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Church Insurance Coverage Disputes: Preparation, Preparation, and . . . Preparation
A claim has been made against the church for some violation of law. As an example, for the purposes of this article, let’s say the church just received a demand and preservation letter alleging the church defamed and slandered someone through social media, sermons at the church, […]
What’s a Pastor to Do When Called to Testify in Court?
Have you ever had a church member ask you to testify in court on their behalf? At some time in your ministry, you will likely receive questions from a congregant requesting your attendance and testimony in their personal legal affairs. These requests can relate to a variety of legal matters. […]
Christian Alternative Dispute Resolution: Conciliation, Mediation, and Arbitration
A seriously contentious dispute arises between a director on a church’s board of directors and that church’s senior pastor-president about using certain funds for a church project. Despite efforts to conduct cordial, prayerful meetings, there is no resolution. Worse, the director and pastor are now alleging misappropriated funds, breach of […]
Maintaining Confidentiality As a Pastor
Just about every state has laws in place to protect the confidentiality of what is communicated to clergy when it is communicated for the purposes of spiritual advice and counsel. Maintaining confidentiality is crucial to a pastor’s role in supporting and serving church members. “Clergy” is often defined in the […]