65th Anniversary – God-honoring care for churches
In the second of a three-part video series, CIF board members address the need for ministry serving churches, our Kingdom-minded work, financial strength and growth.
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Many ‘firsts’ in our 65 years as funds flow for God’s Kingdom
“We thank God we learned of the foundation (CIF) whereby we could get financial aid and (we) trusted the Lord to enable us to pay it back.” pastor william coseEvangelical Free church of Salt lake city (1960) As a ministry, it can be helpful to take time to reflect on how we came to be.… Continue Reading
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Northwest Community Church in Phoenix
Building, campus improvements enhance discipleship, ministries in Southwest
Continue ReadingCIF’s first leader
Milestones in CIF’s journey serving churches and people Starting in 1959, Paul Carlson was the first manager and secretary treasurer of CIF, then Christian Investors Foundation. He was known for his efficient leadership, humor, dedication and compassion, and concern for others, wrote Pastor Lynn Manlove of Faith Evangelical Free Church, Tempe, Ariz. in 1973. In… Continue Reading
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CIF Board reflects on 65 years of ministry, God’s faithfulness
In the first of a three-part series, CIF board members share their appreciation for the organization’s 65-year history and talk about the need and importance of a well-managed financial institution to serve churches and individuals.
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Early 80s loan demand meshed with strong growth of churches
“Christian Investors Foundation (CIF) is strong, and we are looking forward to one of our best years in making funds available to churches. It is because of your part in this great work that this is possible.” herbert s. nordin, cif secretary-treasurerefca yearbook (1980-1981) More than 40 years ago, in 1981, CIF, then Christian Investors… Continue Reading
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Data, details and Kingdom advancement
“Errors using inadequate data are much less than those using no data at all.” Charles babbage (1791-1871) This statement from Charles Babbage (1791-1871) makes the case for research, for doing one’s homework. An English mathematician and inventor, Babbage is referred to by some as the “Father of the computer.” Those who know me might say… Continue Reading
Continue ReadingCore Values: Collaboration
With a strong team working directly with churches and individuals, and behind the scenes, CIF practices collaboration as a Core Value. President and CEO Scott Achterling explains.
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Warm weather, ministries advancing, dollars put to work
On summer days, I am instantly drawn to the sunlight and heat. Add some rain and a bit of care and our plants will grow and thrive. These cycles and patterns are necessary, helpful … even fascinating. The financial world of churches also has cycles and patterns, which we study with a curious intensity. Many… Continue Reading
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