The budget should never be used as a weapon — it is a plan that offers the freedom to leaders and organizations to make empowering financial decisions.
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Checks and Balances for Church
In some churches, one person counts the Sunday collection. The same person deposits the collection funds with the bank and is then responsible for issuing all of the church’s checks. And the same person is then responsible for reconciling the checkbook. There are no checks and balances when one person performs all of these tasks. This system places too much temptation in their hands.
Limit Church Bank Accounts
It’s not unusual in a typical church for each ministry or organization to want control of their finances. Each will insist they need their own checking account. They don’t.
If a church has too many checking accounts it makes it difficult, if not impossible, for the church’s leadership to maintain control of finances. This will impact, not only the ability of the parish to provide accurate financial information but will greatly increase the opportunity and the temptation for embezzlement.
Endorsement for Parish Finance Book
"...As a seminary rector, I recommend that seminarians and those in formation for parish ministry will be well served by a thorough understanding of the concepts, principles, and suggested procedures in this text."
Bishop Timothy Senior
Rector, Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary
Wynnewood, Pennsylvania
Teaching Philosophy
Creating Solutions at the Intersection of Faith and Management
The Academy’s courses are designed specifically for ministers, church business managers, and seminarians where mission is at the forefront of all topics. The courses are comprehensive in nature, structured to accommodate the busy professional and ensure that major concepts are covered in enjoyable and practical formats.
All Academy teachers are subject matter experts and practitioners in the field who are not only knowledgeable on business best practices but also have a background in theology. The Academy’s teachers utilize their engaging personalities to empower participants to achieve their greatest potential as managers. We believe that learning church management should be enjoyable and hands-on. No one likes a boring training, including our teachers!
Participants walk away from education sessions with practical, step-by-step guidance on how to take the information learned and put the lessons into action!