New Year, New You, New Stew! Laura Watson It’s a new year. Time for a fresh start. Resolutions, change….we are naturally resetting, making plans, and looking ahead as 2024 begins. What does this “new year mindset” mean in our churches? Especially when it comes to stewardship? What does that word even mean? And, more importantly,…
We are excited to welcome two new members to MMFA’s Grant Advisory Committee: David Whittle and Jane Gehler. David Whittle David Whittle is a member of Faith Moravian Church in Washington D.C. During his twenty plus years there, he has served on the Board of Trustees and is currently the Financial Comptroller, as well as…
Technology changes are coming to MMFA. In late October we are converting to a new system called CommunitySuite by the technology firm Foundant. For years we have needed one system that fully integrates the ministry work of MMFA and now we have that solution. This new system will integrate our accounting with the Giving Portal. …
In Memory of Herb Spaugh, Jr. by Chris Spaugh Herbert Spaugh, Jr. passed into the more immediate presence of our Savior on July 14th. I will miss Herb’s calls asking me, “Cousin, what’s the market doing?” He always knew the answer but wanted my opinion on the world of markets and economics. He would also…
October 3rd Update: Our original goal of $50,000 in 50 days ending on August 13, 2023, was far surpassed. The generosity of congregations and individuals continued to flow into the month of September and we are overwhelmed by the outcome. With the fundraiser now officially complete, we are delighted to tell you the total raised: $102,424.47.…
In 2022 MMFA launched a new investment pool for the Moravian Common Fund. This is our second in the ESG category. ESG allocations invest in companies that: have a low carbon footprint follow best practices in hiring and treat employees fairly are socially aware and responsible corporate citizens have a track record of good management…
Your Moravian Ministries Foundation in America is turning 25! We are excited to celebrate this milestone and to share our gratitude with everyone who has been a part of our journey. Over the coming months we’ll be hosting several receptions as well as featuring the stories of some of the ministries and people we have…
We are excited to welcome Hanna Jackson as our new Communications and Marketing Specialist. Hanna is no stranger to the Moravian Church; she served as the Communications and Special Projects Manager for the Board of Cooperative Ministries in the Southern Province from 2017 until 2021, and is a member of Calvary Moravian Church in Winston-Salem,…
We know that each church’s financial situation may differ from other Moravian communities of faith. We work hard to ensure our solutions are tailored to meet your needs and manage your resources. We share the goals of promoting responsible financial management and ensuring our resources are used effectively to support your mission and serve the…
The Debt Jubilee Project: For the Healing of the World, which concluded on August 13th, has raised over $90,000 toward the forgiveness of medical debt here in the United States and in Ahuas, Honduras. Jubilee! We are aware of a few more incoming donations, so we will continue to update this total as we have…