Church Business
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Free tax help for churches coming March 2
On March 2, First Baptist Church in Orlando will be hosting a National Forum on Tax Reform that will help churches and other ministries understand what the recent changes to […]
February 8, 2018
2017 Tax Update
Welcome to the 2017 Tax Update Video Presentation. This presentation is a live recording of a Zoom Meeting that took place for the East Region on Tuesday evening, March 14, […]
April 24, 2017
How Long Should We Keep Church Records-Summary
Create a records retention policy based on applicable legal and administrative considerations. Key factors to consider in developing a records retention policy: Establish a record retention strategy that clarifies how records […]
September 30, 2015
Church Records Retention: Keep These 1-3 Years
The following suggested retention periods (1-3 years) are based on legal requirements as well as practical considerations: 1-Year Meeting notices Receiving sheets Requisitions 3-Years Bank reconciliations Cash receipt records General correspondence […]
September 30, 2015
Church Records Retention: Keep These Permanently
The following suggested retention period (permanently) is based on legal requirements as well as practical considerations: Accident reports and claims Annual budgets Annual report Audit reports Bank statements Baptismal records Board minutes By-Laws/charters […]
September 30, 2015
Use of Church Facilities Assets and Resources
At the February 2015 State Board of Missions meeting, legal counsel for the Convention was asked to provide a form bylaw provision that could be used by Baptist churches around […]
February 9, 2015
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