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January/February 2010

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Feature Article

57 Tax Changes You Need to Know About

New laws may mean lower taxes for 2009.

Richard R. Hammar

Articles

Should You Prepare Your Own Tax Returns?

It's not as hard as you might think.

Richard R. Hammar

Recent Developments

Issues that affect ministers and churches, with Richard R. Hammar

Church Business Meetings

Follow Procedural Requirements for Church Business Meetings

Follow your church's bylaws and state law to ensure the validity of your membership meetings.

What's Protected by the Clergy-Penitent Privilege

Not all conversations with a minister are covered by the privilege.

Sexual Misconduct by Clergy, Lay Employees, and Volunteers

Can a Denominational Office Be Held Liable for a Pastor's Sexual Misconduct?

The answer depends on several factors.

Tax Calendar

Important deadlines for churches and ministers

Tax Calendar: January/February 2010

Q&A

Q & A: Are Employee Service Awards Taxable?

Richard R. Hammar

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Confronting Peer Abuse in Your Church

Confronting Peer Abuse in Your Church

Learn how to watch and protect the children under your care from peer abuse at church.