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At CIF, we use our time talent and resource in ways that move CIF forward and reflect that we are merely managing what God has entrusted to us. Let's join CIF President and CEO Scott Achterling as he explains how stewardship is the CIF Core Value from which all others flow.

Senior Pastor Andy Kvernen with Cornerstone Community Church in Marshfield, Wis. touches on the congregation’s capital campaign with CIF and a phased approach for its $3.6 million project that will begin in the spring of 2025. More room was needed for youth ministry and offices and the church has expanded its staff. Additionally, a facelift was needed and interior improvements in what was previ...

Two California churches, one two hours east of Los Angeles and the other on the ocean nearby, talk about the value of having a partner in ministry that is experienced and brings expert level help in the financial realm. "You get an organization that cares about the church, that loves the church," said Pastor-Elder Chris Robbins with Oceanside Christian Fellowship Church. "So you get to partner ...

Some people never stop learning. We at CIF see this is crucial to our continued success. That's why Curiosity is among the Core Values we ascribe to. Some may remember a little monkey who exhibited this value, one we read about in children's books. President and CEO Scott Achterling explains.

In the third of a three-part series, Christian Investors Financial board members talk about the eternal impacts of CIF's work in serving churches. Our organization's conservative nature has been a backbone of who we are since 1959. There is wise counsel, a broadening perspective and refined decision making with the goal of reaching individuals for Christ through churches. Stewardship is central...

Phoenix church focused on making disciples utilizes CIF capital campaign services, lending for new children’s ministry building, beautiful lobby expansion and exterior improvements. Funds for construction vastly improved the flow on the 10-acre campus.

In the second of a three-part series, Christian Investors Financial board members address the need for CIF's ministry serving churches, its God-honoring work, financial strength and growth. "We can serve more churches now. We can make larger loans," said CIF Director Dan Christiansen, who worked in the credit union industry for 40 years.

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.

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.

A growing 110-year-old church in southwestern Wisconsin with Norwegian roots has found people hungering for truth, and is expanding God’s Kingdom in multiple ways. Executive Pastor Mark Brockberg and Operations Director Kirk Guest recently sat down with CIF to talk about Kingdom expansion, the operations side of ministry and partnering with CIF.

Children's and adult ministry growth at Cornerstone Community Church in Marshfield, Wis. prompted a need for assistance with a capital campaign from CIF. “We really liked the fact that CIF views us as a ministry partner, that we work together,” said Naugle. The church already had investments at CIF. “We, by investing with them, are able to benefit not only ourselves, but other ministries as wel...

CIF believes and practices a set of Core Values, and the first is Communication. CEO and President Scott Achterling shares more. Watch for the next installment of our At the Core series in the coming months!

Nestled 45 miles northwest of Chicago, an active church started by 19th Century Swedish immigrants has had multiple building projects and a fruitful partnership with Christian Investors Financial (CIF). “You (CIF) are there to suggest things, you follow up well, are easy to work with and ultimately you are there to provide loans for Kingdom building,” said Business Director Mark Kolbe at The Ev...

Theology matters. Gospel interpretations may vary, but we know and we cling to the EFCA and its commitment to a Statement of Faith that majors in the majors. Ministries need buildings, but the church is much more. christianinvestors.org

Mission-minded and focused, CIF partners with individuals and churches

New Life Evangelical Free Church - Hastings, Minnesota

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Tackling church projects in phases

Communication, partnerships, strong churches

Church loan 'smooth, helpful'

Presbyterian Church (PCA) finds financing partner in CIF

Church dreams for more space fulfilled

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Pastor says CIF has same heart for ministry, enjoys human relationship