sisk-Provencio, Pastor, United Church of Christ in San Luis Obispo, CA, Pension Boards member, and participant in Ministers’ Financial Vitality Initiative, offers his reflections on the areas that impact clergy.