Have you checked for Unclaimed Property?

Did you know your church might have money waiting to be claimed? Many organizations—including churches—sometimes have unclaimed property such as old bank accounts, utility deposits, or uncashed checks that end up with the State Treasurer’s Office.

The State of West Virginia holds these funds until the rightful owner claims them. It’s quick and easy to check online! Simply visit the West Virginia State Treasurer’s Unclaimed Property page and search your church name.

Take a few minutes to look—your church might discover a financial blessing you didn’t expect!

2026 PWV Budget

At the stated meeting of the Presbytery on Aug. 16, the 2026 budget was approved. The final, approved 2026 budget can be found here.

2026 Per Capita

The 2026 Per Capita rate will be $33 per member, according to the church’s membership in the most recently filed statistical report. The 2026 Per Capita was approved at the Aug. 16 Presbytery meeting. With the total rate at $33 per member, the Presbytery of West Virginia will keep $19.34 and send $11.26 and $2.40 to the General Assembly and Synod of the Trinity, respectively. The letters detailing your church’s Per Capita amount for 2026 are being prepared and will be in the mail soon.

Helping us understand the importance of Per Capita to our connectional church is this excellent article from Presbyterians Today, titled (coincidentally enough) “Understanding Per Capita.”

2026 Shared Mission Pledge Request

Please watch your mailboxes for the 2026 Shared Mission pledge request and Per Capita notice letter.  These letters will be mailed to the treasurer, Clerk of Session, and pastoral leader of each church. Please return the pledge card to this office at your earliest convenience. We encourage each Session to thoughtfully consider our request. The information provided when a church returns their pledge card, no matter the response, is essential to our effective management of the presbytery’s financial resources. So, we urge treasurers, Clerks of Session, and pastoral leaders to make sure that their church has returned their pledge card to this office. If you have any questions about mission pledge, Per Capita, or other benevolences, please let us know (304-744-7634, treasurer@wvpresbytery.org).

Board of Pensions update 1: Get ready to select benefits for 2026

Your 2026 Employer Agreement will be available in Benefits Connect Thursday, Aug. 28, through Friday, Oct. 3, for you to review pricing and select one or more benefits to offer your employees for 2026.

Board of Pensions update 2: Ministers 2026 rates

CLICK HERE to see the dues packages for 2026, including eligibility, benefits, and dues information.

2025 Per Capita

The 20252 Per Capita rate is $30.30 per member, according to the church’s membership in the most recently file statistical report. With the total rate at $30.30 per member, the Presbytery of West Virginia will keep $17.46, sending $10.44 and $2.40 to the General Assembly and Synod of the Trinity, respectively.

2025 IRS Standard Mileage

The Internal Revenue Service has issued the 2025 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical, or moving purposes.

Beginning on Jan. 1, 2025, the standard mileage rates for the use of a car (also vans, pickups, or panel trucks) will be:

  • 70 cents per mile driven for business use, up 3 cents from 2024
  • 21 cents per mile driven for medical purposes or for moving purposes for qualified active-duty members of the Armed Forces, unchanged from 2024
  • 14 cents per mile driven in service of charitable organizations; the rate is set by statute and remains unchanged from 2024.

Note: The rates apply to electric and hybrid-electric automobiles, as well as gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles. The standard mileage rate for business use is based on an annual study of the fixed and variable costs of operating an automobile. The rate for medical and moving purposes is based on the variable costs.

2025 Special Offerings Calendar

Here is the calendar for the four churchwide Special Offerings of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.):

  • One Great Hour of Sharing: March 5 – April 20
  • Pentecost: April 21 – June 8
  • Peace & Global Witness: Sept. 7 – Oct. 5
  • Christmas Joy: Nov. 30 – Dec. 21

NOTE: Donations to the four special offerings are accepted at any time. The dates above are for times of special emphasis on the offerings. Click here for more information or to order resources, or call the PC(USA) Store at 800-533-4371.

Church treasurers and finance committees

As the Treasurer of our Presbytery, I am reaching out to offer my support and assistance to you in your vital role within your congregations. Navigating the financial responsibilities of a church can often feel like a daunting task. However, you don’t have to face these challenges alone. I am here to help ease your burden and provide guidance wherever needed.

I understand the unique complexities involved in managing church finances, and I am committed to offering support to your church. Whether you require assistance with budgeting, financial reporting, or any other aspect of financial management, I am at your service. Furthermore, I am more than willing to make visits to your church if that would be beneficial to you. Sometimes, a face-to-face conversation can be the most effective way to address concerns and find solutions. Please feel free to reach out to me at treasurer@wvpresbytery.org or 304-744-7634 with any questions or to schedule a visit. Together, let’s ensure that our congregations are equipped with the financial tools and support they need to thrive.