For years, the number $600 has been etched into the minds of every church administrator and nonprofit executive. It was the magic threshold that triggered a flurry of year-end paperwork for every guest speaker, specialized consultant, and local repairman who helped...
Q. "Can we have an open-ended bereavement policy, so supervisors can handle situations on a case by case basis?" Answer: No, your role as a ministry leader is to shepherd your staff, not to audit their personal relationships or validate the depth of their sorrow. When...
Many ministers ask whether they can claim a home office deduction while also benefiting from a clergy housing allowance. The good news is that it is possible to claim both, provided the rules for each are met and the two benefits are coordinated correctly. The IRS...