The Unstuck Church Podcast with Tony Morgan

Church Governance: Improving Church Bylaws & Board Policies (Interview with David Middlebrook, The Church Lawyers) - Episode 272

Nov 23, 2022

28:16

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Legal expert David Middlebrook discusses church governance best practices, fiduciary duties, and improving governance models. Highlights the importance of clear roles, unity within the board, succession planning, and seeking professional advice for modifying bylaws and policies.

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Having clear and well-defined church bylaws and board policies is crucial for effective church governance.

Focusing on fiduciary duties of care, loyalty, and obedience provides a framework for effective board governance.

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Importance of Well-Defined Church Bylaws

Having clear and well-defined church bylaws and board policies is crucial for effective church governance. These governing documents serve as the foundation for exercising religious freedoms and must be adhered to correctly. By ensuring alignment between bylaws and actual practices, churches can avoid confusion and potential legal issues. Keeping the bylaws regularly reviewed and updated helps maintain the church's operational integrity and clarity of roles.

Intro

3min

Best Practices for Church Governance

13min

Understanding Fiduciary Duties and Board Responsibilities in Church Governance

4min

Improving Church Governance Models

5min

Navigating Changes in Church Bylaws and Board Policies

3min

Bylaws and board policies may not be the most exciting topic, but they do play a key role in helping your church board operate effectively.

In this episode, David Middlebrook from The Church Lawyers joins us to discuss common governance mistakes churches make, the three fiduciary duties of a church board member, and encouragement for making positive change in your church.

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For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode272.

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