Hello Reader , The 19th Annual Church Law & Leadership Summit is this month. For the first time ever, the summit is expanding to two days so church leaders have more time for training, networking, breakout conversations, live Q&A, and practical next steps. Join us virtually: September 17–1811:00 AM–2:00 PM ET each day Earlier this week, we celebrated my birthday with a special gift for YOU. 🎉 And I wanted to make sure you didn’t miss it. When you register for the Summit by Sunday, September...
1 day ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader , Last week, The Church Attorney hosted a successful and fruitful webinar regarding Future Risks For Churches. We had a great turnout and even better discussion! During our Q&A portion, one attendee asked, “Should Churches Accept Zelle donations?” This was a fantastic question, and a question that we will address in our upcoming Church Law & Leadership Summit. So, here is a breakdown on the main issues and reasons for concerns. . . Learning the Financial Risks A major risk of...
10 days ago • 3 min read
Hello Reader , A few years ago, I heard a simple observation about leadership that has stayed with me: The best time to prepare for growth is before the growth arrives. It’s easy to think of growth as something we simply hope and pray for. More people. More ministry. More opportunities to serve. But growth also brings greater responsibility. The systems that worked when your church was smaller may not work as your ministry expands. Decisions become more complex. Leadership structures are...
17 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, In just a few days, church leaders from across the country will gather online for an important conversation. Not about fear. Not about predicting the future. But about preparing faithfully for it. During this free webinar, we'll explore four trends that are already reshaping ministry and discuss practical ways churches can respond with wisdom and confidence. We'll cover: • Legal readiness • Financial sustainability • Strategic property decisions • Child protection • Healthy...
19 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader , It may seem primitive with today's technology, but it works perfectly. With our son on our neighborhood swim team and our busy work schedules, he's able to walk to swim practice each day. To give both of us a little extra peace of mind, we use walkie-talkies so he can let us know when he's arrived safely and when he's heading home. Could we use smartphones? Absolutely. But for our family, walkie-talkies are simple, reliable, and accomplish exactly what we need them to do. That...
24 days ago • 2 min read
Hello Reader, If someone from 2015 suddenly walked into your church today... What would surprise them? Online worship. Giving by phone. Livestreams. AI. Digital discipleship. Security teams. Now imagine someone visiting your church from 2035. What will surprise them? No one knows exactly what the future holds, but one thing is certain: The churches that thrive won't simply adapt when change happens. They'll prepare before it does. Join us for a free webinar where we'll explore four trends...
26 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader , This is your final reminder. Extended early bird pricing for the 19th Annual Church Law & Leadership Summit ends tonight: Monday, August 3 at 11:59 PM ET After tonight, early bird pricing will no longer be available. This year’s summit theme is: The Time Is Now: Building Resilient Churches for a Shifting World The summit is happening virtually: Thursday, September 17Friday, September 1811:00 AM–2:00 PM ET each day For the first time ever, the summit is expanding to two days so...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader , Good news. We are extending early bird pricing for the 19th Annual Church Law & Leadership Summit through: Monday, August 3 at 11:59 PM ET We know this is a busy season for church leaders. Between summer schedules, vacations, ministry planning, back-to-school preparation, and everything else on your plate, we wanted to give churches a little more time to make plans. This year’s summit theme is: The Time Is Now: Building Resilient Churches for a Shifting World And for the first...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader , Today is the last day for early bird pricing for the 19th Annual Church Law & Leadership Summit. This year’s theme is: The Time Is Now: Building Resilient Churches for a Shifting World And that theme matters. Church leaders are navigating complex questions around governance, HR, finances, property, technology, leadership health, risk management, youth ministry, and legal readiness. Many of these issues are not abstract. They affect how churches lead, serve, protect their...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read