Our Programs

At PLAG Ministries, our programs exist to honor faithful service, preserve community history, and equip the next generation of church leadership.

  • Direct Relief for Retired Church Workers

    Our cornerstone program provides direct financial aid, living assistance, and healthcare support to retired pastors, deaconesses, and surviving spouses who lack adequate retirement safety nets.

    • Living Assistance: Supplemental aid for basic daily living expenses and essential care.

    • Medical & Healthcare Relief: Support for critical medical expenses, prescriptions, and health needs.

    • Surviving Spouse Support: Targeted care ensuring widows and widowers of church workers are never forgotten.

  • Investing in the Future of Church Leadership

    To ensure the legacy of faithful leadership continues, this program provides educational grants and support to individuals pursuing theological education and ministry training.

    • Ministry Student Support: Financial assistance for individuals called to full-time vocational ministry.

    • Leadership Equipping: Supporting resources that help emerging leaders serve their local communities effectively.

  • Giving Voice to the People

    Every story carries the power to preserve history and inspire future generations. Through captured raw testimonies, archival work, and educational publications, this initiative documents the real, living faith and sacrifices of church leaders and community members.

    • Testimony & Story Capture: Recording oral histories and personal journeys of faith.

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Pledges: Support the Ministry

Muddy Boots Tier
$0.00

Impact: Covers basic field support for local operations.

Perks:

  • Raw, unfiltered digital updates and video diaries straight from the ground.

  • An exclusive discount on the book

  • A permanent 15% discount on all foundation swag in the online shop.

  • Made specifically for people who want to support a real cause.

Heritage Tier
$0.00

Impact: Funds a portion of a student scholarship or a retired minister’s direct aid.

Perks:

  • All from The Muddy Boots Tier.

  • One free copy of the standard Muddy Boots book

  • Exclusive access to a curated digital library of Bishop Paul’s past sermons, released quarterly

  • Access to the Heritage VIP Section for the main event at all free concerts or street performances.

Bishop's Circle Tier
$0.00

Impact: Anchors the foundation by fully underwriting a specific family or community crisis fund.

Perks:

  • All perks from the previous tiers

  • A guaranteed copy of the Limited Heritage Edition hardback, hand-sealed with the actual UMC Bishop’s Dry Seal.

  • Subsidized 1:1 coaching and spiritual connections for pastors and lay leaders

  • Access to the private reception before the main event at all concerts and fairs

Through our oral history initiative, we capture raw testimonies and personal stories of faith to honor the living legacy of our church leaders and inspire generations to come.

Pledge Tiers FAQ

  • A pledge is a voluntary commitment of financial support for PLAG Ministries over a set period. Unlike a one-time donation, a pledge allows you to plan your giving over time—whether monthly, quarterly, or annually—helping us sustainably fund our programs and care initiatives.

  • Our pledge tiers offer suggested giving levels to show the direct impact of your support. You can choose the level that best fits your giving capacity:

    Muddy Boots Tier

    Heritage Tier

    Bishop’s Circle Tier

  • No. A pledge is an expression of intent and a statement of faith, not a legal obligation. We understand that personal financial circumstances can change. If you need to adjust, pause, or cancel your pledge at any time, you can do so easily by contacting us.

  • You can fulfill your pledge using the payment schedule in our Donation Page

  • Yes. PLAG Ministries is a registered 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charity and a California non-profit. All contributions made toward your pledge are 100% tax-deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law. You will receive an official tax receipt for your records.

  • Unless specified, pledges support our core general fund, allowing us to direct resources wherever the need is greatest among retired church workers and our care initiatives. If you wish to direct your pledge specifically toward Ministerial Aid, Legacy Preservation, or Educational Grants, please contact our team.

  • You can set up your pledge online through our website's Donation Portal. If you ever need to update your payment details or adjust your pledge amount, reach out to our team at hope@plagministries.org