When it comes to the issue of financial stewardship, there is one principle that stands high above all others.

The North Alabama United Methodist Foundation is a matching donor in the scholarship sponsored by GBHEM.

We have partnered with the United Methodist Higher Education Foundation (UMHEF) to offer the United Methodist Dollars for Scholars program.

As you look forward to starting seminary in the fall, perhaps the biggest thing on your mind is how in the world am I going to pay for it? If you’re like 69% of college students, you’re probably planning on taking out student loans.

As we inch closer towards April 15th, the number of phone calls pretending to be IRS will become more frequent. These scams take advantage of the public’s fear of IRS, making it sound like the victim will go to prison if they don’t agree to pay up.

Microsoft Corp. officially stopped supporting the Windows 7 operating system. Windows 7 still will run on machines after January 14. There is no “kill switch,” in which your computer will explode or just stop working. Microsoft’s decision means there no longer will be any support for the operating system.

People look to leaders to fix organizational problems. A leader who fails to resolve a problem quickly may be labelled weak or ineffectual. However, it isn’t in anyone’s best interest for a leader to start fixing things when the way ahead isn’t clear.

The end of the year is a time when many people are motivated to give. But it is also a time when giving practices are shaped by any number of different circumstances.

Should the gifts you give to your pastor and church employees be reported as income to them? Oftentimes, the answer is YES.

The North Alabama United Methodist Foundation has recently partnered with FreeWill to give everyone new ways to prepare for the future and support their church this Christmas.

Ann Michel of the Lewis Center staff suggests ways that churches can cultivate an attitude of gratitude — a mindset that makes people more mindful of God’s abundance, more generous, happier, and more content.

Churches in decline or in need of renewal often seek “revitalization” in an attempt to return to their former glory.

Knowing everyone will be welcomed, making friends and nurturing friendships, and support during difficult times were the top motivating factors in considering a church.

When faced with poor giving and lackluster stewardship, church leaders often try to justify their situation rather than face the truth.

Discover ten reasons every church needs a planned giving program.

These are lies about estate planning. What is estate planning? Basically, it is arranging for the smoothest and least painful transition when you die.

Should an annual stewardship campaign include the opportunity for people to commit their time and talents to the church in addition to their financial gifts?

People work incredibly hard when they have a compelling vision. When people speak into the tactics of implementing that vision, they work even harder.

If you have not signed up for the Wednesday, September 11 Leadership Series #8, please do so by September 10, 2019. You can register by clicking the link at the bottom of this post.

Home equity loans and second mortgage loans must be used for housing expenses to qualify for the clergy housing allowance.