Hello Reader , Last week, we asked a simple—but important—question: Should the pastor serve on the church board? The responses were nearly split:54% said yes45% said no So… what’s the right answer? As is often the case with church governance—it’s a bit more nuanced. In many situations, there’s no prohibition against a pastor serving on the board. In fact, some states specifically recommend it. At the same time, there are important safeguards to consider—especially when it comes to...

Hello Reader , Easter (also known as Resurrection Sunday) is one of the most meaningful and significant times in the annual church calendar. For many, it’s a time of celebration, increased attendance, and renewed connection with the community. Some churches will see their highest engagement all year on Easter. But behind every Easter service is something less visible—the operational and governance structure that supports it. Over the past week, we’ve been talking about board independence and...

Hello Reader , When it comes to church finances, most leaders would say they have oversight in place. There’s a board. There are trusted individuals involved. There’s a sense that someone is paying attention. But one of the most common issues we see is this: Churches often assume financial oversight is happening when, in reality, the structure makes true oversight difficult. This also raises the question: Should the Pastor be on the Board?? In many cases: • Board members may not be truly...