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,...
Clergy
Pay Transparency, Legal Compliance, and Religious Exemptions: What Ministry HR Needs to Know
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...
Summer Interns and the High Cost of “Cheap” Labor
As the weather warms up, your organization’s calendar begins to fill up: Vacation Bible School, camp, and community outreach events. Naturally, with the increased workload, organizations seek the help of summer interns. These young leaders are often a breath of fresh...


