| 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. |
Ethics Policy for Congregations
Best practices for all organizations, including nonprofit organizations and churches, recommend that a business ethics and conflict-of-interest policy be in place. Business ethics policies are designed to help clarify fiduciary duties and address conflicts of interest or appearance of conflicts. >more | 
Third Party Use Property Agreements
As part of their ministry, congregations often allow nonprofit organizations to use their premises for meetings. Some examples of such limited and occasional use are 12-step groups and volunteer youth activities such as scouting. It is important to have a written agreement that sets forth the relationship and obligations of the third party use of congregation property. >more | |
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Helping People in Hard Times
 Part of the mission of the Church is to help people in need. Jesus taught us this through the story of the Good Samaritan who reached out to help the stranger, telling us to “Go and do likewise.” When congregations seek to help individuals, it is important to take the appropriate steps in providing funds and support. The attached Helping Hands/Good Samaritan model policy provides some suggestions. >more |
Returning Military Chaplains
In recent years a significant challenge has developed for reserve chaplains and the congregations they serve. Resources and goals are available to assist pastors and congregations in working through the issues and concerns. >more |
 Make a Difference with the Mission Investment Fund
The Mission Investment Fund isn’t only about the opportunity to earn a competitive return on your investment...It’s also an opportunity to make a difference. >more |
Tax Tip: Accountable Reimbursement Policies
For business and tax reasons, it is usually in the best interests of the congregation and its staff to have an accountable reimbursement policy for the reimbursement of ministry-related expenses incurred by staff and volunteers. >more |
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