Ministry Insiders

How USPS Postmark Changes Could Impact Church Tax Deadlines and Payroll Filings

USPS changed its process for postmarking first-class mail in December 2025, relegating the task to regional offices instead of local ones. 

7 Things Many Pastors Don’t Know About Unrelated Business Income

There are seven things every pastor should understand about unrelated business income before starting new income activities.

What Pastors Need To Know About Tax Preparation Software

Tax preparation software packages often do not address three tax rules applicable to ministers paid for services performed in their ministry.

What Churches Need To Know When Protests Disrupt Worship

What are churches' legal rights when protesters disrupt worship? Recent events in Minneapolis have left many asking this uncomfortable question.

9 Things Church Law & Tax is Watching in 2026

A quick scan of the legal, tax, employment, and religious liberty developments most likely to affect churches in 2026—and what leaders should do now.

IRS Raises 2026 Business Mileage Rate to 72.5¢ Per Mile

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released the 2026 optional standard mileage rates.

Key Federal Tax Law Changes Churches and Clergy Need To Know for 2025–2026

All told, 50 developments and changes should be noted by churches and clergy for 2025 federal tax returns and 2026 year-round compliance.

Streamline Your Ministry with These Easy-to-Use Digital Tools

A growing number of church tech solutions are making it easier than ever to streamline ministry tasks, freeing up leaders to focus more on people than processes.

Church Property Tax Case: Lessons From a Costly Dispute

When a Texas church received a surprise property tax bill, it uncovered costly lessons about land use, documentation, and tax exemption rules. Learn what happened.

Guide To Amending a Pastor’s Housing Allowance

Learn when and how churches can amend a minister’s housing allowance to avoid tax issues—plus key tips, examples, and FAQs for church treasurers.

How To Grow Generous Givers: 10 Church Stewardship Tips

Discover 10 biblical and practical ways to grow giving in your church—from prayer and planning to building trust and teaching true sacrifice.