Church Mutual
406.532.2164
Admitted “A” A.M. Best Rating
Church Mutual Insurance Company is one of the nation’s leading insurers of worship centers and other religious institutions, including schools, camps and retreat centers.
For 57 consecutive years, Church Mutual has received the A (Excellent) rating from A.M. Best Company. Our Church Mutual Department offers customized, multi-line insurance programs backed by years of expertise in the religious institution related field.
Product Features
- Direct Bill
- Specialized coverage for worship centers and other religious institutions
- Group Discounts available for selected denominations
- Broad range of coverage extensions
- Additional Optional Coverages available
Accomodation Lines
- Auto
- Umbrella/Excess
- Clergy Homeowner
- International Travel Insurance and Assistance
How do I submit a risk for a quote with Church Mutual?
Submit the following items for review by underwriting:
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Church Mutual application
General survey
Sexual misconduct/molestation survey
Loss runs/loss history form
Photos
Property inspection/diagram
Are there any special licensing procedures to write business with Church Mutual?
Agents must be appointed with Church Mutual.
Will Church Mutual write a church that leases space for services and does not own its own building??
Yes – these types of risks can be written with Church Mutual. Along with standard underwriting information, submit a non-owned building survey.
How are Church Mutual accounts billed?
Church Mutual policies are company direct bill. Please contact our New Business Underwriter, Beth
Robinson at extension 49 or via email at bethr@bigskyunderwriters.com.
Beth handles business in all states and for all agents. You can also
contact her assistant Cheri Wendorf-Heimerl at extension 58 or via email
at cheri@bigskyunderwriters.com
How do I file a claim on a Church Mutual account?
Claims can be submitted to our office or direct to the company (1-800-554-2642, Option 2). Claims can be emailed to our office at chmu@bigskyunderwriters.com. or bethr@bigskyunderwriters.com. Please be sure to show CLAIM in the subject line.
Who does my insured contact if they have questions on their bill?
Insureds should contact Church Mutual Billing Department direct at 1-800-554-2642, option 4, extension 4607
What accommodation lines are available and how can I obtain a quote??
Business Auto, Umbrella/Excess, Directors, Officers & Trustees Liability, Employment Practices Liability, Educators Liability, Employee Benefits Liability, Travel/Accident Coverage, Clergy Homeowner/Tenant Homeowner. Special applications are available online for each line of business.
On camp/retreat center risks, will Church Mutual provide coverage for activities unique to camping risks?
Yes – coverage is available for saddle animals, rock climbing/rappelling, climbing walls, ropes courses, archery, riflery, watercraft, white-water rafting. This is a limited list, so please address your specific question to the underwriter.
What safety resources are available for religious ministries to establish a loss control program?
Church Mutual’s website www.churchmutual.com has a wide array of safety resources available. Protection Series booklets are available for download. Safety Videos (DVDs) and Safety Posters can be ordered from the website.
Who do I contact on Church Mutual business?
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Beth Robinson
New Business and Renewal Underwriter
Extension 49 or bethr@bigskyunderwriters.com
**Please remember the information is subject to change. For specific information, please contact your underwriter or refer to policy wording. **
Our goal is to provide the high-quality service and underwriting expertise our agents expect. We are pleased to answer questions regarding our products and services.
Department Email: chmu@bigskyunderwriters.com
Department Phone Number: 406.532.2164
Beth Robinson
Underwriter (All States)
bethr@bigskyunderwriters.com
Ext. 49
A native Montanan, Beth was born and raised in Kalispell. She began her insurance career in 1977 and has worked at the company level in both Salt Lake City and Nashville. She holds a B.A. Degree in History/Political Science from Eastern Washington University. In 1984, Beth returned to Kalispell and became an underwriter for Service Office of Montana which later became Hull & Company. She joined Big Sky when the Kalispell and Missoula office consolidated in September 2009.
Stella Oly
Assistant Underwriter (All States)
stella@bigskyunderwriters.com
Ext. 58
Coming soon!
** Please send any applications, change requests, cancellation requests or other inquiries to our general Church Mutual email, chmu@bigskyunderwriters.com**.
Schools
Preschool Elementary High School College Accomodation Lines
Umbrella/Excess Clergy Homeowner International Travel Insurance and Assistance |
Camps, Retreat / Conference CentersYMCA/YWCADenomination & Association OfficesSenior Living Communities / Assisted Living FacilitiesClergy Homeowners / TenantsWorship CentersChurchesReligious Institutions |