In prior weeks I told a rather unbelievable story that happened to me many years ago. Embezzlement happens in some church in America every week. Be aware of the opportunities for theft and prevent them. Here’s my suggestion for all churches: that … [Continue reading]
The Sting (part 2 of 3)
Posted on December 5, 2017 Written by
The story below happened to me. I wrote it up as a case study for a class I taught. Every word (except the name of other people) is true – including the twist at the very end. I promise it isn’t made up. As you read it, think about what you would … [Continue reading]
The Sting (part 1 of 3)
Posted on November 28, 2017 Written by
The story below happened to me. I wrote it up as a case study for a class I taught. Every word (except the name of other people) is true – including the twist at the very end. I promise it isn’t made up. As you read it, think about what you would … [Continue reading]
Personal Investing
Posted on November 21, 2017 Written by
My family asked me about my personal investing. I’ve done well in the market – I’ve averages over 8% returns per year for the past 11 years (2007-2017) which includes several down or flat years. It's all in mutual funds in Vanguard I … [Continue reading]
Questions re Accepting Credit Cards (part 5 of 5)
Posted on November 14, 2017 Written by
Churches which do not have online giving often have several questions which hinder them from proceeding. Here are some of the concerns I’ve run into over the past few years: Commercialism Some fear that by accepting credit cards, the church … [Continue reading]
Questions re Accepting Credit Cards (part 4 of 5)
Posted on November 7, 2017 Written by
Churches which do not have online giving often have several questions which hinder them from proceeding. Here are some of the concerns I’ve run into over the past few years: Promotion To be successful, there must be a … [Continue reading]
Questions re Accepting Credit Cards (part 3 of 5)
Posted on October 31, 2017 Written by
Churches which do not have online giving often have several questions which hinder them from proceeding. Here are some of the concerns I’ve run into over the past few years: We’ll Get That Money Anyway Some people feel that money given by … [Continue reading]
Questions re Accepting Credit Cards (part 2 of 5)
Posted on October 24, 2017 Written by
Churches which do not have online giving often have several questions which hinder them from proceeding. Here are some of the concerns I’ve run into over the past few years: Portal Fees Digital donation providers themselves have a fee which … [Continue reading]