The ChurchTrac Blog
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...
5 Impactful Youth Sermon Ideas
Crafting impactful youth sermon ideas demands a blend of relevance and depth, addressing their questions, fears, and the challenges they face in today's world. That's no easy task! Here are 5 preaching topics for youth, complete with applicable bible scr...
ChurchTrac 2023 Recap
Before all of us start new diets and make our New Year's Resolution to work out more... We wanted to take a quick moment to reflect on the good tidings of this year and recap what happened with our church software in 2023. Here are some of the highlight...
Recurring Donations: A Simple Way to Increase Church Giving
Imagine a church where budgeting isn't a constant juggling act, essential programs aren't put on hold, and where the focus can truly be on serving those in need. That can be your church with just one awesome resource: Recurring Donations Online&nbs...
The Definitive Guide to Choosing the Best Church CRM Software
It's time to ditch the outdated spreadsheets and paper files. Your church deserves a CRM that empowers growth, not slows it down. But you can quickly feel lost in the sea of options. With over 200 church CRM systems, choosing the righ...