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Benefits and Disadvantages of 501c3 Status for Churches
The Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3) provides churches and religious organizations with federal tax-exempt status. There is no requirement for churches to obtain this status, but there are several major benefits to registering as a 501c3 nonprofit...
How Online Giving Fees Work [Save Your Church $$$]
Online giving has become crucial for churches to secure their financial future. But how do you choose the right church giving platform? How do online giving fees work? And how can we save our church money with these fees? This post covers all of that an...
Creating An Executive Pastor Job Description: A Guide
When hiring a new executive pastor, it may be difficult to know where to start. But I have good news! The first step is simple: Create an exciting executive pastor job description to post online. This post will walk you through crafting a job descriptio...
Is Church Livestreaming Still Worth It In 2024?
Livestreaming has become a cornerstone of modern church outreach. Every church I've been to in the last few years is livestreaming its service. Yours probably is, too! But has it been worth it? This article has tough questions about your 2024 church liv...
Is Tithing Tax Deductible? Everything You Need to Know About Tithes
Can members use their tithe for a tax deduction? Short answer: YES Long answer: There are a few things we have to consider... Read on to learn how tithes count as tax deductible and what doesn't before your members send their tax returns to the IRS! A...
How to Craft A Pastor Job Description [Free Download]
Hiring a new pastor is a significant (and sometimes scary!) process for any church. But the first step is simple: Create a compelling pastor job description. This complete guide will walk you through crafting a job description that attracts the best can...
The Ultimate Youth Pastor Job Description [2024]
Hiring a youth pastor is a significant (and sometimes scary!) process for any church. They'll be in charge of raising the net generation of believers at your church! But the first step is simple: Create an awesome Youth Pastor Job Description. This comp...
Zelle for Churches: The Ugly Truth
In the past, we've encouraged churches to use Zelle for the benefits they offer. But at this time, we can't recommend that churches use Zelle's platform for accepting donations online. Let's talk about why... Why Churches Love Zelle for Tithes...
The 7 Deadly Sins of Church Branding
In a world shouting for attention, your church's branding isn't just a logo—it's an opportunity for connection. But there are several pitfalls we can stumble into if we're not careful. In this post, we'll cover the 7 deadly sins of church branding, ho...