Why Church Meetings Go Off the Rails
An interview with parliamentary procedure expert attorney Sarah Merkle.
Meetings
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The Basics of Running a Legally Sound Church Business Meeting
Attorneys Richard Hammar and Sarah E. Merkle discuss best practices for implementing and following parliamentary procedures.
17 Changes Relevant to Churches in Newest Robert’s Rules of Order
Leaders should note these changes before their next official church business meeting.
Adding Emergency Provisions to Your Bylaws
How adopting these provisions allows for legally sound virtual meetings.
Zoom’s Security Flaws: How Churches Can Respond
Other options for connecting and what to do if you continue using this popular online meeting tool.
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Do Your Church’s Governing Documents Allow Virtual Business Meetings?
Answering this crucial question can help legally validate decisions made during the coronavirus outbreak—and beyond.
Online Worship and Meetings
Ideas, insights, and advice on how to proceed as you shift more ministry online.
15 Things Richard Hammar Wants Pastors to Know
Parliamentary Procedure
Learn the basics of running church meetings.
Why You Should Remove Certain Reports from Your Meeting Agenda
And how to find which ones don't need to be presented.
How to Keep Your Meetings Short
The secret to making meetings brief and efficient.
A Guide to 25-Minute Meetings for Church Leaders
Planning a productive (and short) meeting in which everyone gets a voice.
6 Tips for Managing Meetings Well
A pastor shares guidelines to help.
Keeping Secrets
Your church must be careful with the confidential information it controls.
Preparing for the Annual Business Meeting
A 15-point checklist for church treasurers.