World Communion Offering
World Communion Offering - Season of Preparation, September 6 - October 4, 2026
Calling all God's people to cultivate forms of reconcilation through racial justice, gender justice, peacemaking, global witness and ecumenical and interfaith relations.
Information/Resources: https://pcusa.org/special-offerings/world-communion-offering
Christmas Joy Offering
Christmas Joy Offering - Season of Advent, November 29 - December 20, 2026
Supporting our leaders past, present, and future.
The Christmas Joy Offering has been a cherished Presbyterian tradition since the 1930s. This Offering provides support for Presbyterian church workers and their families in their time of need and leadership development and education for communities of color at Presbyterian-related schools and colleges equipping communities of color.
Information/Resources: https://pcusa.org/special-offerings/christmas-joy-offering
Deadline: World Communion Offering Grants
World Communion Offering Grants
World Communion Offering grant applications open Sept. 7, 2026, and close Jan. 15, 2027.
All council of the church engaging in reconciliation ministries that align with the causes supported by the World Communion Offering can apply for a grant, even if you don’t receive the World Communion Offering.
Grant Applications
Applications will be received through the PC(USA) grant management system, which will require you to create a username and password for that system in order to apply. More information about gran the application system will be coming soon.
The application itself should only take about 15 minutes to complete if you have the required documentation. Read the list of required documentation in the FAQs on our website.
Grant Awards
Applications will be reviewed in the first quarter of 2027 and recipients will be announced shortly thereafter. The base award for each grant is $500-$1000. Grant money is expected to be used within 12 months of distribution.
Where to learn more about the World Communion Offering Grants
Sign up for the Special Offerings email list and make sure you check the box about World Communion Offering grants to get notified about the latest grant information and helpful tips.
Questions? Call (800) 728-7228, Ext. 5047
2026 Benefits Regional Summits
Board of Pensions
2026 Benefits Regional Summits
The Board of Pensions has opened registration for the 2026 Benefits Regional Summits: Support for Congregational Leaders. The summits, located throughout the country April 7-May 21, will provide important updates and insights into the Benefits Plan of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and related programs offered by the Board of Pensions. The summits are open to all throughout the Church.
One Great Hour of Sharing Offering
One Great Hour of Sharing - Season of Lent, February 18 - April 5, 2026
Around the world, millions of people lack access to sustainable food sources, clean water, sanitation, education, and opportunity. The work done in support of the causes supported by One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS) — disaster, hunger, poverty, climate change, and immigration/migration and refugees — serves individuals and communities in need. This work provides people with safety, sustenance, and hope. Typically received during the season of Lent, this Offering helps to improve the lives of people in these challenging situations.
Information/Resources: https://pcusa.org/special-offerings/one-great-hour-sharing