The unfolding effects of the COVID-19 (coronavirus) global pandemic have touched millions of people directly and indirectly throughout the early part of 2020. Churches and church communities are among those affected. While it is easy to succumb to the fear and anxiety that come in historical moments of uncertainty, our call as the church is to bring light and hope to our communities.
Toward that end, Church Law & Tax continues to monitor this developing story with an eye toward educating and equipping leaders to lead well in their communities. This free page is designed to help churches assess the legal, tax, financial, and risk management considerations of this rapidly changing situation—and then make sound decisions.
Church Law & Tax will regularly update this coverage—be sure to sign up for its free e-newsletters and follow it on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn to stay informed of the latest. And if your church is wrestling with a specific question you don’t see addressed here, email us: editor@churchlawandtax.com. We can’t promise an answer—but we’ll do our best as we navigate the challenge of this moment. May the church rise up to meet this challenge and bring honor and glory to the Lord.
CARES Act/Paycheck Protection Program
Financial Issues
Legal Issues
Risk Management Issues
Online Worship and Meetings

What the New Coronavirus Stimulus Package Means for Churches

An Overview of the CARES Act for Churches

Paycheck Protection Program FAQ

Q&A: How Should Churches Handle the Bookkeeping for Paycheck Protection Loans?

Q&A: Can Church Employees Receive Tax-Free Assistance for COVID-Related Hardships?

Q&A: What’s the Best Way to Cut Our Budget as We Weather the Effects of the Pandemic?

Loan Modifications in a Crisis

Q&A: Handling Donation Funds for Mission Trips Postponed by Pandemic

What if Someone in Church Has the Virus?

What the Supreme Court’s COVID-19 Opinion Means for Church Gatherings

Will Our Church Get Sued for Reopening?

Are Church Employees Eligible for Unemployment Benefits?

Legal Considerations for Coronavirus Guidance and Church Gatherings

How to Safely Reopen Your Church and Reduce Legal Liability

Keeping Children and Teens Safe While Ministering Online

Precautions and Protocols to Take When Responding to a Pandemic

Zoom’s Security Flaws: How Churches Can Respond

Q&A: How Do We Measure Online Church Attendance?

5 Questions Churches Should Ask Before Holding a Virtual Business Meeting

Q&A: Did My Church Infringe on Copyright When Using YouTube Videos in a Livestream Service?
