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August 2019
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Church Leader Caught in Embezzlement Scheme Goes to Prison Member access only

Lax internal controls can leave any congregation wide open to theft and scandal.
Richard R. Hammar
IT Game Plans for Successful Ministry

IT Game Plans for Successful Ministry

A Closer Look at New Overtime Rules Taking Effect in 2020

A Closer Look at New Overtime Rules Taking Effect in 2020 Member access only

What the Labor Department’s increased minimum salary threshold means for churches.
Richard R. Hammar
New Scam: Emails Target Worshipers

New Scam: Emails Target Worshipers Member access only

Leaders should warn congregants about this phony “contribution” scam.
The Editors
Employment Dispute Ruling Reinforces Church Decisions about Hiring and Firing

Employment Dispute Ruling Reinforces Church Decisions about Hiring and Firing Member access only

Seventh Circuit: Churches, not courts, should determine ministerial nature of roles.
Erik Stanley
Planning and Advocating for Your Church’s Disaster Budget

Planning and Advocating for Your Church’s Disaster Budget Member access only

An intentional process ensures ministry continues for the congregation and the community.
Jamie Aten
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Dealing with Disruptive Individuals During Church Member access only

While one court says a restraining order isn’t permissible, other courts are divided on this issue.
Richard R. Hammar

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Using Social Media Safely
Using Social Media Safely Member access only
Policies to keep your church staff and members safe when using social media.
Understanding Pastoral Liability
Understanding Pastoral Liability Member access only
Know the situations in which a pastor is personally liable for wrongdoing.
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