Fed Rolls Out New Form I-9, Sunsets Key COVID-19 Deferment The new Form I-9 is for churches, too, and remote examination is an option. Richard R. Hammar
Crafting an Employee Discipline Process An employee discipline process is a solid first step addressing performance-related issues. Frank Sommerville
The Top 10 Articles on Church Law & Tax in 2021 HR topics of greatest interest; plus the 5 top viewed webinars. The Editors
IRS: Churches with Employer Identification Numbers Must Keep Information Current Prompt updates can help avoid unnecessary interest charges and penalties, deter fraudulent activity. The Editors
Learn More about Sexual Harassment Prevention Training for Your Church Church Law & Tax's Matthew Branaugh interviews attorney and advisor-at-large Theresa Sidebotham about her firm's Telios Teaches program. The Editors
Q&A: Can Church Employees Receive Tax-Free Assistance for COVID-Related Hardships? Section 139 of the Internal Revenue Code allows you to offer nontaxable financial help for expenses directly related to the coronavirus. Frank Sommerville
Are We Prepared for a Sexual Misconduct Allegation? Use this checklist to help prepare for a sexual harassment allegation in your church. Lorie Quicke
How Churches Can Apply for the Paycheck Protection Program What leaders should know—including a change extending the application deadline to August 8, 2020. Ted Batson
Are We Keeping It Confidential? Nine question checklist to ensure financial and personal confidentiality. The Editors
Child Abuse Prevention and Reporting: Protecting Your Church in the #MeToo Era Webinar Recording: Create a plan for your church to help prevent child abuse and sexual harassment.
Planning Your Pastor’s Retirement Webinar Recording: What you need to create and follow a successful retirement plan.
What You Need to Know About Negotiating a Raise How both employees and their supervisors should approach the conversation. Christen Gall
5 Digital Tools for Managing Church Volunteers Some handy electronic resources with the potential to revolutionize your volunteer management. Alexandria Kuo
What Can Youth Pastors Learn from Therapeutic Boundaries? Clinical psychologist Dr. Lauren Widman Eggerth explains why clear boundaries and a no-shame reporting structure are essential. Ashley Emmert
What Churches Should Look for in a Background Check Service Key questions leaders should ask before choosing a provider. Tara Beecham
Religious Schools Face Deadline for Annual Form Federal requirement includes church-run preschool programs. Richard R. Hammar
Breaking Boundaries with Minors Consider the insights of legal experts on the topic. Mike Woodruff and Dennis Kasper
When You Need a Break When can active lay people find rest and refreshment? Kevin A. Miller and Russ Reid