A Checklist for New Board Members: Can You Check Yes?

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As a new member on the board the journey you are beginning can be very rewarding in helping your church reach its’ goals but understanding your responsibilities is a key to that success. “But as for you, Daniel, conceal these words and seal up the book until the end of time; many will go back […]

Wondering about how General Liability Business Insurance is Rated?

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Learn basic factors insurance companies use to price General Liability business insurance Read how General Liability business insurance is rated When you buy coffee at the neighborhood coffee shop, visit the dentist for a professional check-up, go grocery shopping, remodel your kitchen, or eat out at your favorite restaurant in Cleveland, you are supporting the […]

Injury to a Church Volunteer, Who Pays?

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Steve, a hypothetical church volunteer in this example, is a longtime, trusted, and active church member. Steve helps the church in all manner of tasks, from participating in counting the weekly collection on Sunday morning to knocking off icicles on the church gutters. Recently Steve was injured on church property when he fell about six […]

Do You Believe in Life After Death? Part Two

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Learn how members of struggling mainline Protestant churches may find closure. Read practical suggestions for members of declining mainline Protestant churches. Part One of this blog appeared last month. I introduced the subject of mainline Protestant churches in the United States struggling to survive. Part Two acknowledges that while many of these churches continue in […]

Your Church Steeple is More Than a Landmark

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Churches and non-profit organizations like yours have some very unique insurance needs. Important protection is required for your organization that others don’t have to worry about. Your mission often times is to help people who have been affected by disaster. How can you help others if you cannot recover from a disaster yourself? Take your […]