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 St. John’s carries insurance that covers short term disability as long as
we meet the following criteria: our pension payments are paid in full, our
insurance payments are up to date, we continue to pay the Rector at the
normal rate during the illness, and the rector cannot work. This translates
to tons of forms for us to complete and even more forms for the doctors. As
long as these terms are met the insurance policy should allow for us to be
reimbursed at a rate of 70% of the rector’s pay, except for the first 30
days.
Like all insurance companies, ours wanted to cut costs, so they decided
to pay $865.12 – they were paying for 8 days of the 3 months that the Rev.
Susan Kershaw was on short term disability. There was clearly no way to
change their mind.
That is, until Bishop Robinson convinced them they should pay us for the
period February 7 th through May 1st! Thanks to Bishop
Robinson’s help, the insurance company paid an additional $8,110.50! As a
result, we received enough to cover the additional expenses that Susan’s
absence necessitated — including supply clergy, pension for the supply
clergy, mileage, two nights at a hotel, and meals — and we have enough to
make up for the lower contribution rate due to lower attendance (which
always happens when the rector is away).
Needless to say, we are grateful to Bishop Robinson for his intercessions
on our behalf.
Photo credit to Forester Photography, Concord
NH
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