| Administration Matters addresses common, practical issues including finance, governance, risk management, tax, legal concerns and other topics of interest about day-to-day operations and management in church settings. |
ELCA 2011 Churchwide Assembly
Tune in to the ELCA 2011 Churchwide Assembly, August 15-19 -- Freed in Christ to Serve.
Visit www.elca.org/assembly to view live webcasts of assembly plenary sessions and worship, voting results, videos, photos, live chats and more. If you can't be in Orlando we hope you'll be a frequent virtual participant and encourage your members to do the same. Thank you for your prayers and participation in this biennial gathering of your church body! >more | 
Substantiating Gifts of Property
When accepting noncash gifts, remember legal requirements and considerations. >more | |
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New Employee Orientation -- Making a Good First Impression
Few things in life are as exciting -- or as harrowing -- as starting a new job. It's important that you make the new employee feel welcome and valued. Remember, first impressions last a long time and this is your opportunity to make it a good one. >more |
Fire Safety at Your Worship Center
Self inspection of your worship facility is an important way to help prevent property losses that can have a direct impact on your congregation’s mission. This useful guide will help you identify and monitor areas that need improvement and aid you in taking corrective action. >more  |
 Social Media Guidelines
With clear guidelines and policies in place you can empower your congregation, staff and lay leaders to effectively and safely use social media, while at the same time limiting liability. >more |
Is Adult Child Health Coverage Taxable in your State?
In certain states, employer-provided health coverage for an eligible adult child up to the age of 26 may be taxable for state income tax purposes if that child is not a tax dependent. >more |
Tax Tip: IRS Announces Changes to Standard Mileage Rates
The Internal Revenue Service has announced changes to the 2011 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes. >more |
Lutheran Men in Mission Gathering July 22-24
Called! Equipped! Sent! The Lutheran Men's Gathering July 22-24 at the Denver Marriott Tech Center. Our vision for the 2011 Lutheran Men’s Gathering is that every man attending would be a new man in Jesus Christ, living a life that makes a difference. And, our vision is that every man will leave the Gathering with the tools and inspiration to do just that. For more information and to register go to www.lutheranmeninmission.org |
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