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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
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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
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At CIF, we use our time talent and resource in ways that move CIF forward and reflect that we are merely managing what God has entrusted to us. Let’s join CIF President and CEO Scott Achterling as he explains how stewardship is the CIF Core Value from which all others flow.
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At the crossroad of decisions, beliefs can become clearer. Will this financial choice support my values, our values and the priorities of God’s Kingdom? The cross of Christ has always been central to all we do at CIF and has been part of several of our logos for decades. But does everyone see it in… Continue Reading
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Question: Churches exist to do ministry. How does a church balance that overarching mission with the need to save for the unexpected and build up reserves to cover property-related expenses, including maintenance for buildings, updates and expansion? Answer: Being good stewards of financial resources requires prudent planning both now and in the future. We advise… Continue Reading
Continue ReadingSome people never stop learning. We at CIF see this is crucial to our continued success. That’s why Curiosity is among the Core Values we ascribe to. Some may remember a little monkey who exhibited this value, one we read about in children’s books. President and CEO Scott Achterling explains.
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Milestones in CIF’s journey serving churches and people Transitional aromas of a gradual nature were in the air as the second decade of the new millennium began at Christian Investors Financial (CIF). The first name change in our history became official in 2011, but more was to come in the “Expanding our Kingdom Reach” era.… Continue Reading
Continue ReadingMilestones in CIF’s journey serving churches and people The 1990s and early 2000s were a time of “Governance & Growth” for Christian Investors Financial. Professionalism and modernization were in the air, as we were approved to sell investments in all 50 states by the mid 2000’s. That process was some 8 to 10 years in… Continue Reading
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In the second of a three-part video series, CIF board members address the need for ministry serving churches, our Kingdom-minded work, financial strength and growth.
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