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Asked, Answered–Are Gift Cards Really Just Gifts?
Gift cards are a simple yet powerful way of blessing others. But there are some very real tax strings attached.

Erika’s Picks—Church Law Podcast 2023
Erika Cole shares her top five episodes of the Church Law podcast in 2023.

DOJ Unveils ‘Place to Worship’ Initiative
The Department of Justice’s ‘Place to Worship’ initiative highlights the protections afforded under the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act of 2000.

North Dakota, West Virginia Add Religious Freedom Protections
Legislatures in North Dakota and West Virginia pass religious freedom protections, joining 23 other states with similar laws.

Mastering Seventeen End-of-Year Financial Tasks
Make sure these various, critical end-of-year financial tasks are covered as you and your church move in to the new year.
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