For historical and theological reasons, many religious traditions take a skeptical view of state interference with church affairs. The laws adopted by governments can be sharply at odds with the [...]
Politicians and political organizations are always looking for ways to get their message in front of as many people as possible. Churches, with their reliable audiences and shared values, can be [...]
Serving alcohol at events can be a good way to encourage socializing and build community. But it also raises significant concerns that need to be addressed at the event planning stage. After [...]
With churches embracing the Internet as a medium for spreading their message and growing their communities, many have started to offer items for sale on their websites. Everything from books [...]
There are many circumstances where a church could be asked to loan money to a member of its community. A volunteer who spends a lot of time at the church asks for help paying for medical bills. A [...]
For a variety of reasons, it often makes sense for a church to own cars and vans for the use of its staff and volunteers. In addition to the practical advantages of having a designated vehicle [...]
As a church grows and acquires financial resources, managing the church’s assets can become a job unto itself. Like any organization that is fortunate enough to have extra resources on hand, a [...]
Getting out to nature together is a great way to strength bonds between the members of a religious community. A church that is thinking about sponsoring “official” outings, like hikes or camping [...]
Churches and other nonprofits are embracing the Internet as a way to improve their communication with constituents, promote their mission, and reach a wider audience. One way they’re doing this [...]
Individuals in a church’s positions of trust, like directors and officers, can be tempted to steal money or other valuable assets of the church for their own purposes. Such thefts are a form of [...]