Half of pastors see negative economic impact for church
After a few years of economic optimism, pastors say the 2020 economy is hurting their congregation.
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WMU approves reduced budget, 12 accept voluntary retirement offer
Current personnel at national WMU stands at approximately 40 staff members.
History of overspending impacts the Georgia Baptist Mission Board’s current financial standing
“In [2019] we made cuts, but our cash position didn’t improve.”
Executive Committee members learn of financial redirect, approve budget
“In these actions … we’re asking for your support …”
Toccoa Conference Center up for sale after decades of financial losses
“We’re projecting it’s going to lose about $1.1 million this year.”
‘Everyone serves the churches’ in new structure approved by SBTC executive board
“Thorns and thistles means more to me than it does y’all.”
National WMU announces voluntary retirement plan amid COVID financial crisis
Photo courtesy of Google Maps By Julie Walters BIRMINGHAM — In response to a decline in sales due to COVID-19, national WMU announced Aug. 5 it is offering a voluntary retirement plan to staff. “We have worked incredibly hard over the past several years to ‘right size’ our organization based on revenue projections,” said Sandy […]
California Baptists sign purchase agreement over camp with Berkley church
Over the past seven years the camp has seen deficit spending reaching $2 million.
4 ways to save money while maximizing Gospel impact
This interesting and unprecedented time has given us a great opportunity for ministry.
Oklahoma cancels camps at Falls Creek; California Baptists to sell Jenness Park
“We have exhausted every avenue …”
Ridgecrest now for sale following special-called meeting of LifeWay trustees
“This was a painful decision.”
Disaster Loan Assistance loans from Small Business Administration available to churches
“Churches and pastors have options available to them depending on their own situations and convictions.”