Which budget method(s) do you use when you create your church budget? How do you estimate revenues and expenses? The advantage of top-down budgeting is that the method is relatively simple and the method is less labor-intensive than other budget techniques.
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Internal Controls to Protect Your Church Against Fraud
Church internal controls are those processes and procedures, standard in the business world, that are used to ensure the proper handling of funds. In my blog post, Fraud Alert: 5 Tips to Protect Church Collections From Theft, I discussed some simple ways churches can protect against fraud. Church internal controls are a form of checks […]
All Pictures Are Not Worth 1,000 Words
A variety of visuals can help enhance a church financial report’s readability and accessibility. The choice of which visual to include for your particular situation will be subjective based on a variety of circumstances. There is not a one-size-fits-all solution, but there are some general parameters that you can use.
Endorsement for Parish Finance Book
"...As a seminary rector, I recommend that seminarians and those in formation for parish ministry will be well served by a thorough understanding of the concepts, principles, and suggested procedures in this text."
Bishop Timothy Senior
Rector, Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary
Wynnewood, Pennsylvania
Teaching Philosophy
Creating Solutions at the Intersection of Faith and Management
The Academy’s courses are designed specifically for ministers, church business managers, and seminarians where mission is at the forefront of all topics. The courses are comprehensive in nature, structured to accommodate the busy professional and ensure that major concepts are covered in enjoyable and practical formats.
All Academy teachers are subject matter experts and practitioners in the field who are not only knowledgeable on business best practices but also have a background in theology. The Academy’s teachers utilize their engaging personalities to empower participants to achieve their greatest potential as managers. We believe that learning church management should be enjoyable and hands-on. No one likes a boring training, including our teachers!
Participants walk away from education sessions with practical, step-by-step guidance on how to take the information learned and put the lessons into action!
