Few could have imagined in January 2020 the magnitude of the economic challenges that face us amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Global and national financial issues ultimately flow down to churches. As giving drops, unemployment soars, and uncertainly continues, we’ve gathered some helpful information to guide you.
For additional information church leaders should know, visit Coronavirus and the Church: The Latest News and Advice from Church Law & Tax, Online Worship and Meetings, and Online Giving: Start or Strengthen This Type of Offering.

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

Q&A: In Light of the Pandemic, What Should We Include in Our Cash Balances for Forecasting Purposes?

Q&A: How Do We Budget During This Time of Rapid Change and Uncertainty?

Giving Is Climbing, Say Some Church Leaders

Q&A: How Can Our Members Adopt a New Budget When We Can’t Meet?

Q&A: Should We Start Digging into Our Reserves?

Loan Modifications in a Crisis

Church Financial Management in Challenging Times

Some Churches Keep Their Budgets Rolling

How Ratios Can Strengthen This Year’s Finances
