Links of Interest

Rostered Minister’s Compensation and Benefit Manual 2019 NEW

Rostered Minister’s Compensation and Benefit Manual 2018

The New Federal Overtime Law – What It Means for Congregations

Lower Susquehanna Synod Audit Report — January 31, 2018 and 2017

Gift and Bequest Policy (posted 9/13/2014)

Giving to Disaster Response

Resources for Congregational Treasurers

 2019 Mission Support Plan – Fillable Form

Treasurer’s Online Remittance Form 2019

Guidelines for Congregations: Internal Controls Best Practices

Congregational Record Management (2012)

Congregational Treasurers’ Financial and Bookkeepers’ Financial and Accounting Guide (2013)

Congregational Audit Guide

Annual Statement – Nonprofit Corporation

Office of the ELCA Treasurer

How to Obtain 501c3 Certification Letter

Federal Reporting Requirements for Churches

Certification of Financial Compliance Review of Congregation Records

Guidelines for Purchasing Insurance

Contingency Planning for Congregations (2013)

IRS Topic 417 – Earnings for Clergy

Compensation Guidelines and planning documents for rostered leaders

Stewardship and Mission Support

Mission Support

Mission Interpretation

LSS Mission Snapshot  – What we accomplished together through your mission support!

What Do Our Mission Support Dollars Do (pdf)

Designated Giving Opportunities for Synod Mission

Mission Partners Commitment Form

Stewardship and Mission Support

Synod Strategy for Stewardship Education and Mission Support

Stewardship of Life Institute

Stewardship Resources

Resource Center Stewardship Materials

ELCA Stewardship Resources

ELCA Foundation

ELCA Mission Investment Fund

Best Practices for Congregational Stewardship