Is your ministry overly dependent on Big Tech? Or are you and your leadership team cautious about adopting ever-evolving technology? You’re not alone! By Olivia Massimiano Limitations of Big Tech While recent advances in technology — such as complex algorithms and generative AI — can be useful to boost efficiency and cut corners, they often […]
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Dallas, TX – August 26, 2024 — The Church Network proudly announces that 20 church executives have earned the prestigious Certified Church Administrator (CCA) credential. These professionals join a community of more than 900 others who have received this designation since 1979. The 2024 CCA class successfully completed rigorous coursework, a congregation-specific project, and an […]
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By Denise Craig, CAE CCA Church salary increases are not keeping up with the rate of inflation. For ministry employees, this means the money they are bringing home, even if it is more than it was last year, isn’t going as far as it used to. As costs of housing, groceries, and other household costs […]
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By Angela Park In today’s fast-paced world, we use technology in almost every area of our lives. So, it makes sense to use technology to manage our personal finances. With the correct tools and skills, it has become easier for anyone to manage their money with an online program or mobile app. Using technology […]
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CFX 2024 will focus on church AVL, church building projects, church safety, and facility stewardship — all under the same roof Church Executive: Who is the target audience for the educational offerings at CFX? And for new attendees, what kind of experience can they expect to have at the event? Stephanie Lippi: At CFX, our […]
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Ensure that your church’s bank deposits are safe…no matter which bank you use! By Mike Batts, CPA Remote work is still a strong force after the COVID-19 pandemic, with many businesses allowing their employees to work remotely. Remote work’s lingering reality has significantly reduced the demand for commercial office and business space. The resulting increase […]
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4 Processes Your Church Should Re-evaluate This Summer By Olivia Massimiano For churches, summer is the perfect time to reflect on key processes within your operations and evaluate their effectiveness. This slightly slower time of year can help you get everything squared away before the back-to-school season ramps up in the fall. In between holidays […]
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Church Executive: Just how big of an issue is employee theft in churches, really? Mike Nester: I wouldn’t say it’s one of the larger issues that our churches are dealing with, but it’s one of the easiest to work on. That said, we do see losses; we’ve had more than $1 million in claims […]
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By Rev. James Cook, CFP®, RICP® Becoming a homeowner is an important financial goal for many people and is viewed as a significant “step up the financial ladder.” But if you have never purchased a home before, the decisions and process can seem daunting. In this article, we will give a general overview of […]
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By RaeAnn Slaybaugh They say change is hard — but sometimes, it’s worth it. Such is the case at Immanuel Baptist Church, where leaders are discovering the benefits of outsourcing their accounting services: better oversight, increased efficiency, more transparency/accessibility, and cost savings. It was even instrumental in recovering nearly $200,000 in “lost” online gifts […]
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