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Church Administration

The authors draw upon more than 28 years of varied Ministry experience [and many years in business], in  writing these easy-to-understand and implement, Church Administration "How To" Manuals.  A huge amount of valuable information is compiled herein, for we've learned much ministering in 1500 churches - all for your use.

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This handbook addresses many of the legal and IRS issues that church leaders face in the handling of every day church business. And to avoid personal financial liability, MUST be aware of these things.
Written to give a complete and comprehensive overview of Church Administration, and is helpful to every church regardless of size. Endorsed by 3 CPA's, an EA, two attorney's, and fifteen well-known Christian pastors and leaders, It was updated for the 8h time in June of 2007, and is completely up to date!
You have a corporation – but do you know "How To" do the church business? Contains more than 100 sample Minutes and Church Policies, enabling you to easily develop your church policies, and legally "catch-up" your incomplete Corporate Minute Book.

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Ministers Credentials and the IRS

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

Reporting The Minister - W-2 or 1099?

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.

Cell Phone Use Policy

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.

Ministries “Covered” By The Church

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.

Safe Church Policy

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?