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finances
The Exchange
How Are Church Finances Coming Out of COVID and Headed Into a Potential Recession?
To understand what churches can anticipate in 2023, let’s take a closer look at recent financial trends and current forces impacting churches.
Christian News
Pope Tightens Oversight of Vatican-Linked Foundations
Pope Francis on Tuesday tightened control and oversight over Vatican-based foundations and associations in his latest effort to impose international standards of accounting and governance on Vatican offices and affiliated entities.
Articles for Pastors
Top 10 Church Financial Mistakes
Become an effective leader and steward of your church's resources by avoiding these deadly financial pitfalls.
Christian News
UK-Based Ministry Focused on Ending Poverty Spent Thousands of Pounds on Luxury Travel, Report Finds
Former trustees of a U.K.-based charity called The Everlasting Arms Ministries were guilty of “serious...misconduct,” according to a recent report from the Charity Commission for England and Wales.
Free Resources for Youth Leaders
Youth Budget Worksheet: A Free Resource for Your Ministry
This free youth budget worksheet will make one of your not-so-fun tasks just a bit easier. We've gathered everything you need in one comprehensive document.
Christian News
At Many Churches, Pandemic Hits Collection Plates, Budgets
Churches are seeing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in their collection plates, as an untold number of congregations across the U.S. have struggled to stay afloat financially and minister to their flocks during the pandemic.
Articles for Youth Leaders
Youth Ministry Budget: Tips for Creating a Workable Plan
For the typical student pastor, creating a youth ministry budget likely isn’t a yearly highlight. Yet providing a healthy program of meaningful outreach and fun activities requires financial parameters.
Articles for Pastors
Four Key Safeguards to Make Sure Your Church Finances Stand Up Under Scrutiny
Many years ago, I remember reading an article in our local paper about a pastor who was day trading using church finances. The church lost a significant amount of money. At the time I thought how does this happen? Now I understand.