Administrative Assistance

The church has every theological right to ordain whom they will, and has historically done so.  But will the IRS allow him all the tax privileges?  Ministry living and functioning in the US are subject to US tax laws

There is great confusion over whether the Pastor is Self Employed, or a Staff Minister.  The answer is not simple, but YES - he is BOTH!  The one has to do with how taxes are paid, the other with how the church is required to report.

The practice of providing a Cell Phone to the Pastor, and or other employees, is a very big issue with the IRS.  It is also potentially a serious Liability problem.  Adopting a simple Policy would minimize both of these issues.

This information is provided to help you understand the process of creating your church non-profit corporation. You can save a lot of time and money, with the added benefit of knowing exactly what you have in your documents.

How can a church legally and spiritually cover an emerging ministry?  Is there a way to minimize the start-up costs, annual expenses, any IRS involvement and liability?  Yes there is - and on a Biblical basis.

How will you respond when a Registered Sex Offender comes to your church?  Will you allow him to attend, under certain 'conditions'?  Have you a written Policy, with safeguards?

RE Marriage, Employment or Volunteers - If it is Church's Policy that church membership is a requirement to be involved in ANY church activity, this is the ultimate in having a "Fire wall" of protection from the homosexual activists, and aggressive sexual predators.

Some pastors and church leaders have purchased materials from promoters who advocate something called  “Corporation Sole.”  Presented as “The best 501(C)(3) alternative.”.  Plain and simple – THIS IS A SCAM.

Written to provide general guidelines regarding the roles and fiduciary responsibilities of Trustees and Board Members.  This will help the Board Members avoid some of the many snares.