If your church is livestreaming services, posting sermon clips, or sharing worship sets online, it’s only a matter of time before something unexpected happens — you stumble across your video… somewher...

If your church is livestreaming services, posting sermons on YouTube, or sharing worship clips on Instagram, you’re doing a lot more than just “getting the Word out.” You’re actually producing somethi...

Don't let this legal mistake shut down your ministry like it has for dozens of others.

The Terrible Legal Mistake That Could Ruin Your Ministry

Every church or ministry has a mission that inspires p...

Church law is getting more and more complicated.

Churches and ministries have never had to deal with so many problems when it comes to staying in compliance and protecting their missions in today's f...

The Hidden Tax Risks That Churches Face

Churches often think that being tax-exempt means they don't have to pay any taxes at all. However, many churches unwittingly build up past taxes and penalties ...

The Myth of the Church That Doesn't Have to Be Audited

Many church leaders think that their ministry won't be audited by the IRS since religious groups are so private. This false belief makes people ...

The Legal Risk of Volunteer Lawsuits That No One Talks About

Every church needs volunteers, who give their time and skills to help your ministry's mission. Still, not many churches fully understand t...

Every pastor should know about the legal risks that are not obvious

Pastors have a lot of duty. They lead congregations, run ministries, and provide a good example for spiritual direction. But many p...

Introduction: The Hidden Risk in the Way Your Church Is Run

Bylaws are the most significant legal documents for any church. They explain how the church works, who is in control, how decisions are mad...

Why the IRS Is More Interested in Churches Than Ever Before

Churches need to keep their 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status so they can do their jobs and carry out their missions without having to pay federa...

The Unseen Risk That Could Put Your Ministry's Tax-Exempt Status at Risk

It can be very bad for your church if it loses its 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. It puts your financial stability, donor trust,...

The Quiet Danger to Your Church's Legal Status

Every year, hundreds of churches put their tax-exempt status and legal compliance at jeopardy without knowing it by skipping an important filing obligat...