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How Churches Can Protect Themselves Through Bylaws
One of the most important things a ministry can do is protect itself through established bylaws and policies. Here are three points to guide



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7 Fundamental Considerations in Finding a New Place to Worship
Picking up for my last article in this series on The ABC’s of Starting a Church, God has prospered the planting of your church and now you..



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- 6 min
Church Employment: What You Need to Know
Churches are unique from for-profit companies and not-for-profit organizations, so naturally there are different steps they should take when



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The ABC's of Starting a Church - Incorporation
What kind of planning goes into the start of the church? Of course, the starting of a church begins with discerning God’s call. However...



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So You Want to Sell Your Church?
I recently received a call from a Pastor who was inquiring with regard to our firm’s representation of the church in the sale of its...



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Hiring and Firing in Religious Organizations: The Ministerial Exception
Written by Gordon Behr On July 8th the Supreme Court broadened the ministerial exception in the Our Lady of Guadalupe School v....



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What Churches and Ministries Must Know about Illinois' New Mandated Reporter Law
Written by attorney Andrew S. Willis New requirements in the Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act (“Act”) are now in place...

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Door County Camp Applies for Conditional Use Permit
DOOR COUNTY, WI – Monday, March 9, 2020 – Camp Zion, a year-round Christian camp that provides enrichment for children, their families,...



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A Biblical Approach to Church Conflict
Divisions in the church are like fires. If not properly contained and handled, they can destroy the fellowship and witness.



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New Parking Ordinance Helping Churches
For churches and other religious assemblies, the Chicago Zoning Ordinance requires 1 parking space for every 8 seats in a church's sanctuary