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First box of “Pastor’s Guide to Church Law” arrives!
Dear Clients and Friends, I am so excited the first box of my book, “Pastor’s Guide to Church Law” has arrived! https://www.amazon.com/author/johnpjoseph Let me assist you in ministry! Rev. John P. Joseph, Esq., CCA Emeritus
Grateful for Your Support of Pastor’s Guide to Church Law
Dear Clients and Friends, I am so grateful to those who have been purchasing my new book, Pastor’s Guide to Church Law and honored by the great reviews! https://www.amazon.com/author/johnpjoseph Thank you so very much! Rev. John P. Joseph, Esq., CCA Emeritus
Pastor’s Guide to Church Law
Dear Clients and Friends, I am thrilled to announce that my new book, Pastor’s Guide to Church Law, has officially been published and is now available. This book is based on my many years representing churches covering legal issues they faced. Writing this book has been a journey, and I am so excited to… Read More »
Armed Church Volunteer Exemption
Dear Clients and Friends, Our governor last week signed into law an exemption of regulations for armed volunteers at places of worship. The law states that certain regulations that govern professional security services do not apply to church members who provide security on a volunteer basis or without compensation. This law allows churches to… Read More »
Revised Florida Not For Profit Corporation Act
Dear Clients and Friends, The Florida Not For Profit Corporation Act (“Ch. 617”) has not been significantly examined or amended for over fifteen years. During that time, corporate processes, director responsibilities, membership rights, potential liability issues, and other factors have been amended in Florida’s for-profit corporation statute, the Florida Business Corporation Act (“Ch. 607”),… Read More »
2025 Contribution Statement Reminder
Dear Clients and Friends, Pastors, treasurers, and bookkeepers are busy this month preparing their contribution statements for 2025. You want to include checks, cash, money orders, and credit card payments. Also, do not forget those donations made online! I suggest including the name and address of the church and adding the following phrase: “No goods… Read More »
**2026 Housing Allowance Reminder**
Dear Clients and Friends, Now that we are approaching December, allow me to remind you to have your Board of Directors approve your ministers’ 2026 parsonage and housing allowances. This is done by designating a portion of each minister’s compensation as a housing allowance. Remember, it must be approved in writing and in advance… Read More »
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New Guidance on Federal Employees Sharing Their Faith
Dear Clients and Friends, The Trump Administration is making great inroads in allowing federal employees to share their faith in the workplace. Below text was copied from a detailed memorandum circulated yesterday by the United States Office of Personnel Management dated July 28, 2025. “Employees must be allowed to engage in private religious expression… Read More »
IRS Change on Churches Endorsing Political Candidates
Dear Clients and Friends, On July 7, 2025 an interesting development occurred in the UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF TEXAS. In a lawsuit between the National Religious Broadcasters and the IRS, the IRS stated that churches can endorse political candidates to their congregations without risking the loss of their tax-exempt status. This… Read More »
