Important Documents Every Church Should Have

Important Document Every Church Should Have

This article from Richard Hammar at Church Law and Tax outlines essential documents every church should maintain, including:

  1. articles of incorporation, 
  2. corporate annual reports, 
  3. constitution or bylaws, 
  4. financial records, 
  5. membership lists, 
  6. minutes of meetings, 
  7. insurance policies, 
  8. tax records, 
  9. employment records,  
  10. deeds.

 

These documents ensure legal compliance, safeguard financial integrity, and support effective administration. Regular review and proper maintenance of these records are crucial for the church’s operational stability and accountability.

To read more about each of these documents, including why they are so vital for your church, follow the link (registration required at the link).

By Richard Hammar
This article was originally published on the website ChurchTaxAndLaw.com.

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