Dec. 31 marks the end of the financial year for most congregations, so it’s important that your finance team close out the books properly. But how? So much to think about. FreeChurchAccounting.com has a checklist to guide you. (Illustration: AJ Cann, Creative Commons)
Adding online offering capability to your church can boost donations. But what company should you use? Church Tech Today looked at the top 21 and ranked them. Check it out. (Photo: Jhaymesisviphotography, Creative Commons)
Every congregation has a compelling story of faith and impact. A narrative budget helps to communicate that story and provides opportunities to show and celebrate how God is at work. The Evangelical Covenant Church explores.
Holiday spending can squeeze your budget, but freebies and cheapies can help offset costs. Knowing where to look can help you save on gifts, fun, travel, decor and entertaining. Fidelity financial explains.
Achieving financial security often requires making smart choices, but with a bewildering number of options for saving and investing, it’s hard to chose wisely. This article from Fortune helps clarify things for newbie investors. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Credit scores can be confusing and fraught with misinformation. Many people don’t know what actions can raise or lower their scores. And surveys show that many people have no idea of what their credit score is. U.S. News explains. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Lutheran Church of the Reformation in Washington has rented out some of its space to a Jewish community. It’s a financial win-win for landlord and tenant, but the benefits only begin there. The Lake Institute reports. (Photo: Creative Commons)
In today’s religious climate, many churches struggle to make ends meet as weekly offerings decline. To cope, some are finding creative ways to add new income sources. Luther Seminary’s Grace Pomroy suggests several strategies. From the Lewis Center for Church Leadership.
You’ve scrimped and saved, but are you really ready to retire? How are you supposed to figure that out? Here are some helpful calculations that could help you decide whether you can actually take the plunge. From Kiplinger personal finance Newsletter. (Photo: Vlada Karpovic, via Pexels)
Some folks joke that they are “shopaholics,” but compulsive shopping is no laughing matter. Oniomania — the technical name for shopping addiciton, is a real and serious mental health concern. The Cleveland Clinic explains. (Photo: Daniel Kulinski, Creative Commons)
