Property Archives

Religious Land Use & The Church: A Virtual Roundtable — Segment 2

This five-part video roundtable explains how the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA) protects your church’s property rights. Legal experts and real-world case studies reveal how this underused federal law can help you respond to zoning conflicts and government pushback.

Featuring attorneys Midgett Parker, John Mauck, Noel Sterrett, Eric Treene, and Matthew Branaugh

Make Sure Your Super Bowl Watch Party Splits the Uprights

Make sure the Super Bowl watch party you’re planning for your church follows NFL guidelines for copyright, trademark and acceptable use.

Dustin Gaines

Can a Church Glorify God via the Property Tax Process? Absolutely.

What churches should know, especially when an unexpected property tax bill arrives.

The Editors

A VIRTUAL ROUNDTABLE

Introduction: Religious Land Use & The Church

A five-part series on an often overlooked law that can benefit churches.

The Editors

RLUIPA Case Study: City Walk Urban Mission

How one religious organization successfully navigated zoning codes.

Matthew Branaugh

Video Series

Religious Land Use & The Church: A Virtual Roundtable

A virtual roundtable of attorneys discusses an often overlooked religious land use law.

Featuring attorneys Midgett Parker, John Mauck, Noel Sterrett, Eric Treene, and Matthew Branaugh

The Top 5 Reasons Churches and Religious Organizations End Up in Court

How to keep your church from becoming another statistic.

The Editors

Event Planner Checklist: Is Your Church Prepared to Host a Large Event?

Use this event planner checklist to host a well-organized church event with confidence.

Jonathan Sprowl

Rich’s 15 Must-Knows for Pastors: Church Insurance

Determine if your church has the right insurance.

Richard R. Hammar

Can Food Trucks Impact a Church’s Property Tax Exemption?

Discover the implications of food trucks operating on church property and how it could affect property tax exemptions.

David Fletcher

Three Reasons Christians Should Defend Religious Liberty for All

Preserving rights for other faiths enhances our own witness—and is the right thing to do.

Luke Goodrich

When a Church Leaves A Denomination: Consequences to Consider

Seven practical considerations before moving forward with any plan to separate.

Sarah E. Merkle

Supreme Court: Commemorative Cross on Public Land Did Not Offend the Constitution

Bladensburg Cross may remain, both for its religious and secular purposes, majority says.

Richard R. Hammar

How to Create an Inventory for Your Church

Tips and tricks for effectively keeping track of what your church owns.

Bob Smietana

Willow Creek’s Hybels Retires Amid Allegations

Elders of the megachurch promise to examine reports of unwanted sexual comments and advances.

Compiled by Emily Lund, Assistant Editor

Best Practices for Installing Security Cameras at Your Church

How to make the most of surveillance technology.

Bobby Ross Jr.

Public Accommodations Laws: Potential Effects on Churches

To answer this question, churches must be well-versed in federal, state, and local laws.

Richard R. Hammar

Cell Tower Leasing for Churches: Benefits, Challenges, and Key Considerations

The benefits and challenges of cell tower leasing for churches, plus expert tips for making informed decisions.

Heidi Hall

How Churches Can Manage and Maintain Physical Assets Effectively

Tips for managing and maintaining church physical assets, from planning reserves to addressing key maintenance issues.

Interview by Bobby Ross Jr.

Understanding the 5 C’s of Church Mortgage Financing

Explore the 5 C's of church mortgage financing for informed financial planning and debt management.

Michael E. Batts