Retirement Savings Plan
The Retirement Savings Plan of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) is a qualified 403(b)(9) defined contribution church plan that allows for tax-advantaged savings. The federal government encourages saving for retirement by offering favorable tax treatment to contributions to a 403(b)(9) plan. The Retirement Savings Plan is administered by the Board of Pensions in partnership with Fidelity Investments.
How the Retirement Savings Plan works
The Retirement Savings Plan enables you to save money — through payroll deductions — for your long-term financial goals. You have the option to save money on a pretax basis, Roth after-tax basis, or both. Your employer may also make matching or other contributions to your Retirement Savings Plan account. Fidelity Investments provides the record keeping services and investment options for the Retirement Savings Plan.
How to enroll in the Retirement Savings Plan
Two steps are required to participate in the Retirement Savings Plan. In addition to indicating you want to participate, you must designate your contributions on the Salary Deferral Agreement and return it to your employer, then specify your investment choices on the Fidelity NetBenefits website.
Retirement Savings Plan investment options
The Retirement Savings Plan offers you the flexibility to choose how to invest your savings. There are 12 available investment options — including two socially responsible funds and a fossil fuel-free global fund. You may select from additional target date funds that invest based on when you plan to retire.
Retirement Savings Plan distributions
Federal tax laws limit distributions and withdrawals from the Retirement Savings Plan. Funds may be withdrawn when you retire (at age 55 or older), reach age 59½, become disabled, enter military service, terminate eligible employment, or die. In certain situations, you may be able to borrow from your Retirement Savings Plan account or take a hardship withdrawal.