Part 5 of 5
Running a Virtual Church Business Meeting
A quick guide to conducting church business virtually.
Boards
Part 4 of 5
Taking Minutes at a Church Business Meeting
How to properly document the official actions taken at a meeting.
Part 3 of 5
Voting at a Church Business Meeting
Four primary methods of voting that members and leaders should understand.
Part 2 of 5
Making Motions at a Church Business Meeting
Four questions to help ensure your motions follow proper parliamentary procedure.
Part 1 of 5
Preparing for a Church Business Meeting
How to structure effective, legally sound meetings—and set their agendas.
The Dangers of a Quiet Governance Change
Subtly shifting who has authority to make key decisions in your church may make sense—but may also erode congregational trust.
On-Demand Webinar
The Basics of Running a Legally Sound Church Business Meeting
Attorneys Richard Hammar and Sarah E. Merkle discuss best practices for implementing and following parliamentary procedures.
17 Changes Relevant to Churches in Newest Robert’s Rules of Order
Leaders should note these changes before their next official church business meeting.
Recommended Reading
Getting Meetings Right
Online or in-person, understand what churches need to know to conduct legally sound meetings.
Do We Know When to Hire an Attorney?
Take this True/False quiz to find out.
Board Member Checklist
Nine questions to help you understand your role and responsibilities.
5 Questions Churches Should Ask Before Holding a Virtual Business Meeting
How church leaders can ensure their decisions are valid if an in-person meeting isn’t possible.
15 Things Richard Hammar Wants Pastors to Know
Parliamentary Procedure
Learn the basics of running church meetings.
Housing Allowance Resolution for Pastors
A housing allowance is a the most important tax benefit for pastors. Use this resolution to help set a housing allowance for pastors in 2025.
How to Take a Vote in 5 Easy Steps
What you need to know to keep a meeting moving along.
Unpaid Payroll Taxes: A Hidden Liability for Churches and Leaders
A recent case in the for-profit world underscores the potential threat.
Removing a Church Board Member
What to do when someone must be removed from office.
How to Remove a Church Board Member
Avoid potential litigation and internal strife with proper bylaws, policies, and procedures.
Board Monitoring of Church Finances: What to Do—and When
A step-by-step guide for meetings.
Hey, Fletch: What Kind of Written Report Should We Give to the Church Board?
How this tool can reduce meeting times and enhance efficiency.