Welcome to the Pastoral Finance Blog.
Here, you'll find practical financial insights tailored for pastors and ministry leaders. These articles are a free resource designed to help you navigate everything from tax planning to retirement, side hustles, and church financial management.
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Why Pastors Cannot Afford Not to Have Ongoing Financial Planning
Most pastors rely on a one-time financial plan without realizing it becomes outdated almost immediately. This post explains why ongoing financial planning matters and how it helps pastors gain clarity and confidence as their lives and ministries shift.
The Truth About Love Offerings: What Pastors and Churches Need to Know About Taxes
A “love offering” is meant to bless your pastor but if the church organizes it, the IRS might see it as taxable income. Many pastors and treasurers are unaware of how love offerings should be handled, reported, and designated. This post breaks down what the law actually says, how to distinguish a true gift from taxable compensation, and how to protect both your pastor and your church from unintentional mistakes. Generosity should bless, not burden and with the right process, it still can.
The Year-End Financial Checklist Every Pastor Needs
Most pastors end the year exhausted but not necessarily ready. This simple checklist will help you review housing allowance, payroll, benefits, giving, and taxes so you can finish the year with clarity and start the next one with confidence.
Pastor are You Financially Healthy? A Simple Checkup for Pastors
Every pastor needs a financial checkup just like a physical one. These seven questions help you assess your financial health and build lasting stability in ministry and life.