Travel can be one of the most problematic areas for many of your self-employed ministers. The crux of the matter is defining when a drive is a commute and when it’s a deductible travel expense. This definition depends crucially on the minister’s principal place of...
Q. "Can we require all employees to attend events outside of working hours?" Answer: No, neither your Staff Lifestyle Agreement nor other organizational documents should "require" specific participation. Many leaders assume that because an employee loves the mission,...
In recent years, pay transparency has moved from a “nice-to-have” to a legal expectation across many states and municipalities. For ministry organizations, however, the conversation is more nuanced. Churches, faith-based nonprofits, and religious institutions must...