MAFF offers training for pastors and laity to inform, inspire, engage and renew your church. You do not have to have funds invested with the Foundation to take advantage of our resources and support. Contact us to discuss your specific situation.
Fall 2026 Webinars
All Webinars are Thursdays @6:30 PM
Register at the LINKS below
- September 10, 2026–Investing Church Funds
- September 24, 2026-Bookkeeping Basics
- October 8, 2026-Human Resources in the Church
- October 22, 2026-Estate Planning Basics
- November 5, 2026-Church Growth Part 1
- November 19, 2026-Church Growth Part 2
*If you would like to receive updates on education opportunities, please fill out this form.
Fall 2026 Webinar Recordings
2026 Fall Webinar Series
September 10, 2026
September 24, 2026
October 8, 2026
District Trainings
We have several trainings available to present at a district level to groups of clergy and/or laity. We can help with effectively funding ministry, developing a planned giving program, fostering year-round stewardship and more!
Topics available include:
- Best practices for cemetery management
- Financial impact training for small churches
- Funding ministry through major gifts, endowments and legacy planning
- Focusing financial priorities
- Narrative budgets
- Year-round stewardship
Webinar Recordings
Throughout the year, we present live webinars on a variety of topics.
Recent recordings include:
4th Quarter Stewardship Strategies
Narrative Budgets
Year-Round Stewardship
Alternative Income Sources
Ensuring Your Church is Appropriately Insured
Implementing a Year-Round Stewardship Plan
Seeking and Securing Grants for Alternate Funding for the Church
Financial Leadership Academy
Registration for our latest class of our flagship education program, the Financial Leadership Academy ’27 has closed. This program offers practical education, MAFF coaches and peer support to guide you to success.
To hear from one of our current students about the impact the FLA has had on her church, watch this video.
If you are interested in joining our mailing list for future FLA opportunities please fill out this form.
Empowering Leaders
Ted Brown and Andy Lunt have written an insightful book on the challenges of changing church culture. It is a practical guide filled with tools that can be used by pastors and laity working together to embrace change and envision the future together.
Coaching for Church Leaders
Bring in an MAFF trained coach to spark new generosity ideas tailored for your congregation. They can help you set specific goals and help you structure a plan that will take hold and increase your giving potential.
Find out more about coaching.
Saving Grace
Cultivating a culture of generosity starts with personal finance.
Saving Grace is a resource available to congregations which draws onthe expertise of leaders in the Wesleyan tradition through videos, a workbook, a leader guide and devotional materials.
