“Becoming a Millionaire on a Pastor’s Salary”

December 7, 2019by Josh S. Tatum in 501(c)(3), boards, Christian, compensation, conflicts of interest, employment, fiduciary responsibilities, finances, governance, tax exemption, taxes

“Becoming a Millionaire on a Pastor’s Salary” Trinity Foundation has a case study of high pastoral compensation and potential developments in the U.S. Senate here.

Ten Tips for More Efficient Meetings (LMG Podcast)

3 years ago by Josh S. Tatum 1 min read No comments

Start on time. Identify the meeting’s goals and each agenda…

10th Cir.: No interlocutory appeal on ministerial exception

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10th Cir.: No interlocutory appeal on ministerial exception. The 2–1…

Ind.: “Premises” Means Entire Parcel for State’s Church Liability Shield

4 months ago by Josh S. Tatum 3 min read No comments

Indiana statute protects worshipping communities from claims based on personal injuries sustained on their properties “used primarily for worship services.” The only duty owed to injured persons is to warn of hidden dangers of which it has actual knowledge and not to intentionally harm the person. So if someone gets hurt in a worship space, the religious organization very likely will have a quick exit from any lawsuit brought as a result. But what if the injury occurs elsewhere on property that also has a church building, like next to the parking lot? Is that still part of property used primarily for worship? The Indiana Supreme Court just unanimously answered “Yes.”

Tatum’s Ten Tips for More Efficient Meetings

3 years ago by Josh S. Tatum 2 min read No comments

We’ve all participated in meetings where the business drags on,…

“Churches’ Bill of Rights” from Ind. Att’y Gen. & Lt. Gov.

3 weeks ago by Josh S. Tatum 1 min read No comments

On May 14, 2025, Indiana’s Attorney General Todd Rokita and…