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Dual Tax Status for Ministers
This video explains how ministers are considered both employees and self-employed for tax purposes. It breaks down what that means for payroll and reporting.
Paid Leave Oregon
An overview of Oregon's Paid Leave program, how it affects churches, and what steps to take. Relevant for churches with staff in Oregon.
Housing Allowance Resource
Explains who qualifies for a housing allowance and how it should be structured. A must-read for pastors and payroll administrators.
Solving Staff Burnout with Sabbaticals
Explores how churches can care for long-term staff by offering sabbaticals. Helps prevent burnout and encourage longevity in ministry.
The Ultimate Giving Guide to Staff Raises
A guide for churches on how to approach staff raises thoughtfully and sustainably. Offers tips on timing, transparency, and stewardship.
All About I-9s
A quick and clear guide to completing Form I-9 correctly. It walks through compliance steps for onboarding staff or ministry workers.
Ministerial Tax Issues (GuideStone)
A comprehensive guide to taxes for pastors and ministers, including housing allowance details. This resource helps clergy understand their unique tax situations.
Comp Time vs. Overtime for Non-Exempt Staff (ECFA Video)
This video breaks down the differences between comp time and overtime. It helps churches understand how to stay compliant with labor laws when managing staff schedules.
Oregon Combined Payroll Tax Reporting for Employers
An official publication explaining Oregon's requirements for combined payroll reporting. Especially useful for bookkeepers and HR in Oregon-based churches.
Answering Overtime Questions
Answering all of your questions about overtime for employees in ministries and churches.
Overtime Rules and Implementation Schedule
Salary thresholds for overtime exempt workers are a multiplier of state minimum wage for a 40-hour work week.
Clergy Allowance and Part-Time Ministers
Church Law & Tax members often ask us whether their part-time pastor or minister qualifies for the clergy housing allowance. This video link provides an answer.
Secrecy or Transparency: Should You Publish Staff Salaries?
Experts weigh the wisdom (or folly) of publishing salaries during the budget approval process.
How to Adjust Salaries Based on Location
Practical resources, data, and knowledge to help ChurchSalary members adjust nationwide salaries based on several local variables.
Suspected Abuse/Neglect Reporting Form
Clergy members are mandatory reporters. If you suspect abuse or neglect, you can fill out this form to submit to your immediate supervisor, law enforcement, or other reporting agency.
How to Prepare W-2s for Church Employees
A church reports each employee’s taxable income and withheld income taxes as well as Social Security and Medicare taxes on the Form W-2. Although W-2s are not difficult to prepare, there are some tips you should know.