Category: Benefits
Open enrollment is coming Nov. 2–12
It’s almost time for our annual open enrollment for the Active Health Care Plan through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Please mark your calendar now for November 2–12, 2026!… Continue Reading Open enrollment is coming Nov. 2–12
Caring for clergy in 2027 and beyond
It is my hope that you understand that MI Benefits Guy and the Conference Board of Pension and Health Benefits (CBOPHB) take the work of caring for the clergy in… Continue Reading Caring for clergy in 2027 and beyond
How to use your Green Imaging benefit
We recently announced a new imaging benefit for our active employees and pre-65 retirees through Green Imaging. We know there’s still some confusion, so check out this month’s 3 Minutes… Continue Reading How to use your Green Imaging benefit
A closer look at your FSA benefit
It’s the time of year when we talk about FSAs (Flexible Spending Accounts). These are available to those who are eligible for our active health insurance plan or who waive… Continue Reading A closer look at your FSA benefit
Grant money is still available – apply today!
It’s an exciting time for the MI Benefits Guy. In July, we introduced two new grant programs, and so far, we’ve awarded roughly $150,000 in grants, with another $25,000 expected… Continue Reading Grant money is still available – apply today!
Using the Right Prescription Card
Everyone enrolled in our active and retiree health care plans has prescription coverage, but you need to present the correct card at the pharmacy, or you may face unnecessary frustration.… Continue Reading Using the Right Prescription Card
Introducing your new imaging benefit
The Michigan Conference Board of Pension and Health Benefits is always looking for ways to save our participants money and to manage our plan as economically as possible. We’re pleased… Continue Reading Introducing your new imaging benefit
The new compensation form is here
I always use this little corner to talk to you more personally. I almost always share stories from my life. This month, I want to give you a peek into… Continue Reading The new compensation form is here
Grant applications made simple
There has been some confusion about the new benefits grant applications, so this month we take a look at them and try to demystify the process. Check out this month’s… Continue Reading Grant applications made simple
Financial help when you need it most
If there is one item in Benefits that doesn’t get talked about enough, it’s the Financial Assistance Fund. This fund exists to help clergy facing financial hardship, usually due to… Continue Reading Financial help when you need it most