
Church Governance: Improving Church Bylaws & Board Policies (Interview with David Middlebrook, The Church Lawyers) - Episode 272
The Unstuck Church Podcast with Amy Anderson
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Best Practices for Church Governance
The chapter delves into the importance of effective church governance, emphasizing the need for strong legal foundations and clear governing documents like articles, bylaws, and minutes. It discusses common mistakes related to church governance, such as confusion around roles and the significance of understanding job descriptions and staying in defined roles. Additionally, it addresses challenges churches face when pastors or staff members take direction from individual board members and the importance of the board acting as a unified group to ensure alignment and effective leadership.
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