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Department for Ministry Protection
"...to ensure that the church, its properties, and personnel are
properly protected against risks."
2012 Renewal Information
The Florida Conference has finalized the renewal of the comprehensive property and casualty insurance program for all conference churches and affiliated ministries. Please CLICK HERE further information and to access the Allocation of Insurance Expense for your church.
2011 Workers Compensation Payroll Survey
In order to comply with State of Florida requirements related to workers compensation coverage, we ask that you complete the brief online payroll form, located on the link below. Please review your payroll records (941’s etc) for the calendar year 2011 and complete the form as accurately as possible. Please note that your responses will not affect your workers compensation insurance costs for 2012 as this updated information is simply required to comply with requirements of the State of Florida. The deadline for this information is February 17, 2012. Access Payroll Survey
Risk Management News and Information
Consulting Services for Local Churches Launched: One on one time with the financial and administrative staff of the Florida Conference in Lakeland.
Disaster Recovery Helps Local Haitian Churches: Through a merger between Ministry Protection and Disaster Recovery, local volunteers are assisting Florida Haitian churches.
Children's Minister's Manual: Comprehensive book on children's ministry, authored by the Director of Children's Ministry at First UMC, Lakeland. (Includes a large section on child and youth protection)
Certificates of Insurance: Q & A about certificates of insurance and why they are crucial if an outside group is using your facility.
Security and Theft Deterrence: Theft and vandalism are increasing at churches, bringing the issue of security to the forefront.
Steps to Lead Safe Renovation, Repair and Painting: Environmental Protection Agency
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Ongoing Ministry Protection Programs and Resources
Risk Management Consulting: Consultation with church leadership regarding insurance, risk management and safety concerns.
Loss Prevention and Safety Assessments: Available at no cost to local churches.
Property Appraisals: Available at no cost to your church. Appraisals will assist your church in establishing the proper value for insurance reporting purposes.
Playground Safety Assessments: Onsite evaluations of your playground are available.
15 Passenger Vans: Recommendations continue against the ownership and use of dangerous 15 passenger vans. The established premium refund program continues when a church sells their 15 passenger van.
Automated External Defibrillator (AED): Defibrillators available through a cooperative partnership with Cardiac Science, a recognized market leader in AED's.