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Politics from the Pulpit: Do's and Dont's
Politics and the Pulpit. Generally these are two polarizing things and we know that the political season is only starting to rev up. Take the right actions to make sure your church is safe.
Culture, Core Values, and the Board of Directors
A nonprofit’s mission explains why it exists.
A nonprofit’s goals details the path it intends to take to fulfill that mission.
But, what about core values? For too many nonprofits, a list of core values is an afterthought, thrown together because some consultant said the nonprofit needed to adopt them. Too often, core values are like the middle child—crammed in between the mission and goals, feeling misunderstood and left out.
Learn how to protect your non-profit’s core values.
Before You Hit the Launch Button--Get Incorporated!
Before you enter into any contract or host any event as a new church, you need to make sure your new church is incorporated; otherwise, you can be found personally liable for any obligations, accidents, or mishaps.
Learn about your legal risks and how to stop them today…
THAT'S IN OUR BYLAWS? YOU'RE KIDDING ME, RIGHT?
Church planters have a lot of questions to answer before starting a new church.
Who hires the staff?
Who approves the budget?
Who can fire the lead pastor?
Who votes on what?
Who elects the leaders?
CHURCH LAUNCH LEGAL CHECKLIST--BEFORE YOU TAKE AN OFFERING, HOLD A SERVICE, OR SIGN A CONTRACT
Thinking about launching a new site, campus, or church? Walk through a few scenarios with me.
ARE PASTORS REQUIRED TO REPORT CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE?
In several states, the legislature has attempted to curb the clergy-penitent privilege as applied to child abuse or neglect. For example, Guam, New Hampshire, and West Virginia deny the clergy-penitent privilege in cases of child abuse or neglect…
Goodwill Church Fights for Fair Zoning: A Case Study
Goodwill Church Fights for Fair Zoning: A Case Study