The latest news from the Board of Pensions

Information and resources for members and employers of The Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) December 9, 2020

From our President: Waiting in hope   ​As we wait to celebrate the coming of Christ, we look forward to something new. Watch his video message Read the message   Reducing holiday stress in an unusually stressful year   The holidays will likely feel different this year — and that may lead to increased stress and anxiety. Here are tips to help you manage holiday stress, even during this most unusual of seasons. Important announcement: New ID cards     If you’re enrolled in the PPO, EPO, HDHP, or the Medicare Supplement Plan for 2021, watch your home mailbox for new prescription ID cards from Express Scripts and new medical ID cards from Highmark. Be sure to use your new cards when filling prescriptions or visiting your healthcare provider in 2021.    Chair of Board’s diversity council says its work is ‘a journey’   Yvette Russell, Vice President, Customer Engagement, was invited to speak about that journey at last week's annual meeting of the Church Benefits Association.   Five ways to use your healthcare FSA   Unsure how to use healthcare FSA funds before the end of the year? Here are five ways.    Vision discounts available with Medicare Supplement coverage   In addition to a preventive allowance that can be used toward the cost of a routine vision exam, the Medicare Supplement Plan provides discounts on eye exams, glasses, and contact lenses.    Reimagining Christmas    As we enter into a Christmas season that will likely look and feel very different, Lori Neff LaRue, Director, Wholeness Education, discusses the importance of centering ourselves and reimagining how we celebrate this year.   Medicare Supplement enrollees receive dues holiday   The Board of Pensions is pleased to grant a December dues holiday for the Medicare Supplement Plan. Those enrolled in the plan for December will receive dues-free coverage this month.     Support the Christmas Joy Offering   By giving to the Christmas Joy Offering, you honor God's gift of Jesus Christ. This offering supports current and retired church workers in their time of need and Presbyterian-related schools and colleges equipping communities of color. We’re a 2020 NACD NXT award winner for making diversity and inclusion a priority.

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The latest news from the Board of Pensions

Information and resources for members and employers of The Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) October 7, 2020

From our President: Need widens with the coronavirus crisis   The Assistance Program of the Board of Pensions is a way for the Church to lend support to those who are struggling. Watch his video message Read the message   Board of Pensions earns national recognition for diversity and inclusion work   The Board is one of 10 finalists for the annual NACD NXT awards, presented by the National Association of Corporate Directors, for making diversity and inclusion a priority — both throughout the agency and in its own makeup.   It's Clergy Appreciation Month — a time to thank our dedicated Presbyterian ministers for their spiritual nourishment, sensitive pastoral care, faithful stewardship, commitment to mission, and so much more. Thank you for serving the PC(USA)!   Video: The Employee Assistance Program can help   Career development, personal growth, and issues around workplace diversity are topics many individuals face. Watch this video to learn how the Employee Assistance Program* can help you find valuable resources to navigate challenging issues in the workplace.   *The Employee Assistance Program, provided through Cigna Behavioral Health, is available to all eligible employees and their household members.   Early detection is the best way to beat breast cancer   October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual observance to increase awareness of the disease. Because breast cancer can occur with no symptoms, it's important to know your risk factors.   Four tips to help you answer the Call to Health before time runs out   Just six weeks remain to answer the call and save on 2021 medical deductibles. Try these tips to help you achieve your Call to Health goals by November 13.   Register now for the third Well-Being Respite on October 21, which focuses on the vocational dimension of wholeness and features the Reverend Dr. Eric Chavis as the keynote speaker. Respites are open to all Benefits Plan members and spouses and surviving spouses. Step away from your daily routine and come to the well for spiritual renewal, mental stimulation, and thoughtful conversation.   Flu season starts in October and peaks December through February. And, with the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s more important than ever that everyone over the age of six months gets vaccinated. If you have medical coverage through the Board of Pensions* and get your flu shot at a network provider’s office or network retail clinic (usually in a pharmacy), there’s no cost to you.   *Those enrolled in Triple-S, GeoBlue, or the Medicare Supplement Plan also have preventive care benefits under their plans, but coverage details may differ. Consult your plan’s provisions for details.

Copyright © 2020. All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: The Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) 2000 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19103-3928 Questions? Call us at 800-773-7752 (800-PRESPLAN).

The latest news from the Board of Pensions

From our President: You are not alone   Our Employee Assistance Program is there for every one of us who needs emotional support, and it is easy to access.   Do you need help finding child care?   The Employee Assistance Program offers suggestions for finding child care during these challenging times.   Connect with others through Call to Health   Call to Health challenges offer you multiple ways to combat social isolation by reaching out to others, while taking control of your own well-being. May is Mental Health Awareness Month   Ensuring your emotional well-being is an important aspect of wholeness. During Mental Health Awareness Month, know that you are not alone, and help is available for feelings of isolation, stress, anxiety, and depression. Through September 30, 2020, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is offering up to 10 free, private counseling sessions for Medical Plan members, their families, and anyone who lives with them.     Thinking of borrowing or withdrawing from your retirement savings?   If you’re experiencing financial difficulties, here are some things to consider before borrowing or taking a hardship withdrawal from your retirement savings account.   Now available: 2019 Annual Review and Financial Report   The Annual Review looks back at the work of the Board of Pensions in the previous year. The Financial Report, released with it, presents the annual financial statements.   Did you know the Board of Pensions and its business partner OptumRx are working to help you continue to receive your prescription medications during the COVID-19 pandemic? Visit the Board’s coronavirus information page to find out how you can get medications delivered to your home and set up auto refill and auto renewal for your prescriptions. We are working together for you even though we are apart #pcusa     The Board of Pensions is here for you during this time. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact us.

Copyright © 2020. All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: The Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) 2000 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19103-3928