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Pastors & Money Podcast

Pastors & Money Podcast

著者： Joy Suzanne Hunt
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 Helping helps pastors, ministry leaders, and churches stop being limited by finances and start thriving financially, using money as a tool to fuel God’s mission in our churches and our families.© 2025 Joy Suzanne Hunt キリスト教 スピリチュアリティ 聖職・福音主義
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  • Beyond Sunday: 7 Strategies to Engage Your Community Through Your Church Building with Loren Richmond

    Beyond Sunday: 7 Strategies to Engage Your Community Through Your Church Building with Loren Richmond
    2025/12/03
    Looking for the Episode Transcript? Episode Description Is your church building sitting empty most of the week while your bills pile up? In this practical conversation with ministry consultant Loren Richmond, Jr., we explore how churches can transform their facilities from financial burdens into thriving community hubs. Loren brings a unique perspective from his years as a pastor, food pantry director, and public housing coordinator. He shares seven creative strategies churches are using to generate revenue while genuinely serving their communities—from music centers and senior ministry programs to emergency response partnerships with utility companies. Discover why the average church size has dropped from 130 to 65 people, how cultural shifts have changed community outreach, and most importantly—how to balance financial sustainability with your church’s mission of creating followers of Jesus. This episode is packed with practical ideas you can implement without losing sight of what matters most. What You’ll Learn Why churches need to rethink their building strategy in today’s financial and cultural climateHow to transform your church building into a music center with lessons, recitals, and performancesCreative ways to serve the growing senior adult population while generating sustainable revenueHow to partner with utility companies for emergency response and crisis ministryThe importance of accounting for true costs—even when donating spaceHow to start slow and set proper boundaries to protect your church’s missionFirst steps to take: pray, survey needs, and assess your resources Key Quotes “The normative size church is 65, so it’s half of what it was [20-30 years ago]. The giving levels just aren’t what they were… So like practically speaking, like the math just doesn’t work.” – Loren Richmond, Jr. “Don’t lose track of what the main thing is… I believe we’re trying to create followers of Jesus here. That being said, find creative ways to engage with our neighbors and reach them where they’re at.” – Loren Richmond, Jr. “We can’t just assume that even though we’re giving space to the Boys and Girls Club or the scouts, there’s a cost to that… It’s gonna be important for us to account for what that cost might be, whether it’s electricity, plumbing, water, wear and tear.” – Loren Richmond, Jr. “You win when you show up. Sometimes showing up looks like making it to the coaching call even when you didn’t do your homework. Sometimes it looks like sitting down for the budget meeting with your spouse.” – Joy Suzanne Hunt About Our Guest Loren Richmond, Jr. is a ministry consultant, pastor, chaplain, and nonprofit leader writing and speaking at the intersection of faith, culture, and church renewal. With more than a decade of leadership in churches and community nonprofits, Loren draws from a deep well of lived experience, both pastoral and practical. He holds an M.Div from Phillips Theological Seminary and an MBA with a nonprofit emphasis from Hope International University. Loren has served in diverse roles from founding pastor to food pantry director to public housing coordinator. He is also the host of the Future Christian Podcast, where he interviews ministry leaders, scholars, and change makers to explore how historic faith can speak meaningfully today. The 7 Strategies Discussed Music Center Ministry – Offers music lessons, hosts recitals and performances, utilizes existing instruments and skilled musicians on staffSenior Adult Ministry Hub – Create socialization spaces, meal programs, and light assistance with daily tasks for the growing 55+ populationEmergency Response Partnerships – Partner with utility companies to serve as cooling/warming centers or emergency response locations during crisesGrant-Funded Community Programs – Develop food programs and other community services that qualify for government or nonprofit grant fundingYouth Ministry Spaces – Address the mental health crisis by creating safe spaces for young people to connect and build relationshipsBusiness Networking Events – Host lunch-and-learns and professional networking groups that serve as valuable “third spaces.”Multi-Purpose Community Hub – Rent to values-aligned organizations like preschools, scouts, AA groups, and sports teams Resources Mentioned Loren’s website: resonatepurpose.orgFuture Christian PodcastThe Church Nerd on SubstackPrevious episode with Ken McQuiller on grant funding for churches Key Takeaways Start with Prayer and Assessment: Pray for God’s directionSurvey needs in your church and neighborhoodTake stock of your physical, human, and financial resourcesLook for the overlap between resources, opportunities, and mission Account for True Costs: Even donated space has costs (utilities, wear and tear, maintenance)Add line items to your budget for space use—even if you’re not chargingWhen necessary, ask organizations to ...
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  • Smart Tax Planning for Pastors with Gale Sciascia, EA

    Smart Tax Planning for Pastors with Gale Sciascia, EA
    2025/11/19
    Housing Allowances, Reimbursement Plans, and Tax Strategies Every Ministry Leader Needs 00:00:00 – Welcome & Introduction00:01:00 – Ministry Spotlight: The Adams Family in Bolivia00:02:00 – Meet Gale Sciascia: Tax Planning Expert00:04:00 – The Dual Tax Status Challenge Pastors Face00:06:00 – Housing Allowances: Your Most Valuable Tax Break00:07:00 – How Your Church Board Should Approve Housing Allowances00:09:00 – How Housing Allowances Show Up on Your W200:11:00 – Should You DIY Your Ministry Taxes?00:13:00 – Accountable Reimbursement Plans: Stop Paying Tax on Money That Isn\’t Income00:16:00 – Handling Your Wedding and Speaking Income the Right Way00:18:00 – One Proactive Step to Reduce Your Tax Anxiety This Week00:19:00 – Building Tax Tracking Into Your Weekly Routine00:22:00 – Why the IRS Cares So Much About Mileage00:23:00 – Lightning Round: Financial Habits That Make a Difference00:30:00 – Thank You for Listening For the Full Episode Transcript Click Here Ministry Spotlight: The Adams Family in Bolivia Micah and Karissa Adams serve as missionaries to six indigenous tribal groups in the Amazon jungles of Bolivia, using medical outreach and oral Bible storytelling to share the Gospel with communities that have waited over 2,000 years to hear it. Learn more and find out how to support their ministry at pastorsandmoney.com/spotlight. Show Notes Are you leaving money on the table because you don’t understand how ministry taxes work? In this essential conversation with Gale Sciascia—enrolled agent and co-founder of Sasha Tax and Retirement—we break down the tax strategies every pastor and ministry leader needs to know. Gale explains the unique tax situation pastors face: considered an employee for income taxes but self-employed for Social Security and Medicare. This dual status creates confusion and leads to missed opportunities like underutilizing housing allowances, failing to set up proper reimbursement plans, and not planning for self-employment tax. From understanding how housing allowances work whether you live in a parsonage, own your home, or rent, to setting up accountable reimbursement plans that stop you from paying taxes on money that isn’t really income, this episode gives you clear, actionable steps to reduce your tax burden and protect what you’ve earned. Plus, Gale shares the one proactive step you can take this week to transform tax anxiety into confidence. What You’ll Learn Why pastors have dual tax status and what that means for your financesHow housing allowances work and why proper documentation is criticalThe difference between housing allowances for parsonages, owned homes, and rentalsWhat an accountable reimbursement plan is and why every church needs oneHow to handle side income from weddings and speaking engagements correctlyThe biggest documentation mistakes that lead to failed auditsWhy mileage tracking is one of the IRS’s biggest red flagsOne proactive step to reduce tax anxiety and set yourself up for successWhether you should DIY your ministry taxes or hire a specialist Key Quotes “Pastors don’t necessarily understand that they have sort of dual status. So they are considered an employee for income taxes, but self-employed for Social Security and Medicare. And so that tends to raise some confusion for them, and it also leads to some missed opportunities.” – Gale Sciascia “The easiest way to fail an audit or have expenses disallowed and bring on other challenges is not having proper documentation.” – Gale Sciascia “We want you to have [an accountable reimbursement plan] so that you can be reimbursed and it not be included in your income, then you’re not paying tax on a dollar amount that is not really income.” – Gale Sciascia “Don’t wait. Claim your salvation, right? Like, don’t wait until tomorrow. Do it today.” – Gale Sciascia (quoting Pastor Robbie) “Finances are a tool to help you sustain what you’re called to do. We need to keep our mission moving with integrity and balance and use the tools available to us.” – Gale Sciascia About Our Guest Gale Sciascia is a recognized enrolled agent and co-founder of Sasha Tax and Retirement. With over 15 years of experience, Gale helps business owners, professionals, and ministry leaders translate complicated tax code into clear actionable strategies. As a federally licensed tax professional authorized by the United States Department of Treasury, she represents taxpayers before the IRS in all 50 states, handling everything from tax preparation and planning to collections and audits. Her mission is simple: educate, break financial restraints, and transform tax anxiety into wealth-building confidence. Resources Mentioned Shasha Tax and Retirement: shashatr.comPhone: 615-723-1570Mileage tracking apps, like EverlanceQuickBooks for financial trackingMicrosoft Excel for budgeting (Looking for the perfect business spreadsheet?) Documentation ...
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  • Why Pastors Secretly Struggle to Ask for Help with Mike van Pelt

    Why Pastors Secretly Struggle to Ask for Help with Mike van Pelt
    2025/11/05
    View the Full Episode Transcript Episode Description What happens when church leaders are so busy doing ministry that they lose their intimacy with Christ? In this powerful conversation with Mike van Pelt—Christian men’s coach, author, and speaker—we explore the hidden struggles pastors face and why asking for help is one of the most courageous things a leader can do. Mike shares his personal journey from church burnout to discovering true intimacy with Christ at a men’s retreat, and how that breakthrough led him to create True Man Life Coaching. From the pressure to “have it all together” to the dangerous pattern of burying emotions, Mike reveals why so many ministry leaders struggle in silence—and what it costs them, their families, and their churches. Discover why building margin in your life isn’t optional, how ego and pride prevent leaders from getting the help they need, and why the younger generations might actually have something to teach us about vulnerability. This episode offers both challenge and hope for pastors who know they need help but don’t know where to start. What You’ll Learn The difference between belief in Christ and relationship with Christ—and why pastors can lose intimacy while doing church workWhy men (and male pastors especially) struggle to show emotions and ask for helpHow church leadership becomes a job that crowds out personal worship and spiritual intimacyThe importance of building margin in your life as a ministry leaderWhy “fake it till you make it” is dangerous modeling for your congregationHow to silence the inner voice that says “you’re supposed to have all the answers”Practical first steps for pastors who know they need help but don’t know where to startWhy Gen Z and Millennials are seeking answers from the church—and what that means for ministry leaders Key Quotes “Even though I’d been a Christian all my life, even though I was actively involved in the church, one of the things that was missing, and I didn’t know it at the time, was I did not have an intimate relationship with Christ.” – Mike van Pelt “I just remember staring up at the ceiling in the gym… And what I realized was, I’m going to church on Sunday. I’m not even hearing what the pastor saying, I’m getting nothing outta this.” – Mike van Pelt “In that moment, Christ came to me and said, I want a relationship with you. You’re my beloved son… I had no idea that kind of relationship was available.” – Mike van Pelt “What a pastor’s doing in that moment [when asking for help] is modeling something really important—it’s okay to get help.” – Mike van Pelt “The challenges that pastors face as leaders in the churches is incredibly daunting in this age… There’s just no possible way a single human being could be equipped to deal with all of it.” – Mike van Pelt “I think it demonstrates courage to ask for help… and it also makes it safe for the next person to ask for help.” – Joy Suzanne Hunt About Our Guest Mike van Pelt is a Christian men’s coach, author, and speaker who helps men break free from limiting beliefs, reclaim their identity, and live with boldness and authenticity. Through his signature message—the power of asking for help—drawn from his book True Man, True Ways: A Roadmap of Discovery to the Masculine Heart, Mike equips men to step into God-honoring leadership, build lasting legacies, and live with conviction in every area of life. He hosts the True Man Podcast and leads weekly men’s groups focused on deep, authentic relationships. Resources Mentioned True Man, True Ways: A Roadmap of Discovery to the Masculine Heart by Mike van PeltTrue Man Life Coaching: truemanlifecoaching.comTrue Man PodcastProverbs 3:5-6 (Mike’s go-to verse for encouragement)1 Timothy 4:12 (Setting an example / becoming an example) Practical Action Steps Start journaling – Get your thoughts and feelings down on paper. Ask yourself: “What am I feeling right now?” Then take it to God: “What do you think about this?”Find 1-2 trusted mentors – Keep your circle small but intentional. Find people who will listen well and ask powerful questions.Attend a men’s retreat – If you’ve never been to a retreat, consider it. These environments create space for breakthrough and deeper relationship with God.Create margin in your schedule – Build in time where you’re not “fixing” or leading—time to just be with God and process life.Practice vulnerability strategically – Choose what to be vulnerable about and with whom. You don’t have to share everything with everyone, but you do need to get help. Connect with Mike van Pelt Website: truemanlifecoaching.comFacebook: Mark van PeltYouTube: youtube.com/marksent1 Mike is also developing speaking engagements for churches and organizations about the power of asking for help, especially as it relates to different generations. Connect with Pastors & Money Email: ...
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