The Retiral Assistance program is intended to supplement other sources of retirement income for retirees and/or surviving spouses, bringing them to a minimum income level as determined annually by the Board of Administration.

The program is for retired ministers, their spouses, widows or widowers who have a minimum of 10 years of full-time, active ministry in the Free Methodist Church.  The years of active service determines what percentage a person is eligible for.  Twenty-five years of service grants 100% participation in the program. 

The minimum income levels determined by the Board for 2009 are $10,300 for a single person and $13,400 for a married couple.

If you fall below the minimum income levels and think you may qualify, please fill out an application by clicking here.