A Closer Look at COVID-19 and the Church
Church Law & Tax's sister site takes a closer look at COVID-19 and the Church—how the pandemic changed everything.
Pastors
Making Sense of Retirement for Church Leaders
Learn how to address the most common issues in retirement planning for pastors and church staff.
Supreme Court: Religious Law Allows Clergy to be in Execution Chambers
Law protecting prisoners' religious rights allows clergy to be present in execution chambers, Court says.
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Key Loan Forgiveness Program Change May Help Church Workers with Student Debt
Education department expands eligibility after 2017 Trinity Lutheran decision—but acceptance is still no certainty.
The 10 Commandments of Church Management
The 10 commandments of church management cover everything from intellectual property to unrelated business income.
Unpaid Payroll Taxes: A Hidden Liability for Churches and Leaders
A recent case in the for-profit world underscores the potential threat.
Who Is a Minister for Federal Tax Reporting Purposes?
Understand the IRS’s five-factor test to determine ministerial status for federal tax reporting.
The Changing Face of the Executive Pastor Role
A longtime XP discusses what is changing for a position once limited to large churches.
Retirement Savings and the Rule of 72s
What pastors and church staff can learn about the power of compounding.
11 Ways to Love Your Leader
Tips for making the most of Pastor Appreciation Month.
Planning Your Pastor’s Retirement
Webinar Recording: What you need to create and follow a successful retirement plan.
Before You Fire Your Pastor
8 guidelines to consider.
Pastoral Succession Plans: Why Your Church Needs One
Pastoral succession plans help minimize disruptions, provide uninterrupted leadership, protect the church's resources, and much, much more.
The Financial Health of Pastors
Study points out key issues as churches seek long-term solutions.
10 Commandments for Pastors, Politics, and Social Media
10 commandments for pastors thinking of preaching, speaking, or posting about politics in an election cycle. Or any other time.
Q&A: Do Lapsed Credentials Affect a Minister’s Housing Allowance?
Discover how lapsed credentials impact a clergy housing allowance and steps to navigate eligibility.
Q&A: Understanding Holy Land Trip Tax Deduction Rules
Discover when a pastor’s Holy Land trip is taxable and how IRS rules define deductible travel expenses.
Q&A: Is a Pastor’s Holy Land Trip Tax Deductible?
Specific rules dictate the tax treatment for pastors and donors.
Understanding Minister Federal Income Tax Requirements
Explore essential details about minister federal income tax requirements, including common misunderstandings, penalties, and compliance tips.
Q&A: Ministers and the Health Insurance Tax Credit
How do we factor our pastor into the health insurance tax credit for our church?