Church Manuals
Church Budgeting Manual
Revised for 2024
The Church Budgeting Manual seeks to break down the church budgeting process into steps that can be followed by any congregation, regardless of size. No secret recipe will be provided that makes the process easy. However, simplistic steps will be discussed so that the decision makers in the local congregation can assemble a budget or annual spending plan that meets the needs of that church.
Church Financing & Construction Manual
Revised for 2024
The purpose of this manual is to provide general guidance to churches and local congregations as they seek financing to look beyond the surface issues to consider, and hopefully address, underlying issues as well as addresses the construction of new facilities and the potential problems involving expansion projects.
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Church Treasurer's Manual
Revised for 2024
The Treasurer tracks the income and disbursements, monitors the financial health of the church, balances the checkbook, and ultimately writes the checks. This instructional guide is aid to Pastors and Treasurers in understanding their vital role in the local body. Basic guidance is given so that the treasurer can fulfill his or her responsibilities and comply with the directives provided in the Church of God Minutes.
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Minister's Compensation Manual
Revised for 2024
This simple to read guide provides step-by-step directions to the church and the pastor on setting up a compensation package that meets the requirements of the General Assembly Minutes and the Internal Revenue Code.
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Minister's Retirement Plan Summary
Revised for 2024
The same Plan Summary with a new, updated look will provide an easy to read explanation of all the benefits of participating in the Ministers' Retirement Plan. Information concerning contributions, withdrawals, disability, death of participants, as well as a variety of other issues, are addressed in the summary.
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The Church as a Taxpayer Manual
Revised for 2024
While churches are “tax exempt,” that exemption applies in only a limited manner - and only applies in regards to certain tax liabilities. In other situations, churches are treated just like all other taxpayers and are subject to the same taxes as everyone else. The purpose of this manual is to give ministers and church officials the foundational material for understanding the applicable tax laws that apply to churches.
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Church Loan Fund Policy Manual
Revised for 2024
The Church Loan Fund, Inc. makes loans to Church of God congregations across America. This policy manual details the process and requirements for obtaining a loan from the Church Loan Fund, Inc. All questions concerning the loan process should be answered within these few pages.
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