Part 1 of this two-part post covered the basics of AB 5 and how to understand and apply the ABC Test when determining whether a worker is considered an independent contractor or an employee. Equipped with this essential knowledge that childcare workers are considered employees, not independent …

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Every year, the list of new bills passed increases the complexity of remaining compliant while operating a small business, but even more so for small to medium-sized churches. Most churches do not have a team of human resources or legal professionals to decipher and apply the seemingly endless …

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Ah, summertime. The season begs people to go out, have fun, relax, enjoy, take a break, go on vacation, and leave their troubles behind, even if it's just for a little while. With longer days, warmer weather, and kids getting out of school, it's the perfect time to escape somewhere cooler, usually …

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In late 2023, Barna Research, a trusted source for Christian insights, shared posts from their 'The State of Generosity' series. These posts, while primarily focused on non-profit generosity and stewardship, offer valuable, generational insights that are relevant to the Christian church. Even if you …

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Those working in ministry must learn how to work through adversity to survive. It's part of the calling. Proverbs 24:10 says, "If thou faint in the day of adversity, Thy strength is small." Adversity is a strange and wonderful way to refine and reveal character, resolve, and priorities. Admittedly, …

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We live in a time when data is everywhere. Organizations use surveys and statistics to tell all kinds of stories. Depending on who pulled and culled the data, it can look like charitable giving is up while donations to churches are down - but compared to what? Some reports compare today's giving to …

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