Cody Paiva

Church financial health concept: reserve fund savings protect ministry growth and mission stability.

How a Healthy Reserve Fund Protects Your Ministry’s Mission

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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Cybersecurity for Churches: Protecting Your Ministry in a Digital Age

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 If you’re still using an outdated and unsupported version of QuickBooks Desktop, your financial data could be vulnerable to cyber threats, data loss, and security breaches.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 In this article, we explore why outdated software is a major risk and how upgrading to a secure, regularly updated platform can protect your ministry.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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A Simple Checklist for Stress-Free 1099s

The Church Bookkeeper’s Guide to Hassle-Free 1099 Filing

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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