Churches are humorous. Believing our own press, we act as if we are a minor sector of American society with declining influence. Our attention is diverted by stories of aging… read more

There’s nothing quite like a fresh environment to signal a fresh wind of the Spirit blowing through your church building walls. I love integrating creative and trendy design … read more

Prayer: Whether you believe in divine intervention or not, clergy and churches who pray for it usually exhibit greater generosity and good administration. Personal Accountability… read more

(RNS) — A federal judge recently decided that clergy may no longer exclude housing expenses from their taxable income. U.S. District Judge Barbara Crabb on Friday (Oct. 6)… read more

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A federal judge in Wisconsin has struck down as unconstitutional a law that gives clergy tax-free housing allowances, in a ruling that could have… read more

Ever have one of “those” weeks? You know, the type of week where you cannot seem to escape the bad news? One of those weeks where you are doing your best to tread… read more