South Central Hispanic District + GenFi Ministries


   4070 27th Ct SE, Salem, OR 97302

Partnering Together to Strengthen Ministries Across the South Central Hispanic District.

GenFi Ministries is honored to serve the pastors, churches, and leaders of the South Central Hispanic District through trusted financial solutions that empower ministry for generations.

A Shared Mission for Generational Impact

GenFi Ministries has partnered with the South Central Hispanic District to support pastors and churches sharing the Gospel throughout the district. Together, we’ve helped churches within the district build financial strength and create a generational impact that continues to shape the district today.

Enroll in Your District-Sponsored 403(b) Retirement Plan

The South Central Hispanic District has partnered with GenFi Ministries to provide retirement resources for ministers in the District. As part of this partnership, the District will contribute to your 403(b) retirement account with GenFi Ministries. To enroll in the plan, please click the button below to complete the enrollment form. Once your participant form is received, GenFi Ministries will notify the District office.

“GenFi Ministries walks alongside the churches of the South Central Hispanic District, empowering pastors and leaders with resources that help turn vision into lasting impact for generations to come."
Supt. Amos Garza
South Central Hispanic District

Empowering the South Central Hispanic District

Church Loans

Partnering with churches to expand their reach.

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Investments

Build your future while funding ministry growth.

Investment Options

Retirement

Empowering ministers and church staff for the years ahead.

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A Dedicated Partner for the South Central Hispanic District

Rev. Nick Alfaro

Vice President/Ministry Consultant

A resident of Dallas, TX, Nick serves as our Ministry Consultant for the South Central Hispanic District. He can help you explore church loans, investments, and retirement options, and can also review your church’s finances with you.

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Practical Tools for Every Season of Ministry

Stewarding the Future: Church Boards and Pastoral Retirement

This guide equips church boards to navigate ministerial retirement with clarity, offering biblical insights, practical steps, and an overview of why the minister’s 403(b) is such a powerful tool for long-term care. It empowers leadership teams to steward both their church and their pastor well.

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Minister Retirement: Bringing Clarity to Retirement Planning

This helpful guide removes the confusion around ministerial retirement, giving pastors a clear, accessible path toward preparing for the future. With practical steps and insights, it explains key retirement concepts, common challenges, and the unique advantages available to ministers.

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Calculators & Tools

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Faith. Partnership. Results.

Investments with GenFi Ministries support churches and ministries.

Pastor Abiud Caba felt God’s call on his life at just 17 years old. Today, he leads a thriving church in Davenport, Florida, where the sanctuary is always at capacity and the ministry has a growing academy focused on educating and nurturing children.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the 403(b) Retirement Plan?

Current employees of Assemblies of God churches/ministries and self-employed, licensed, or ordained ministers of the Assemblies of God are eligible. 

What if I don't qualify for the 403(b) plan?

If you are not eligible for GenFi Ministries’ 403(b) Retirement Plan, you may be eligible for a GenFi Ministries’ Individual Retirement Account or Individual Investment.

How much can I contribute?

There are a few different contribution limits for the 403(b) retirement plan. The amount you can contribute is the lessor of your taxable income or $24,500 (in 2026). If you are age 50 or older, your limit in 2026 is $32,500 subject to your taxable income. There are other limits based on age and for employer contributions. Contact GenFi Ministries for details.

Can I take distributions out as housing allowance?

Yes, retired ministers can potentially designate all or a portion of their redemptions as housing allowance. (The Housing Allowance form must be submitted to GenFi Ministries prior to the redemption.)

Are there any fees to have a 403(b) retirement account?

For accounts invested in the Vision Fund with a balance of $2,000 or more, there is a $5 monthly fee. For accounts invested in mutual funds offered through Envoy Advisory, Inc., there is a percentage-based fee of 0.0267% monthly (0.32% annually). Mutual funds may also have additional underlying expenses. Refer to the fund prospectus for more information.

Can I transfer money from another 403(b)?

Yes, if your current plan allows for such transfers and you meet a triggering event as defined by the IRS.

Can I continue making contributions if I change employers?

Yes, as long as your new employer is a participating employer that has completed an Adoption Agreement with GenFi Ministries.

Can I change the fund(s) my contributions are invested in?

Yes, you may change the allocation of funds at any time. Contact GenFi Ministries for specific instructions.

Contact Us

Have more questions? Don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

Salem Office Hours
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8:00 am to 4:00 pm

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Friday
8:00 am to 12:00 pm

GenFi Ministries lends money to Assemblies of God organizations only in the United States of America.

Submit this form to get your free copy of Minister Retirement: Bringing Clarity to Retirement Planning.

Thank you for your interest in this free resource. Once you submit this form, your free copy will be shipped to you within 3 business days of when the form is submitted. Please feel free to contact our office (800-821-1112) if you have any questions or your book doesn’t arrive within 2 weeks.

Submit this form to get your free copy of Stewarding the Future: Church Boards and Pastoral Retirement.

Thank you for your interest in this free resource. Once you submit this form, your free copy will be shipped to you within 3 business days of when the form is submitted. Please feel free to contact our office (800-821-1112) if you have any questions or your book doesn’t arrive within 2 weeks.

Please submit this form to begin the process of opening an ESA with GenFi Ministries.

Thank you for your interest in our IRAs. Once you submit this form, an Investor Specialist will be in contact with you within 2 business days. Please feel free to contact our office (800-821-1112) if you have any questions in the meantime.

Please submit this form to begin the process of opening an ESA with GenFi Ministries.

Thank you for your interest in our IRAs. Once you submit this form, an Investor Specialist will be in contact with you within 2 business days. Please feel free to contact our office (800-821-1112) if you have any questions in the meantime.

Please submit this form to begin the process of opening an ESA with GenFi Ministries.

Thank you for your interest in our IRAs. Once you submit this form, an Investor Specialist will be in contact with you within 2 business days. Please feel free to contact our office (800-821-1112) if you have any questions in the meantime.

Please submit this form to begin the process of opening an ESA with GenFi Ministries.

Thank you for your interest in our IRAs. Once you submit this form, an Investor Specialist will be in contact with you within 2 business days. Please feel free to contact our office (800-821-1112) if you have any questions in the meantime.