Religious Institutions and Non-Profit Insurance
Giving Back Is Great, Unless Someone Takes
Giving is great but be sure nobody is taking! After Church, I was reading the bulletin and there was a small article that the Church will not be sending out annual statements of giving. The article stated if you need to know how much you gave, you will need to log into a secure portal…
Read MoreGive a Ring for Church Belltower Maintenance
Church steeples provide a unique landmark in towns and cities across the world. As unique as a steeple may seem, so is the maintenance that they need. Over the last six months the agency has suffered two large losses to church steeples, No, not lightning strikes (see our previous blog about lighting rods) or wind,…
Read MoreOutdoor Church Socials are “The Call” For the Season
Church socials, or a close cousin thereof, are making a comeback. What a great way to promote fellowship and fun, especially during summer. Some churches keep it simple with an outdoor picnic following worship. More adventurous planners may opt for a full afternoon of fun outside. Are you thinking sunshine, the beach, and perhaps splashing…
Read MoreGo Forth and Unmask
Read how the removal of Ohio’s mask requirement could be a “restart” for church renewal. Learn three areas for church renewal that may potentially follow Ohio’s June 2, 2021, “restart”. It’s official. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine lifted most COVID-19 health orders, effective June 2, 2021. For churches in Ohio, the good news is the mask-wearing…
Read MoreSpread the Word
The rich heritage of Cleveland extends to its many churches and places of worship. From weekly Sunday gatherings to community outreach, area churches and houses of worship serve the spiritual, social, and economic needs of Cleveland’s diverse population and beyond. While many hands make light work, the practical reality is churches do not run well…
Read MoreEyes on Church Stained Glass Windows
Whether your church stained glass windows are 300 years old or 30 years old, they need care. Inspection with your own eyeballs is a common sense starting point. Include it on your annual chores checklist to ensure your church’s stained glass windows continue to radiate the light of day. Note that while your goal is…
Read More2021 Summer Camps Screening for a Safe Camp Season
Don’t let the excitement of reopening your camp override your concerns for following safety protocols. Last year, Covid-19 shut down most church camps, but based on the availability of vaccines and testing, many are considering reopening this summer. It will not be business as usual. New considerations must be addressed. Will all staff need to…
Read MoreGetting More Familiar With Your Church’s Stained Glass Windows
Today’s topic approaches your church’s stained glass windows from another perspective, that of valuation. What are they worth, particularly if you ever need to replace them? A blog cannot address every possible element in evaluating the replacement cost of stained glass. The following baseline points are meant to help you become more familiar with a…
Read MoreBring Back Church Socials
Learn why bringing back church socials may be positive for your church. Read five suggestions to bring back church socials. What exactly is a church social? You won’t find the term “church social” in the Bible or in Merriam-Webster’s dictionary. So, what is a church social? For the purposes of this blog, I’ll exercise creative…
Read MoreA Prayer for Lent in 2021
Read briefly about the Christian religious season of Lent followed by a new prayer. Discover a new prayer for Lent. Lent is a season of repentance in the Christian Church commemorating Christ’s fasting in the wilderness. Many Christians traditionally give up something during Lent, as a sacrifice intended to focus less on self and more…
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