{"id":800,"date":"2026-09-16T09:27:55","date_gmt":"2026-09-16T14:27:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.elca.org\/adminmatters\/?p=800"},"modified":"2026-09-16T09:28:14","modified_gmt":"2026-09-16T14:28:14","slug":"index-of-the-september-2026-issue-of-administration-matters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.elca.org\/adminmatters\/index-of-the-september-2026-issue-of-administration-matters\/","title":{"rendered":"Index of the September 2026 Issue of Administration Matters"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><strong>Issue 106 of Administration Matters<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>The ELCA Federal Credit Union (FCU) Ministry Card is built for congregations<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The ELCA Federal Credit Union Ministry Credit Card offers a cost-effective alternative to standard corporate credit cards, with flexible agreement options tailored to meet a ministry\u2019s unique needs, including its share\/deposit-secured program. Like individual cardholders, ministries can reap all the benefits of the ELCA FCU World Mastercard, including travel, shopping and insurance protection. &gt;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.elcafcu.org\/personal\/ministry-solutions?utm_source=ELCA&amp;utm_medium=Admin+Matter&amp;utm_campaign=ELCA_Admin_Matters_september_2026\">More<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>ELCA and Lutherans Restoring Creation embrace the Season of Creation<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Season of Creation, running Sept. 1 through Oct. 4, is a liturgical season celebrating our creation story and the earth that God called good (Genesis 1:31). The ELCA recently encouraged the adoption of the \u201cFeast of Creation\u201d on Sept. 1 or \u201cCreation in Christ\u201d Sunday on Sept. 6, with resources available for worship. Read more about this season and ways to celebrate with your community on the <a href=\"https:\/\/lutheransrestoringcreation.org\/worship\/season-of-creation\/\">Lutherans Restoring Creation webpage<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Planning ahead for 2027 health benefits<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As you prepare for 2027, benefit and rate changes may bring important considerations for your organization and employees. Information about what\u2019s changing is now available to help you understand your options and prepare for Portico\u2019s annual enrollment. Portico encourages decision-makers to access the updated Benefit Cost Estimator tool on <a href=\"https:\/\/auth.porticobenefits.org\/u\/login\/identifier\">EmployerLink<\/a>, review 2027 options, and connect with employees about what to expect and where they can find additional support. If your organization provides Portico benefits, make your 2027 benefit elections on <a href=\"https:\/\/auth.porticobenefits.org\/u\/login\/identifier\">EmployerLink<\/a> Oct. 1-14.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Trunk-or-treat events<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Trunk-or-treat events, where children can collect candy from cars parked in a shared lot, require careful planning around vehicle movement, crowd visibility and food safety. Organizing a secure environment protects children from traffic risks and ensures an enjoyable community celebration. &gt;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.churchmutual.com\/resources\/trunk-or-treat-without-the-tricks-a-guide-to-event-safety-and-liability\">More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Issue 106 of Administration Matters The ELCA Federal Credit Union (FCU) Ministry Card is built for congregations The ELCA Federal Credit Union Ministry Credit Card offers a cost-effective alternative to standard corporate credit cards, with flexible agreement options tailored to meet a ministry\u2019s unique needs, including its share\/deposit-secured program. 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