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Since 2022 • $5M+ Impact 

Transforming Ministry Through Innovation & Investment

The Program Development Office empowers the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church to create lasting change through strategic programming, community engagement, and innovative solutions that address the needs of our time.

Impact

25+ States 4 Countries with active programs
Church Image

200+

Participating Congregations

500+

Clergy Received Financial Literacy Education

1000+

Members participating in a PDO initiative

Global Reach

U.S., Jamaica, Africa, and beyond

334k+

Debt relief distributed to Clergy through Bold Money Matters

28+

Churches received Children's Ministry supplies!  Over 100+ received free curriculum through RCM.

870+

Books distributed to Clergy through the Compelling Preaching Program.

3

Languages Supported

More Impact Stories

Discover how our programs are transforming lives, strengthening congregations, and building thriving communities across the CME Church connection.

Financial Transformation

"Through Bold Money Matters, our congregation learned practical stewardship principles that helped us eliminate debt and launch three new community programs."

  - Pastor,5th District

Children's Ministry

"Reimagining Children's Ministry gave us the tools to create engaging, faith-based learning experiences. Our Sunday school attendance tripled!"

  - Minister, 8th District

Faithful Parenting

"The Faithful Parenting program strengthened our family ministries and created deeper connections between parents and their faith journey."

  -Lay, 2nd District

Compelling Preaching

" This program transforms pulpit ministry through comprehensive preaching education that combines biblical scholarship, practical communication skills, and innovative teaching methods."

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Program Impact Details

Detailed outcomes from each of our flagship programs, demonstrating tangible results and meaningful transformation.

                

Bold Money Matters

Transforming financial futures through biblical stewardship principles and practical money management education that empowers clergy and families to achieve lasting financial freedom.

  • 47 educational videos created
  • International reach with Swahili and Igbo translations
  • Clergy creating debt reduction plans and budgets
  • Tangible outcomes: insurance reviews, will drafting

500+

Clergy Engaged

66

Debt Reduction Awards

$334k

Total Debt Relief

176.8k

min of Instruction

                    

Reimagining Children's Ministry

Revolutionary approaches to nurturing young faith through innovative curriculum, sensory-friendly spaces, and culturally responsive resources that engage children across diverse learning styles and backgrounds.

  • 28 churches across 9 U.S. districts served
  • Materials distributed to our districts in Africa
  • 150 children's books distributed
  • Resources translated into Swahili
  • First Sensory Area created at a National Event 
  • $58k+ in Children's tools and resources distributed to RCM Churches

80+

Original Lessons

500+

Children Reached

$58k

Resource Grants

2,500

Sensory Toys Distributed

                        

Faithful Parenting

Equipping parents with faith-based tools and community support to raise resilient children while strengthening family relationships through intentional spiritual formation and practical parenting wisdom.

  • Spiritual parenting resources provided
  • Parent training and formation delivered
  • Retreats for parents of middle schoolers
  • Partnership with Garrett-Evangelical Seminary

108

Families Supported

324

Training Hours

Multiple

Districts Served

CEUs

Through Seminary

                              

Compelling Preaching

Transforming pulpit ministry through comprehensive preaching education that combines biblical scholarship, practical communication skills, and innovative teaching methods to create sermons that inspire and transform congregations.

  • Clergy and lay leaders engaged
  • 20+ lessons developed
  • Preaching labs and retreats
  • Phillips School of Theology partnership

101

Leaders Trained

800+

Books Distributed

4

Module Curriculum

72

New PST Conference Participants

Free Signup

                                    

BC Cornerstone Collective

  • Clergy and lay leaders engaged
  • 15 Projects developed and implemented in rural communities
  • Louisville Presbyterian  Theological Seminary  partnership

18

Communities Reached

$45k

Funds Distributed

15

Projects 

 

                                  

Blessed Tomorrow

  • 180+ Clergy and lay leaders completed interest survey
  • Free Climate Training for CME Members
  • Blessed Tomorrow partnership

180

Surveys  Completed

1

Climate Ambassador
Training Available

3

Training Events

 

Additional Program Impact

                                

Bold Steps Stewardship

673 leaders trained in church administration, grants, sponsorship, online giving, and legacy giving

  • Participants: Pastors, clergy, trustees, stewards, stewardess, missionaries, YA, and youth 
  • Engagement: 100–215 attendees per weekly session
  • Spring and Fall Sessions 2025
  • 8 Training Sessions

673

Leaders Trained

160-215

Average Attendance weekly

Diverse

Lay and Clergy Leadership

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