We write this as a rebuttal against those advocating the “Free Church” movement; Yes, I am aware of the “Free Church” concerns: Those who express a fear of incorporating the church, and being “501(c)(3).” Essentially, the proponents of the ‘Free Church’ movement argue that by incorporating, we are allowing “Caesar’’ into our church; Or [...]
The question often arises; can the church give gifts to the pastor, the church employees, or its staff members? How about gifts to faithful teachers, hard working volunteers, or to those attending our church for the first time? What should we keep in mind in giving gifts of “Benevolence to the homeless, or even our [...]
This is not a new subject, but I find that most churches are [for the most part] blissfully unaware of the HIPAA law, and it’s ramifications for the church. This law actually came into effect on April 14, 2003, so as I said this is not a new issue at all. Following is a bit [...]
There is no state or federal law requiring you to have By-Laws. But without By-Laws, your church [or fellowship] would not be tax exempt by either the state or the IRS. And in the event of an audit, if it is discovered there are no By-Laws, any and all income would likely be ascribed to [...]
Active Ministers of the Gospel, if they are properly credentialed, are privileged to receive a significant portion of their compensation as a ‘Housing Allowance,’ free of federal [and most states] income tax – IF – and that is what is explained in this article. The unwarranted perspective of the IRS is, that the heads of [...]
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