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    United Methodists of Upper New YorkLiving the Gospel. Being God's Love.


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    Pension and Financial Planning

    Compass (effective 1/1/2026)

    Compass is an account-based defined contribution retirement plan for eligible clergy of The United Methodist Church (UMC) designed to help clergy optimize their retirement income with the ability to leave their account balance to their beneficiaries. Through shared responsibility, clergy accumulate an account balance during their active ministry and have flexibility to receive their income during retirement.

    Watch a video overview of Compass with Wespath's Peter Hang (Recorded from 2025 Annual Conference).


    Long Term Disability and Death Benefit Plan

    Pension (CRSP to sunset 12/31/2025)

    Personal Retirement Savings Plan

    Other Resources

    If you have any questions about pension and financial planning, please contact Julie Valeski at julievaleski@unyumc.org or at (315) 898-2001.


    United Methodists of Upper New York is comprised of a vibrant network of 677 local churches and active new faith communities in 12 districts, covering 48,000 square miles in 49 of the 62 counties in New York state. Our vision is to “live the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to be God’s love with our neighbors in all places."