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Church Business Management is an area of study which is offered
through Christian colleges and various church organizations. Degree
programs and certification programs are both available.
I have referenced a few of the programs offered, some examples of
courses required for a degree or certification, as well as numerous
articles and books which related to church business management.
This information should provide you with a good overview concerning
how Christian principles and business management can be combined.
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An excellent introduction to church business administration can be
found in the following paper:
"The Church's First Church Business Administrator," by David L. Perkins. FCBA
http://www.nacba.net/PDF_FILES/First_CBA.pdf
This 12-page paper highlights the roles and responsibilities of the
church administrator and the various personal, financial and legal
matters which must be addressed in treating the church as a business
entity.
EXAMPLES OF CHURCH BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION PROGRAMS
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Church Business Administration Degree
(Southwestern Assemblies of God University)
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http://www.sagu.edu
"The purpose of the Church Business Administration degree is to
prepare students spiritually, academically, and professionally for
Pentecostal Church Business leadership roles in the 21st century. Upon
completion of this program students should be able to:
1. Provide leadership in the development and administration of the business
programs of a local church.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in accounting procedures, including the preparation
of a church budget and various financial reports of the church.
3. Fulfill the major role of church business administrator, including
knowledge of human resource philosophies and policies related to planning
and staffing, training and development, labor relations, understanding and
managing people, financial compensation, and assessment.
4. Demonstrate understanding of the law as it applies to the church and staff
http://www.sagu.edu/admissions/degreeplans/bachelors/church%20business%20administration.pdf
Graduate Certificate Program in Church Business Administration
(St. Thomas University)
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http://www.stu.edu
Courses:
Church Budget and Finance
Church Facilities Management
Legal Issues in Church Administration
Human Resource Management
http://www.stu.edu/Admission/catalogs/gr2002_Certificate.pdf
Certification from The National Association of Church Business Administration
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http://www.nacba.net/
About the Certification Program
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"The National Association of Church Business Administration, through
its Committee of Professional Training and Standards, has established
a program of certification for Church Business Administrators.
Achievement of this standard will be attested to by certification as a
Fellow in Church Business Administration (FCBA)."
"Training received in the NACBA certification program enables one with
a business or other background to acquire knowledge and an attitude
unique to church administration. Churches employing an FCBA are
guaranteed a business administrator with expertise, or at least
exposure, to a minimum standard of church administration principles."
http://www.nacba.net/certify.htm
Certification Program in Church Business Administration
(The Union Theological Seminary and Presbyterian School of Christian Education)
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http://www.union-psce.edu/index.shtml
This is a Certificate Program which is offered in a two-part seminar
http://www.union-psce.edu/profdev/cba/index.shtml
"Requirements for becoming a Fellow in Church Business Administration include:
* attendance at seminars I and II at a NACBA approved center;
* completion of a written project that represents a responsible contribution
to the field of church management;
* three years of continuous, full-time work experience as a church business
administrator or related finance and administration church position;
* active NACBA membership for two years at the time of NACBA certification;
* submission of the application for certification, personal evaluations, and
other administrative requirements.
Seminar I - July 20-30, 2004
http://www.union-psce.edu/profdev/cba/seminar1.shtml
Personnel/Human Resource Management
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Employment law
ADA
definition of roles & duties
supervision
search, interview, hire, evaluate
background checks
termination
compensation & benefits
personnel policies & procedures
sexual harassment
contractual agreements for employment
Worker?s Compensation
OSHA
unemployment compensation
Staff Development
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Team building/development
improving staff performance
paid and unpaid staff
interpersonal relations
communication, conflict resolution
supervisory development
accountability
Congregational Leadership
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Organizational structure: committee, ministry team, task force, boards, councils
discernment & development of gifts & talents
principle of effective meetings
volunteer/servant leader recruitment, screening and management
Theology of Stewardship
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Stewardship promotions & follow-up
Biblical basis
stewardship education
planned giving
Office Management
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Supplies & purchasing
efficiency
office technology
hospitality
safety & security of personnel
professionalism
archiving
Information Management
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Overview of computer systems
literacy & resources
acquisitions
public relations
Property Management
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Property risk management
custodial management
maintenance
space utilization
energy conservation & recycling
security & safety
insurance
new construction & renovation
operational cost analysis
grounds & parking
vehicles
bidding & contracts
outsourcing
Seminar II - July 18-29, 2005
http://www.union-psce.edu/profdev/cba/seminar2.shtml
Christian Perspectives and Theology of the Church
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Major theological traditions
theological methods
theology of the church
ecumenical perspective
mission of Christ?s church
mission and ministry
Financial Management
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Reporting process
accounting process
contribution accounting
fund accounting
cash management
annual review/audit
internal audit
long range budgeting
investment strategies, policies & procedures
capital improvement funding
financial software
internal controls
budgeting
Legal and Tax Matters
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Legal counsel & lawsuits liability
copyright laws
incorporation
taxes
unrelated business income
zoning
contributions
resources
recent changes/current issues
Theology of Church Administration
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Administration as ministry/mission
the church as business
church polity & denominational structures
ethics
Strategic Planning Management
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Strategies for church growth
management theory & practice
strategic/long range/operation planning
vision and mission statements
goals and objectives
measurable outcomes
implementation
understanding culture and change
Stewardship of Self
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Time analysis
time wasters
stress management
daily/weekly/yearly planning
time habits and motivation
ministry of interruption
prioritizing
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The diversity of issues involved in Church business management is
evidenced by the variety of articles included in Church Executive
Magazine
http://www.churchexecutive.com/Default.asp
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"Business Management, by John R. Throop - Master the art of church politics."
http://www.churchexecutive.com/2002/05/Business_Management.asp
"Business Management, by John R. Throop - Be a better boss."
http://www.churchexecutive.com/2002/07/Business_Management.asp
"The CE Interview, by Shannon Pearson Smith - Janice Johnson, First
Baptist Church, Greenville, SC."
http://www.churchexecutive.com/2002/07/The_CE_Interview.asp
"Business Management, by John R. Throop - Three keys to
biblically-based team leadership."
http://www.churchexecutive.com/2002/10/Business_Management.asp
"Business Management, by John R. Throop - Volunteers and the church."
http://www.churchexecutive.com/2003/05/Business_Management.asp
"Business Management, by John R. Throop - Communication doomed without
audience research."
http://www.churchexecutive.com/2003/07/Business_Management.asp
"Business Management, by Maurice L. Painter - Restructuring produces
greater ministry results."
http://www.churchexecutive.com/2003/09/Business_Management.asp
"Business Management, by John R. Throop - Want a stronger church?
Build a healthy board."
http://www.churchexecutive.com/2003/10/Business_Management.asp
Business Management, by Maurice L. Painter - "The spiral connections of growth."
http://www.churchexecutive.com/2003/11/Business_Management.asp
"The CE Interview: Bob Palmarez, by Rez Gopez-Sindac - Director of
Operations, Cross Timbers Community Church, Argyle, TX."
http://www.churchexecutive.com/2004/01/The_CE_Interview_Bob_Palmarez.asp
Business Management, by John R. Throop - Define outreach direction and structure."
http://www.churchexecutive.com/2004/01/Business_Management.asp
"Business Management," by Maurice L. Painter.
http://www.churchexecutive.com/2004/05/Business_Management.asp
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BOOKS
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If you have the time to order a book, the following titles contain
comprehensive information pertaining to church business
administration. Amazon.com provides the "Look Inside the Book"
feature, which allows you to get a glimpse of information included in
each chapter.
"Business Management in the Local Church," by David R. Pollock. Moody Publishers.
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0802409342/ref=pd_sim_books_4/102-4554980-9459365?v=glance&s=books
"Even though the local church isn't in "business" per se, it is still
a business-- the Lord's business. This valuable church reference is
divided into four sections: law, finance, facilities, and personnel."
Table of Contents:
1. Sharpening the Vision of the Local Church
Section 1: Church and Law
2. What the Government Requires of Your Church
3. The Medical Liability for Your Church
4. The Potential for Child Abuse and Child Abuse Lawsuits
Section 2: Church Finances
5. Introduction to Church Finances
6. The Fundamentals of Budgeting
7. Budgeting and Forecasting--Beyond the Basics
8. Obstacles to Good Stewardship
9. Is the Way We Give Hurting Our Church?
10. Hey, Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
11. How to Turn Around a Financially Troubled Church
Section 3: Church Facilities
12. Managing the Church Office
13. Managing the Facilities
14. Managing the Risks
Section 4: Church Personnel
15. Workers Worthy of Hire
16. Worthy Is the Pastor
17. Matters of Conscience
18. Toward a Higher Standard
(The above description is from Moody Press:
http://www.moodypublishers.org/catalog.php?action=view_product&id=233
"Church Administration and Finance Manual: Resources for Leading the
Local Church," by Otto Crumroy, Stan Kukawka, Stanley J. Kukawa, Frank
M. Witman.
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0819217476/ref=ase_nacbanet/102-4554980-9459365?v=glance&s=books#product-details
"Church Administration Handbook," by Bruce P. Powers
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0805410619/ref=pd_sim_books_3/102-4554980-9459365?v=glance&s=books
Basic Accounting for Churches: A Turn Key Manual," by Jack A. Henry
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0805461450/ref=pd_sim_books_1/102-4554980-9459365?v=glance&s=books
Basic Budgeting for Churches," by Jack A. Henry
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0805461752/ref=pd_sim_books_1/102-4554980-9459365?v=glance&s=books
The Dynamics of Church Finance (Ministry Dynamics for a New Century.)"
by James D. Berkley, Warren W. Wiersbe
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0801091055/ref=pd_sim_books_2/102-4554980-9459365?v=glance&s=books#product-details
Church Business Software and Management Guidelines
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Picking software that is compatible with church business practices,
congregational specifications and culture is important. The following
article addresses these needs, includes a 30-point questionnaire and
links to software sources.
"Church Management Software - How to choose the package that's right
for you," by Nancy Armstrong and Brent Bill. Church Business (3/2002)
http://www.churchbusiness.com/articles/231feat3.html
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The Church Business online source also provides a planning guide
concerning management needs to new members:
"Your Church Planning Guide to Construction, Finance, Design,
Audio-Video, Technology and Ministry Development."
http://www.churchbusiness.com/survey/welcome.html
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I hope this information is helpful in relating the manner in which
biblical study and Christian principles can be applied to business
management within the church. If I can clarify anything further for
you, please do not hesitate to ask. I will be happy to help in
whatever way that I can.
Sincerely,
umiat
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