Category Archives: C2FM Resources

DWU-PCL Scholarship Opportunity and Application

The Dakota Wesleyan University Practical Church Leadership (DWU-PCL) program is an innovative, one-year certificate program created by Dakota Wesleyan University specifically for active pastors. The Missouri United Methodist Foundation through its C2FM office is now accepting applications for Cohort #7 beginning in July 2026. Since 2020, C2FM has covered full tuition and travel expenses for […]

C2FM Library

The C2FM Library contains the following resources that are available to check out at no cost. Please contact Mark Struckhoff at mstruckhoff@mumf.org to learn more about accessing these resources. Title Sub Title Author First Name Author Last Name Type Real Good Church How our church came back from the dead, and yours can, too Molly […]

Saving Grace

Weaving Wesleyan theology together with sound financial advice, Saving Grace is a course designed by United Methodists for United Methodists offering concrete guidance on saving, earning, giving, debt, spending, and how to build a sustainable financial plan. What are the dangers of debt, both financially and faithfully? How much should we give and why? Saving Grace offers a faith-based […]

Parsonage vs. Housing Allowance

The Sanctuary, the Fellowship Hall, and the Education Building are all familiar structures for many United Methodist churches.  In addition, most United Methodist churches also maintain a house for the pastor called the parsonage.  A well-kept parsonage is a great help to pastors and churches as appointments are changed, especially in areas outside the major […]

Budgeting Software

There are many excellent software programs and this only a partial list of what’s available.  If you are using software that is not listed and like it, stick with it.  I also welcome your recommendations or comments.  Some software is free, while others have fees associated with them.  Every company needs revenue sources, which come […]