Does Business Leadership Belong in the Church?

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“There’s a perception that, as church leaders, we cannot take much from the secular business world and apply it to the church. In fact, many people often object to using business practices in the church.” - Ed Stetzer

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Congress nears repeal of tax on churches

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“The House of Representatives voted 297-120 Tuesday (Dec. 17) for a spending bill that includes language rescinding a section of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 that requires houses of worship and other nonprofits to pay a 21 percent tax on such employee benefits as parking and transportation.” - BPNews

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Tips for Managing a Church Budget Shortfall

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“Although a budget isn’t considered by many to be a spiritual topic—much less an exciting ministry conversation to have—every church faces financial issues. And every church, at some point or another, will face a budget shortfall.” - Facts & Trends

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Your housing allowance is safe for the forseeable future

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“The group that brought the federal lawsuit against the cash version of the clergy housing allowance has decided not to appeal the unanimous Federal Appeals Court ruling that upheld the thing. They have a clever title to this news: Appeals Court Blesses Housing Allowance.” - SBC Voices

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The Church Treasurer: The Transition and Assuming the Role

Jim

Twice I’ve had opportunity to manage the finances of another individual. The first was my son Roger’s deployment to Iraq. He was a student at Saint Cloud State and a reservist in the USMC when he was called up and had to deploy. It happened rather suddenly. He and I took these steps:

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