A Guide to 25-Minute Meetings for Church Leaders Planning a productive (and short) meeting in which everyone gets a voice. John Brandon
When Church Business Meetings Go Electronic What to do if phone and Internet tools are used for off-site participants. Richard R. Hammar
Defamation in Church Business Meetings Courts can resolve defamation claims that do not involve interpretation of religious doctrine. Richard R. Hammar
Call to Order Churches can and should select a specific body of parliamentary procedure by an appropriate clause in the church's governing document. Richard R. Hammar
Follow Procedural Requirements for Church Business Meetings Follow your church's bylaws and state law to ensure the validity of your membership meetings. Richard R. Hammar
Preparing for the Annual Business Meeting A 15-point checklist for church treasurers. Richard R. Hammar