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Partner of the Month: Shepherd’s Community United Methodist Church

The Florida United Methodist Foundation is privileged to recognize Shepherd’s Community United Methodist Church as our November Partner of the Month. Shepherd’s Community UMC is a church with two locations in Lakeland and Highland City, experiencing remarkable growth in number and vibrancy over the past three years—a testament to God’s grace and the strength of […]

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Florida United Methodist Foundation Achieves Sixth Consecutive CEFEX Certification

The Florida United Methodist Foundation is honored to announce its sixth consecutive CEFEX (Centre for Fiduciary Excellence) certification, reinforcing its commitment to the highest standards of fiduciary excellence and accountability. The CEFEX certification is a globally respected mark of operational integrity, awarded to organizations that rigorously adhere to fiduciary best practices. This recognition comes after

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Foundation Celebrates Successful Launch of Financial & Generosity Readiness Initiative

The Florida United Methodist Foundation recently completed its Financial & Generosity Readiness Initiative, with over 50 clergy members selected to participate in the program. This newly established initiative, developed in collaboration with the Florida Annual Conference and underwritten by the Foundation with additional support from Wespath, provided clergy with critical financial skills to strengthen both

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R-10 Clergy Retirement Seminar Prepares Florida Clergy for the Next Chapter

The Florida United Methodist Foundation hosted its annual “R-10 and Counting” clergy retirement seminar from September 9-11, 2024, at First United Methodist Church in Lakeland, FL. This two-and-a-half-day comprehensive event was designed to equip clergy and their spouses, who are within ten years of retirement, with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate a smooth

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Third Quarterly Investment Newsletter – Q3 2024

Welcome to the latest edition of our Quarterly Investment Newsletter, where we reaffirm our unwavering commitment to providing our valued partners with the highest standards of fiduciary excellence. As a CEFEX-certified fiduciary, we take pride in upholding rigorous industry standards to ensure transparency, integrity, and accountability in every investment decision. Through this newsletter, we aim

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Consider End-of-Year Giving to Your Church: A Thoughtful Way to Make an Impact

As the year draws to a close, many of us reflect on the blessings we’ve received and seek ways to give back to the causes and communities we cherish. Your church has been a source of spiritual nourishment, community support, and transformative ministry throughout the year. Now is the perfect time to consider how you

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FUMF’s Commitment to Clergy Financial Health: Empowering Futures

At the Florida United Methodist Foundation, we understand the unique financial challenges faced by our clergy. We are dedicated to ensuring that our clergy and their spouses are equipped with the tools and knowledge necessary to build and maintain a healthy financial life. Through various initiatives and strategic partnerships, we provide comprehensive financial and retirement

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