Note: Some links on this page will take you to sites outside the control of the Commission on Ministerial Growth and Support and the Lutheran Church--Missouri Synod.  We offer these links as suggestions for further information.  We are not responsible for the content on these sites.

LCMS Brochure on Taxes :  A brochure designed for ordained or commissioned ministers of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod.

www.360financialliteracy.org:  The 360 Degrees of Financial Literacy Web site offers general information for managing personal finances.  For financial advice tailored to your situation, please contact an expert such as a CPA or a personal financial advisor.

www.concordiafinancial.org:  The Center is developing Stewardship Training, including economic education for church workers and for the Lutheran Congregations and School System.

Concordia Plan Services: Financial Education:  Provides worksheets and financial advice to help plan your financial future.  Especially helpful are the worksheets and financial topics.  Click on the tabs at the top of this page to open the files.

http://www.consumerfed.org/:  Since 1968, the consumer Federation of America (CFA) has provided consumers a well-reasoned and articulate voice in decisions that affect their lives. 

http://www.consumerfederationofamerica.com/:  For resources and information on Nonprofit Job and Non Profit Credit Counseling

http://consumerfederation.com/:  The new 2005 Consumer Action Handbook – This 175-page guide from the Federal Consumer Information Center can help with your consumer problems and questions. 

www.lcmsfoundation.org:  Estate planning

www.lcef.org/loans:  LCEF offers to Commissioned or Ordained Ministers of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod on active or emeritus status direct housing loans to purchase or refinance primary, single-family residence and consolidation loans for education, credit cards, utilities, taxes, medical auto repairs, etc.

http://michigandistrict.org/pdf/business/mdcompguide05.pdf:  Guide to church professional compensation by the Michigan District

http://www.nefe.org/:  The National Endowment for Financial Education® (NEFE)® is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) foundation dedicated to helping all Americans acquire the information and gain the skills necessary to take control of their personal finances. 

Thrivent Planning Tools:  Use the worksheets to plan your financial future.

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