Pastor steals ‘love offerings,’ gets three years in prison
Case reveals how ‘love offerings’ raise many complex questions and issues for churches, church leaders.
Embezzlement
Michigan Court Rules United Methodist Church Not A ‘Jural Entity’
A Michigan court ruled the United Methodist Church is not a 'jural entity' and cannot be sued for damages stemming from an embezzlement case.
Court Affirms South Dakota Priest’s Embezzlement Conviction
Stolen loot used to buy Mont Blanc pens, a grand piano, and jewelry, among other lavish items.
Court Affirms Pastor’s Conviction, Sentence for Embezzlement
Pastor wrongfully took more than $100,000 from widow over several years.
Fraud in Church: It Can Happen to You! with guest Vonna Laue, CPA
How church leaders can face this unsettling reality.
On-Demand Webinar
Fraud in the Church: What We Learned from 700 Church Leaders
Discover the results of our 2021 church fraud survey and the best practices for reducing vulnerabilities.
Priest Sentenced to Nearly Eight Years for Embezzlement
The federal court also ordered nearly $260,000 in restitution payments and $46,000 in back taxes.
How Well Does Your Church Prevent Financial Misconduct?
What we learned from a recent survey—with expert guidance on how to protect the church.
Reporting Financial Crime as a Matter of Stewardship
Reporting financial crime in your church is a matter of stewardship, yet many church leaders report not doing so, or even knowing how.
Loved and Trusted: What Shocks Us Most About Fraud Perpetrators
A closer look at the men and women who steal from churches—and the red flags leaders should watch for.
Ten Steps to Consider When Embezzlement Is Suspected
How to respond when the unthinkable becomes a reality.
Pastor Guilty of Securities Fraud
Court sentenced pastor to nearly 25 years in prison for swindling his congregation, and others.
The High Cost of Fraud
ACFE study offers insights on why it happens, how it’s detected, and characteristics of both victims and perpetrators.
How a Church Responded When a Trusted Minister Embezzled Funds
Experts weigh in during a panel discussion on what happened.
On-Demand Webinar
Keeping Internal Controls In Check During a Pandemic
Guidance on how to adjust and maintain strong internal controls.
Pastor Guilty of Embezzling Funds from a Local PTA
Case demonstrates that ministers can face criminal liability for embezzlement.
Embezzlement Prevention
Implement an effective system of internal control.
Church Leader Caught in Embezzlement Scheme Goes to Prison
Lax internal controls can leave any congregation wide open to theft and scandal.
Fraudulent Email Scheme Costs One Parish $1.75 Million
Two lessons for church leaders to draw from this unfortunate story.
Pastor Who Embezzled Ordered to Pay Restitution
Court ordered a pastor who embezzled a substantial amount of church funds to make restitution.