Most Churches Still Pass the Offering Plate

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“According to a Lifeway Research study of U.S. Protestant pastors, almost 3 in 4 say their congregation collects physical offerings by passing something around at the worship service.” - Lifeway

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Churches and Politics: What 501(c)(3) Rules Allow

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“While few public examples exist of the actual enforcement of these rules over the years by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), churches and church leaders still should understand the prohibitions and limitations, including any potential tax consequences triggered by them.” - C.Leaders

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Guide to Amending a Pastor’s Housing Allowance

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“Ministers living in church-owned parsonages may also incur housing expenses beyond their designated allowance. Churches should consider amending the allowance to cover these additional expenses for the remainder of the year.” - C.Leaders

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Three Biblical Marks of Healthy Financial Cooperation

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“The means and methods of financial cooperation between churches are not the purview of accountants and finance committees only. Rather, how financial support is given and received within the kingdom of God on earth is a theological and pastoral question.” - 9 Marks

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Most Churches Report Good Financial Health

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“around 3 in 5 U.S. congregations say their current financial health is either good (35%) or excellent (26%). Another 28% say they are tight but able to manage. Only around 1 in 10 say they have some difficulty (8%) or serious difficulty (3%).” - Lifeway

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