Our founder's Start

When our founder launched out on his own to start a church, he often found it difficult to find the resources he needed to best manage the church. One experience he ran into was the unwillingness of other pastors to share their information. Many pastors simply do not have the information, while others are too concerned about their own ministries to lend you a hand. We all tend to have some form of self preservation, and It was this resistance that led him to respond to a need that ministers have all across America.

Get the Best Knowledge to Make the Best Decisions

Our founder often says that it takes one ton of education to overcome one ounce of misconception. Because of the many misconceptions that exist today concerning ministry, too many ministers fail to realize maximum stewardship over their ministries. We challenge you to read the next few paragraphs with an open heart and a willingness to have eyes to see and ears to hear with understanding.

Special Tax Treatment For Ministers

In addition to legally establishing your ministry, there are many advantageous sections of the law that give special privileges to ministers that do not exist for individuals working regular jobs. All legally licensed ministers are allowed to apply for special Tax Exemptions that allow them to earn nearly 100% of their income tax free. Since 1921, ministers have been able to take advantage of the Housing Allowance which allows the cost of their homes to be tax free income. Ministers are also allowed to apply for an exemption from having to pay Social Security Taxes, while still being able to enjoy the benefits at retirement.

Unfortunately, there is a lot of wrong information out there concerning this and ministers do not know who to turn to. Most CPA's do not know about the Housing allowance or the exemption from Social Security taxes. Be wary of those who only know pieces of information, because you might end up with bad advice. Some think that having the Social Security tax exemption means that they are opting out of the Social Security tax system and that is not true.

While the special rules that apply to ministers can be complex, we are here to help you understand them and best-take advantage of them. We now offer a customized service that will do all of the work you. We can implement a housing Allowance program in your church, as well as prepare the forms for you to apply for social Security tax exemption. It is our goal to both empower and educate you so that you can make decisions with confidence.

Other Resources For Ministers

We also offer other resources that are designed to help you with the day-to-day activities of ministry. From our Custom Made Ministerial Licenses and Certificates, to the Resource of Pastoral Letters, or the Minister Licensing and Ordination Program and step-by-step manual for performing weddings; we have everything you need!

We hope that you give us the privilege of serving you. Regardless of the capacity you choose, we stand by to assist you

Blessings!
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