Pastors wear many hats: shepherd, teacher, visionary, and counselor. But let’s be honest: “financial analyst” probably isn’t the one that excites you most. Still, ministry leadership requires knowing how to read and interpret your church’s monthly financial statements. The good news? You don’t have to be a CPA to understand the essentials. With a little […]
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A Graceful (and Compliant) Approach for Churches It is not a question most pastors or church treasurers expect, but it happens more often than you think. A donor calls and says, “We’d like our contribution back.” Whether it is because of a personal financial hardship, a disagreement with church leadership, or a change of heart
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Learn what to include in your church’s financial policies manual—from spending limits to donation tracking—and download a free worksheet to help you get started.
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Planning a summer mission trip? This guide walks through the key financial steps every church should take—from tracking designated donations to managing receipts—so your mission funds stay organized and on purpose.
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Choosing a bookkeeper for your church or nonprofit? Here’s how to find a trusted partner who understands ministry, fund accounting, and donor tracking.
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We know — you’ve probably heard it before: “Your ministry needs a reserve fund.”And maybe it’s one of those pieces of advice that sounds nice in theory… but in the busyness of ministry, it’s easy to push it down the priority list. But a healthy reserve fund isn’t just a “nice-to-have” — it’s a lifeline.It
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Is your church’s accounting software putting you at risk? If you’re still using an outdated and unsupported version of QuickBooks Desktop, your financial data could be vulnerable to cyber threats, data loss, and security breaches. Without regular updates or support from Intuit, your church’s finances may not be as secure as you think. In this article, we explore why outdated software is a major risk and how upgrading to a secure, regularly updated platform can protect your ministry. Plus, discover other hidden cybersecurity risks churches face and how to safeguard your organization. Read more now!
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Filing 1099s might not be the most exciting part of ministry life, but it’s one of those crucial behind-the-scenes tasks that keep everything running smoothly—and legally. Whether you’re paying a guest speaker or hiring someone to fix that eternally squeaky church door, ensuring your 1099s are in order is key. Let’s break it down into
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Discover how to prepare accurate and timely year-end donor statements for your church or ministry. This step-by-step guide covers everything from reviewing donor information to sending heartfelt thank-you letters, ensuring compliance, and strengthening donor relationships
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