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.
Personnel
Fed Rolls Out New Form I-9, Sunsets Key COVID-19 Deferment
The new Form I-9 is for churches, too, and remote examination is an option.
The Top 10 Articles on Church Law & Tax in 2021
HR topics of greatest interest; plus the 5 top viewed webinars.
Part 2 of 6
Developing Strong Job Descriptions for Employees and Volunteers
Well-crafted job descriptions are critical to each church’s mission and proper functioning.
Part 1 of 6
Applying the Ministerial Exception to Church Employees
Understanding this key legal doctrine, how it works, and when it matters—or doesn’t—for specific positions.
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Key Employee Issues Unique to Churches—and How to Navigate Them
Several employee issues that are unique to churches can have a material effect on whether a ministry succeeds or fails.
Part 3 of 6
Internships: Blessings or Blind Spots?
Here’s how churches can avoid tripping up on important legal, tax, and risk management issues with interns.
Part 4 of 6
The Importance of a Legally Sound Employee Handbook
A handbook not only protects the church and its staff—it also helps create a healthy relationship between employer and employee.
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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.
Are We Keeping It Confidential?
Nine question checklist to ensure financial and personal confidentiality.
Q&A: Should Policies and Procedures Be Separate Documents?
A church business manager shares best practices learned through the process.
Q&A: What Do We Need to Know About Outsourcing Financial Tasks?
Keep these factors mind: cost, security, and savings.
How Can Churches Treat Their Staffs Well?
An experienced executive pastor offers insights on compensation, job descriptions, and more.
4 Ways to Make an Agenda Work for You
Consider which approach may work best for your meetings.
The Changing Face of the Executive Pastor Role
A longtime XP discusses what is changing for a position once limited to large churches.
What You Need to Know About Negotiating a Raise
How both employees and their supervisors should approach the conversation.
Balancing Personnel Costs
Paying the right amounts without breaking the budget.
Five Tips for Finance Professionals Joining a Church Staff
Experts emphasize the unique rules and dynamics churches face.
5 Digital Tools for Managing Church Volunteers
Some handy electronic resources with the potential to revolutionize your volunteer management.
Effective IT on a Church Budget
How to get the most bang for your buck when buying and maintaining computers and other technology.