“As we serve churches, we are a team that supports other teams of people, congregations, elders and pastors, all of them partners in this work.” I was privileged recently to hear some heartwarming comments and appreciation from a church elder in a congregation we have served since the mid-1960s. What a blessing that we have… Continue Reading
“Facilities are a tool, albeit a powerful one, that opens doors to greater ministry.” A recent column by Bob Osborne with EFCA West makes a case for “Why guests don’t want to come back” to our churches. Many on the inside might believe that it is the guest who is the issue. It can’t have… Continue Reading
Question: What do you mean when you say that CIF is relational, not retail, that you value partnerships, not just transactions? Answer: CIF offers a unique blend of financial services and ministry. We are not a church, but churches and ministries are a top priority. So, we need to think like a church, look at… Continue Reading
“We care for churches, groups of people who care for each other and are used by Christ to seek and save the lost.” You might have heard of the practice of “active listening.” In communication, it’s a method of tuning in to the other person, capturing the core information but also paying attention to their… Continue Reading
Question: What are some key advantages to CIF’s organizational structure? Answer: CIF has an excellent system of accountability. Our board of directors is made up of an experienced group of business, church and nonprofit leaders. Individuals with comprehensive business knowledge, varying perspectives and life experiences all work together to support financial services on a mission… Continue Reading