Ministry Update

July 16, 2024

Ensure your church’s financial health and compliance with our comprehensive guide to retirement planning for pastors. Learn about private benefit, private inurement, and safe harbor provisions to protect your church's tax-exempt status and secure your leaders' futures.

June 20, 2024

Learn how California courts determine when a volunteer is owed a wage and discover essential legal protections for nonprofits. Understand the importance of written agreements and waivers to avoid potential wage claims from volunteers.

May 31, 2024

Ensuring your church is protected with the right insurance policies is crucial. From discrimination lawsuits to property liability, this article explores essential coverages every church should consider to safeguard its ministry and assets.

January 26, 2024

Learn about key legal aspects such as defining membership, managing board responsibilities, amending governing documents, and handling property transfers. This comprehensive resource provides churches and nonprofit organizations with essential strategies to mitigate litigation risks and maintain their missional purpose.

December 8, 2023

Explore how the "Affordable Housing on Faith and Higher Education Lands Act of 2023" is revolutionizing affordable housing development in California. Learn about streamlined processes for faith-based organizations, challenges in zoning and land use, and the groundbreaking solutions provided by Senate Bill 4. Essential reading for religious institutions, nonprofit developers, and community stakeholders interested in affordable housing projects.

October 2, 2023

Explore the implications of the Supreme Court's 303 Creative decision on religious organizations. Understand the balance between public accommodations laws and First Amendment rights, and how this affects churches and religious nonprofits.