11 steps to God-honoring financial stewardship, from entity setup and bylaws to budgets, payroll, and building a culture of generosity. Written by church planters, for church planters.
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The Church Planter's Guide to Finance
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God-Honoring Financial Stewardship
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Whether you're planting your first church or strengthening an existing one, this guide walks you through the financial foundations every ministry needs.
01
501(c)(3) registration, EIN applications, and state-level filings to establish your church legally.
02
Create foundational governing documents that protect your ministry and leadership.
03
Open the right accounts, set up giving platforms, and establish healthy financial workflows.
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Build a budget that aligns your financial resources with your church's mission and vision.
05
Clergy housing allowances, SECA compliance, W-2s, and compensation structures done right.
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Build a culture of biblical generosity and transparent financial leadership in your church.
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This resource was built for anyone responsible for the financial health of a church or Christian nonprofit.
Starting from scratch? This guide covers everything from entity formation to your first payroll run.
Strengthen your team's financial literacy and establish best practices for oversight and reporting.
Understand the financial foundations so you can lead confidently and steward resources faithfully.
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