Clergy pensions

Church of England Funded Pension Scheme (CEFPS)

June 2025

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Contents

My membership

Joining is easy, you join as soon as you start stipendiary ministry.

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Save more into my pension

Find out how you can save more for the retirement you want.

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Planning for retirement

It's a great idea to plan ahead to make the transition to retirement as smooth as possible.

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My retirement

When you retire, we will pay you a pension for life, plus a one-off lump sum. If your health is affecting you, find out more about ill health retirement.

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My pension if I leave

If you leave you can keep your pension with us, or transfer it to another pension provider.

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My pension if I die

Check what happens to your pension if you die before, or after you retire.

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Investment

Find out how we responsibly invest your pension.

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Extra information

Find out more about family leave, sick leave, and your pension if you divorce or dissolve.

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Contact us

We're here if you need to speak to us.

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