How is United Methodist Communications associated with Jim Coleman, Ltd.?

Jim Coleman serves as an e-store vendor for the agency and is not related to The United Methodist Church. We evaluated several vendors for this role and determined that the service, quality and prices of Jim Coleman aligned with our goal to provide you with the best customer experience.

Is any of the profit going toward the work of United Methodist Communications?

Yes, UMCom receives a small royalty on purchases to supplement agency budget cuts, which jeopardize our ability to spread the Good News without additional sources of funding.

The money received goes directly to UMCom ministries such as local church grants, training and internet connectivity in the Central Conferences. To learn more about the work of UMCom visit: ResourceUMC.org/UMCom

Q. May I use a PO Box address?
A. You may enter a PO Box address in the Billing Street Address field or put the PO Box in the comments box on that same page with an explanation. If your order must ship to a PO Box, please contact Customer Service at [email protected] or 847-963-8100.

Q. How soon will I receive my order?
A.  Delivery for most items is 1-3 weeks. As the event gets closer the delivery time will be reduced to 4-6 business days.

Q. How do I know I placed my order successfully?
A. You will receive an email confirmation acknowledging your order within 24-48 hours. For inquiries please contact Customer Service at [email protected] or 847-963-8100.

Q. May I request a paid receipt for my order?
A. Please contact Customer Service at [email protected] or 847-963-8100.

Q. What is the status of my order?
A. You will receive and email confirming that your order has been placed. Delivery for most items is 3-4 weeks. If you have not received your order after 4 weeks, please contact Customer Service at [email protected] or 847-963-8100.

Q. May I place an order using a Purchase Order on the website?
A. No. Purchase Orders must be faxed to Customer Service at 847-963-8200.

Q. When will I receive my backorder?
A. Normally within 1-2 weeks after receiving the initial order.

Q. May I place an order on this website for personalized products?
A. No. Please fax your personalized order to Customer Service at 847-963-8200 or contact Customer Service at [email protected] or 847-963-8100.

Q. What are shipping charges?
A. $4.99 or less = $3.50
$5.00 - $25.00 = $7.50
$25.01 - $60.00 = $9.95
$60.01 - $100.00 = $11.50
$100.01 - $149.99 = $14.95
$150.00 & above = 10% of subtotal.
Within the Continental USA we ship US Mail and UPS Ground.
Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, US Territories and Canadian orders incur double shipping charges and in most cases are shipped US Mail.
Overseas orders require a third party account number for shipping charges and we charge a $10 handling fee. For inquiries please contact Customer Service at [email protected] or 847-963-8100.
Products are subject to change of style or color based on availability.