A Backslidden Minister In My Church
Aug 27, 2013
It never crossed Pastor Nelson’s mind that he would need to revoke the ordination of one of his ministers. During the four years of hi...
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Return to All PostsDo You Meet the Three Definitions of a Minister?
Jul 09, 2013
Is a teacher at a church-controlled school a minister? How about a church treasurer or secretary? Can they be classified as ministers?&nbs...
Read moreConvert Honorariums Into Housing Allowance in 5 Easy Steps
May 30, 2013
The ride home from the airport felt unusually short. So short, that I could not even recall the journey. I had been too engrossed in my th...
Read morePublic Insurance and Ministers
May 24, 2013
Key Point: Many people think that if a minister "opts out" of Social Security Section 1402 of the Internal Revenue Code allows a properly ...
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4 Big Mistakes Made Early in Ministry
Mar 13, 2013
When your ministry is young and small, few people ever notice it. When you start a church in your basement or living room, the last thing ...
Read moreThe Unshared Thoughts of Many Pastors
Feb 06, 2013
Sixteen solid months of growth for his church did not quell his concern that something may be wrong with the way his church managed its tax compliance...
Read moreUrgent Housing Allowance Update for 2012
Dec 21, 2012
A question that often goes unasked and unanswered is, “Who actually qualifies for the housing allowance?” Most people automatic...
Read moreCan Conducting a Wedding Land You in Jail?
Oct 31, 2012
This is a fact-based story Being asked to perform a wedding made Pastor Leavy feel honored, especially since the individuals to be wed were long-time ...
Read moreThe Truths and Myths of Ordination
Nov 23, 2011
Every minister will forever remember the day they were ordained through the local church; it is a life-giving experience for both the ministry and the...
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