1. Clear Registration Process• Policy: Ensure that all children attending VBS are registered in advance. This helps with planning, class sizes, and the allocation of resources. Include consent forms for medical emergencies, permission for photography, and emergency...

Our ministry recently had the privilege to legally assist some missionaries who had some unusual issues. Helping others remove legal red tape to take advantage of every opportunity to reach the world for Christ is our calling. These missionaries had a reputation of...

The Meaning of Going the “Second Mile”In Jesus’ time, a Roman soldier could compel a person to carry their equipment for one mile. This was a form of legal obligation, and it was something that could easily be resented. Jesus’ command to go a second mile was radical,...

We cannot stress enough the importance of making sure that no church worker is ever alone with a child.  No policy is more important or more effective in preventing tragedy than this, and church leaders must be certain workers comply with the requirement. Every...

We often receive questions about the best way to form churches—whether or not to incorporate, whether or not to be a non-profit, etc. Regardless of what a church decides in those areas, one point that isn’t up for debate is the EIN. Every church needs an Employer...

Running a Christian school involves navigating various financial and legal responsibilities,including tax-related matters. Here are the top 10 tax tips for Christian schools to help ensure compliance and maximize benefits:1. Ensure 501(c)(3) tax exempt status•...

While religious freedom is protected nationwide, states like Texas, Florida, Tennessee, and Mississippi tend to offer more robust protections for Christian values, especially in the public sphere and in religious practices. On the other hand, states...

Not only do fire alarms help keep people safe in the event of a fire emergency, working fire alarms are often required by insurance companies. If you experience a fire and it can be demonstrated that your fire alarms were not working, you could stand to lose coverage...

The IRS has revealed that many of the mistakes made in filing tax returns are actually easy to correct. But if you get them wrong, it can lead to delays and headaches. Be sure to avoid these errors!• Be sure your Social Security Number is entered accurately.• Confirm...

This Easter season, let us remember that true, lasting joy is not based on circumstances but is deeply rooted in a personal relationship with Christ and the assurance of His sovereignty. 1. Joy Comes from Christ, Not Circumstances—Joy is not a...