by Craig Walls | May 26, 2020 | Ask the Advisors, COVID-19, Featured
Before I answer that question, permit me to share an experience from nearly 20 years ago. In the fall of 2001, a month or so after September 11th, I attended a New Church Summit in Indianapolis led by Rick Morse—then, the new Director of New Church Ministry. Only a...
by DCEF | May 20, 2020 | COVID-19, Featured, News
The Small Business Administration recently published guidance regarding applying for Forgiveness of the PPP Loans that have been funded. A link to that document is below, as well as the most recent version of the PPP Frequently Asked Questions document, also...
by DCEF | Apr 24, 2020 | COVID-19, Featured, News
To help Disciples congregations minimize the impact of the coronavirus on their ministries, Disciples Church Extension Fund (DCEF) is offering a unique suite of loan products especially designed to meet borrowing needs during these uncertain times. If your ministry is...
by Joe Whitman | Apr 14, 2020 | News, Stories
On April 3, 2020, Rev. Kega Nasios, Program Director for the Glendale Mission & Ministry Center (GMMC) of Glendale, Arizona, received word that the center had been selected to receive a $2,000 grant from OneAZ Credit Union. In announcing the award Jason Kerrick,...
by DCEF | Apr 5, 2020 | COVID-19, Featured, News
Important PPP Loans Update – April 6 We are hearing from congregations that many are finding that they are not able to submit applications with their bank. Therefore, we are recommending the following: The first step for those that are considering applying for...
by Jim Michel | Apr 3, 2020 | COVID-19, Featured, News
During these uncertain times, when congregations and church staff are asked to ‘shelter in place,’ it can be hard on us to stay away from our houses of worship. But sitting empty can also take a toll on our buildings. Here are some tips on what you can do to prepare...
by DCEF | Mar 26, 2020 | COVID-19, News
Greetings from Indianapolis! I am writing to provide you with an update on Disciples Church Extension Fund (DCEF) and its response to the COVID-19 emergency. Two weeks ago all of our staff began working remotely from their homes. At that time, with the growing...
by DCEF | Mar 25, 2020 | COVID-19, Featured, News
Regarding DCEF’s Loan Payment Deferral Plan, here is a brief summary of what you need to know or do: If you want to defer your loan payments for two months (April and May loan payments), you do not need to do anything. The deferral is automatic. If you want to...
by DCEF | Mar 20, 2020 | COVID-19, Featured, News
The disruption caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19) extends well beyond its primary health concerns to virtually every aspect of daily life including, but not limited to, economic impacts for individuals and congregations. Disciples Church Extension Fund (DCEF)...
by DCEF | Mar 16, 2020 | COVID-19, Featured, News
DCEF Announces Loan Payment Deferral Plan The disruption caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19) extends well beyond its primary health concerns to virtually every aspect of daily life including, but not limited to, economic impacts for individuals and congregations. I...
