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Buying Power
Taking advantage of a tough economy for buying decisions.
Lee Dean
Does Your News Spread?
Multiple methods make the difference for church announcements.
Lee Dean
'Tis the Tax Season
Changes Church Staff Members Must Know Before Filing '09 Returns
Richard R. Hammar
Seats with Substance
Flexible seating options offer churches durability and versatility.
Tyler Charles
Finding Grants
Joy Skjegstad
How Two Churches Do It
Church leaders discuss ins and outs of grants.
Joy Skjegstad
Finding Funds
Grants and Gifts Might Help Outreach Efforts—But There Are Catches.
Joy Skjegstad
Future Church
3 Truths Churches Struggle to Accept
And you shall know reality, and reality shall set you free.
Trevor Bron
Church Office Today
Right Person, Wrong Position
The effort is there, but not the results. How do you proceed?
Paul Clark
Website Wisdom
New Research, Cooperative Reveal Best Practices for Churches.
Drew Goodmanson
Addressing a Shortfall
How to talk about end-of-year deficits—and spur giving.
John R. Throop
Fighting the Flu
Guidance for Churches to Limit Fast-Spreading illnesses
Lindsey Learn
The Faithful Came
How Three Churches Drew Crowds for Christmas '08.
Lee Dean
Bringing Joy to the World
A communications strategy to reach more people at Christmas—and beyond.
Lee Dean
Weighing the Tax Gap
Stronger standards may ease need for future laws.
Dan Busby
Asking for Big Gifts
Keys to securing large contributions in a tight economy.
Eric Reed
The Persuasive Purchaser
How to approach decision-makers about big buys.
Paul Clark
When You need an expert
Three Steps For Finding The Right Consultant On Your Next Technical Job
Kent Morris
Joining The Club
Lee Dean
Making Comparisons
Eight tips your church can use when making purchases.
Lee Dean
High Tech, Low Budget
How one rural pastor uses technology without spending a lot.
Ryan Hobbs
Reading the Fine Print
Tips and tactics to remember when it comes to contracts.
John R. Throop
The 2010 Wish-List
Five purchases churches might consider during the next year.
Kent Morris
Techno Tools
Answers to common questions about computers and phones.
Nick B. Nicholaou
Paying Retirement Packages
How to handle a 'pastor emeritus' title.
Richard R. Hammar
Pinched Paychecks
Survey: Pastors, church staff nationwide see slight pay declines.
Eric Reed
The Risks of Not Reporting Abuse
State laws pose liability concerns for pastors.
Richard R. Hammar
High Expectations
How To Raise The Bar So People Will Stay
Sam S. Rainer III
E-give and Take
Three worthy e-giving options for churches to consider.
Lee Dean
The Turn of the Key
New technologies give churches options with facility access.
Lee Dean
Deciphering Data Storage
Breaking down three approaches for your church's e-storage.
Tyler Charles
Super Savers
With focus and creativity,churches can engage children during Sunday school.
Lynda Freeman
Before the Alarm Sounds
Planning can minimize fire risks and save lives.
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Managing Your Anger
Controlling A Strong Emotion.
James F. Cobble, Jr.
Virtual Sanity
An Easy, Little-Known Way To Save Money.
Nick B. Nicholaou
Where Sacred And Secular Meet
How Churches Use 'New Urbanism' design To Do Ministry.
Brandon O'Brien
Aiding The Unemployed
Michael W. Michelsen, Jr.
Reaching The Unemployed
How churches are mobilizing to minister as jobless rates climb.
Michael W. Michelsen, Jr.
Budget Bullseye
Churches Take Aim At A Moving Target.
Marian V. Liautaud
Guard Your Tongue
False statements can put churches in hot water.
Richard R. Hammar
It's a Church, Not an Ark
Tips for keeping wildlife out of your building.
Jeff Friend
Can Social Networking Get Us Sued?
How to safeguard your church staff's use of popular communication tools.
Frank Sommerville, JD, CPA
Firing Over Morals
Laws force churches to weigh dismissals.
Richard R. Hammar
Flirting with Disaster
How to respond when a YOUTH flirts with you.
Jack Crabtree
The Technophobe's Survival Guide
Simple tech projects any church can start.
Lauren Hunter
Unoriginal Sin
Six "thinkholes" that jeopardize your church's unique identity
Will Mancini
Liable For A Loan
Be cautious before offering pastor a below-market interest loan
Richard R. Hammar
Building Momentum for Missions
One church's comprehensive approach to short- and long-term missions.
Chris Blumhofer
Are You Prepared to Dismiss Someone?
A checklist to use before you let someone go.
Jeff Hanna
When Layoffs Loom
Letting church staff go safely, legally—and with grace.
John R. Throop
Before You Cut Staff
Eight tips to save money before turning to pink slips
Paul Clark
Bigger Budgets in a Time of Decreased Giving
Survey reveals what churches are doing to adjust to economic realities
Marian V. Liautaud
Understanding New Wireless Microphone Restrictions
Why your church likely needs to replace its wireless systems—and soon.
Tyler Charles
The Power of Many
Vision can't come from only a few.
Kevin G. Ford
How Churches Can Manage the Swine Flu
Simple tips congregations can use to combat fast-spreading illnesses.
Lindsey Learn
Who Owns the Records?
Richard R. Hammar
Road Trip
Make sure your church bus crosses state lines legally.
Richard R. Hammar
Why Church Secretaries Quit
Dr.James Cobble, Jr.
Sanctuary Accessibility Audit
Marilyn L. Donnellan
Deep Attraction
Sam S. Rainer III
Accessible for All Ages
As the number of senior citizens grows, churches work to accommodate needs
Marilyn L. Donnellan
Paying Tuition Benefits
Richard Hammar
Cover Me
One out of seven Americans are without health insurance*—should your pastor be one of them?
Tonie Auer
Busy Signal
An active church office might find savings and efficiencies with VoIP.
Nick B. Nicholaou
Shooter in the Church
A police officer's advice on how to prevent, and react to, a gunman at church
Andrew G. Mills
Four ways to get more out of your VBS kits
Don't limit these resources to just five days in the summer
Lynda Freeman
Obama Proposes Limits on Charitable Contribution Deductions
Will the President's proposals spell disaster for churches and other charities?
Richard R. Hammar
Drawing the Line on Danger
What To Do When Someone Scary Enters Your Church.
Lee A. Dean
"It Can't Happen Here"
Are small churches more vulnerable to predators?
Marian V. Liautaud
The New Liturgy
A surprising trend takes the "worship wars" in an unexpected direction.
Lee A. Dean
Car Troubles
Practical ways to deal with too many automobiles.
Carol Stratton
The Great Green Question
Hype or sound economics? Experts weigh environment-sustainable building practices.
Sue Marquette Poremba
Prevent Volunteer Burnout
3 Biblical models for effective, lasting ministry.
Robert Morgan
Fair Pay
A step-by-step plan for implementing an effective compensation plan.
by Donald L. Caruth, Ph.D, SPHR, and Gail D. Caruth, SPHR
Watch Your Step
Business activity in your church can impact employment policies and zoning.
James F. Cobble, Jr. And Richard R. Hammar
God's Economic Stimulus Plan
A for-profit business investment can have spiritual and financial returns.
Michael Trent
The Case for Nonprofits
Sometimes it's necessary to look beyond the church for ministry growth.
by Joy Skjegstad
Should We Circle the Wagons?
There may be a better response to tough economic times.
by Clayton Brumby
Encouragement in the Economic Crisis
by Dick Towner
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