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.
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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.
Overview: Tax Developments of Note in 2021
Tax season is coming. Here's how to get prepared.
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.
Should a Church and Its Pastor Co-Own a Home?
Is this a viable option given the high cost of housing?
Q&A: Who Is a Minister for Federal Tax Reporting Purposes?
A church employee must be ordained, commissioned, or licensed, with a "balancing test" applied to four other factors.
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?
No precedent exists, so here’s what to look at.
Q&A: Can Ministers “Opt Out” of Obamacare?
Exploring whether or not Form 4361 exempts ministers from the Affordable Care Act.
Q&A: Is a Pastor’s Holy Land Trip Tax Deductible?
It’s essential to know the difference between vacation and business expenses.