Bob Santy

Executive Pastor of Operations at Sunridge Community Church in Temecula, CA, an independent, non-denominational church that is passionate about it's mission of helping people find and follow Jesus.

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Is Your California Church Ready for the Minimum Wage Increase on January 1, 2024?

November 10, 2023

Living in California is filled with perks. The Golden State boasts over 840 miles of coastline with more than 420 public beaches. If you don't like the beach - it's not a problem; about a fourth of California, 25 million acres, is made up of dessert. If that sounds too dry and hot, the mountain …

Church Operations: Understanding and Adapting to Change

November 6, 2023

One of the many perks I've enjoyed since starting my career in full-time vocational ministry in 2006 is serving alongside some of the most intelligent, innovative, and professional people in their fields. These are professionals who voluntarily give up their time and their talent to help accomplish …

Church Operations: The Framework for the Vine

November 3, 2023

Recently, I was traveling through the vineyards of Temecula to officiate a wedding. If you've never traveled through this beautiful part of Southern California, I highly recommend a visit; it's so beautiful. According to the Temecula Valley Wine Growers Association, Temecula has 47 wineries on …

Church Operations: ERC Scam Update

October 30, 2023

In the 1920s, an Italian con artist named Charles Ponzi devised a scam that promised investors a 50 percent profit through his scheme to buy US postage stamps at a discount in one area and sell them at full price in another. Eventually, investors realized they were not getting the promised 50 …

Church Budget: Salary Increases

October 30, 2023

By now, most church leaders know that compensation is typically one of the most significant portions of the budget pie. The typical, healthy church spends somewhere between 45%-55% on compensation costs. For clarity purposes, compensation includes: Sadly, churches and non-profits are often …

Church Budget: A Great Tool, But Horrible Builder

October 21, 2023

I've never been a skilled carpenter, but I really want to be. I take on a lot of DIY projects around my house, but I often hit points in the project where the job is beyond my skill set. I've even started to purchase better tools like a nail gun, jigsaw, and drill press. There is no doubt in my mind …