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What we’re covering on October 27

Published about 12 hours ago • 1 min read

Hello Reader ,

One of the most common questions church leaders face is:

Who actually has the authority to make this decision?

On October 27, we’re taking that question head-on.

During Pastor, Board, or Congregation? Who’s in Charge?, we’ll take a practical look at church governance and the legal framework surrounding authority and decision-making.

We’ll discuss questions such as:

Where does authority within a church actually come from?

Leadership authority is not always determined simply by someone's title.

How do the roles of pastors, boards, and congregations differ?

Different churches use different governance structures, and those structures affect how decisions are made.

Why do a church’s bylaws and governing documents matter?

Your church’s documents can play a critical role in determining how authority is exercised.

What happens when leadership roles aren’t clearly understood?

Confusion about authority can turn ordinary decisions into unnecessary conflict.

What should church leaders examine within their own governance structure?

You’ll leave with practical questions your leadership team can use to evaluate how governance works within your ministry.

This briefing is designed for pastors, executive pastors, board members, trustees, administrators, and other leaders involved in church decision-making.

Tuesday, October 27

12:00 PM ET

Live Online + Recording

$50

Want More Than One Briefing?

The October 27 Legal Briefing can be purchased individually for $50.

But if your church wants ongoing access to the Legal Briefing Series, Faithful Foundations may make more sense.

Faithful Foundations members receive access to Legal Briefings and replays as part of their membership.

Instead of treating legal education as something you seek only when a problem develops, Faithful Foundations helps your leadership team stay informed throughout the year.

Whether you join us for this individual briefing or become part of Faithful Foundations, my goal is the same:

To help your church lead with greater legal clarity and confidence.

Blessings!

This email is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, accounting, or tax advice, nor does it create an attorney-client relationship. The information provided here was based on certain federal and/or state statutes and does not encompass all applicable requirements or other regulations that may exist, such as local ordinances or case law.

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