Church Chart Of Accounts Made Simple (A Pastor’s Ultimate Guide)
At first, the chart of accounts approach to church finances confused me. Bible college only briefly touched on church financial…
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Fund Accounting For Churches: Key Principles And Best Practices
As a pastor, you're expected to handle your member's donations wisely. Fund accounting is a great way to do just…
Pastoral Insights: What Not To Say In A Crisis
After 40 years of pastoral ministry (and thousands of hours of crisis counselling), I've learned some hard-earned wisdom about how…
How Long Should A Church Keep Financial Records?
As a pastor who loves to shepherd, teach, and connect with my congregation, it’s kind of hard to get excited…
10 Christian Counseling Courses To Take In 2025
Here are the best Christian counseling courses designed to deepen your expertise in faith-based counseling. Learn about course costs, enrollment…
Best Tools
Church management software and tools to support your ministry.
2025’s Top Church Management Software Tools (Compared and Ranked)
As a pastor, I know first-hand how crucial it is to select the right church management software for your church.…
2025’s Must-Have Church Projection Software Tools
Sunday mornings are the heartbeat of your church, but let’s be honest: planning and organizing worship services and sermons can…
21 Best Church Giving Apps To Increase Giving Participation In 2025
Choosing the right church giving app can be a game-changer for your ministry. It’s not just about collecting donations; it’s…
2025’s Best (Pastor-Vetted) Church Presentation Software
Struggling to keep your church services smooth and engaging? Discover how the right church presentation software can save you time,…
14 Best Church Payroll Software Reviewed For 2025
With so many different payroll solutions available, figuring out which one is right for you is tough. You know you…
19 Best Church Giving Software To Track Contributions In 2025
When I first started handling church finances, reliable church giving software was nowhere near as accessible as it is now.…
Church Data Management Systems: 2025’s Industry-Leading Tools
Balancing the priorities of church management and church ministry can leave you feeling stuck between a rock and a hard…
29 Best Church Communication Software Reviewed For 2025
Keeping a church connected and engaged isn’t easy, especially when you’re leading a small or mid-size church with limited resources.…
2025 Church Facility Management: Software Industry-Leaders
In the early stages of learning to handle church facility management, I had to learn some tough lessons firsthand. Managing…
2025’s Best Worship Presentation Software (Pastor Reviewed)
Serving on a worship team often means juggling a hundred moving pieces, and worship presentation software can either be a…
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