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Navigating Church Finances: Keeping it Simple & IRS Compliant l Church Bookkeeping, Church Payroll, Minister Taxes

Michelle R Brown, EA, Christian Business Mentor, Enrolled Agent
Church Finances
Quickbooks
Scams
Cyber Security
IRS
Technology Security
Cyber Awareness Training
Fair Labor Standards Act
Intuit
Minister Housing Allowance
Fraud
Email Scams
Bookkeeping
Financial Compliance
Church Office Staff
Budget
Contributions
Clergy Taxation
Phishing
Salary Threshold Increase

** This podcast is currently on pause. Feel free to explore past episodes! ** Hey there, I’m Michelle and I love all things Jesus, business and church finances! I help church finance individuals just like you go from feeling confused and frustrated with what you don’t know about church finances, to being more confident in your role while increasing your proficiency and expertise in the church fina... more

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Episode Summary: In this episode of the Navigating Church Finances Podcast, host Michelle delves into the importance and proper handling of contribution statements for church donations. Using a personal experience as a backdrop, Michelle highlights t... more

Key Highlights:

Introduction to IRS Dirty Dozen (00:00:21): Michelle introduces the IRS Dirty Dozen tax scams for 2025, which are prevalent threats that individuals need to be cautious about.

Email Phishing Scams (00:00:57): Learn about the c... more

In this episode of Navigating Church Finances Podcast, host Michelle Brown explores the value of supporting locally owned Christian businesses for churches. She unpacks why choosing to shop local can align more closely with biblical stewardship and m... more

Episode 93: Financial Admin Evaluation

Welcome to another episode of Navigating Church Finances with Michelle Brown, the podcast that takes the guesswork out of managing church finances. In this episode, we explore the importance of creating and uti... more

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Recent Guests

JoAnne Wilson
Pastor's Wife and church finance advocate
Hope Temple, Church of God in Christ
Episode: Ep 80 ~ ICF Course Student Interview with Ms. JoAnne Wilson

Host

Michelle Brown
Host of the Church Finance and Minister Tax Podcast, she is an enrolled agent and Church Finance Consultant, focusing on simplifying church finances and providing valuable insights into compliance and operational efficiency for church finance personnel.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 69 ratings
  • Such a vital topic for the church!

    This is the tactical and practical side of ministry that you typically don’t hear talked about. I love that this is being brought to the forefront, and how important to keep scripture at the center!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jolie Josephine
    United States8 months ago
  • Rich content

    Michelle is awesome raising awareness of all the legal issues a church can go thru is not staying in compliance. Your content is extremely rich. Im a bookkeeper myself currently re-routing my niche slowly and all these episodes are just invaluable. Thank you and please keep the episodes coming they are my daily bread and butter!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fnrusb
    United States9 months ago
  • Very insightful

    Was not aware of all the legal issues, thank you for raising awareness.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ashmieli
    United Statesa year ago
  • Practical and Biblically-grounded solutions for our business finances

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Love this podcast! Tons of value delivered in every episode, especially for those of us looking for practical and Biblically-grounded solutions for our business finances.

    Plus, Michelle is relatable!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shana | myidealbalance.com
    United Statesa year ago
  • So helpful!!

    The podcast I didn’t know I needed! Your words of wisdom and encouragement are so helpful and definitely needed. This isn’t talked about enough!! Thank you and please continue making more episodes. ♥️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Evie Rea
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Reviews highlight Michelle's relatability and the usefulness of her actionable tips, making complex financial topics more accessible.
Listeners appreciate Michelle's practical and biblically-grounded financial solutions for church management.
Many find the content invaluable for their roles in church finance, citing it as a resource to help reduce confusion and enhance compliance with IRS regulations.
Listeners express gratitude for the encouragement and wisdom shared, often describing the podcast as a blessing to their professional journey.

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Ep 80 ~ ICF Course Student Interview with Ms. JoAnne Wilson
Q: Would you recommend the course to others?
JoAnne would highly recommend the course to anyone involved in church finances, as it provides valuable insights and community support.
Ep 80 ~ ICF Course Student Interview with Ms. JoAnne Wilson
Q: How has your confidence or your approach to managing Church Finances changed since completing the course?
JoAnne's confidence increased, especially with the backing of a certificate and the knowledge to support her guidelines.
Ep 80 ~ ICF Course Student Interview with Ms. JoAnne Wilson
Q: Can you share one or two specific insights or skills that you gained from the course that have made a difference in your role?
JoAnne learned that she needed more policies in place and realized there was much she didn't know about church finances.
Ep 80 ~ ICF Course Student Interview with Ms. JoAnne Wilson
Q: What were your biggest challenges before enrolling in the course?
JoAnne faced challenges in explaining the necessity of following financial regulations to her congregation.
Ep 80 ~ ICF Course Student Interview with Ms. JoAnne Wilson
Q: What motivated you to take the Intro to Church Finances Course?
JoAnne wanted to be better at her role and be equipped to answer questions from her congregation regarding church finances.

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The content focuses on providing practical and biblically-grounded solutions for managing church finances, including bookkeeping and payroll specifically tailored for churches and ministry-related roles. Episodes cover a range of topics such as IRS compliance, managing donations, tax obligations for ministers, and best practices for church administrative operations. By integrating faith with finance, the host aims to empower church finance personnel to confidently navigate the complexities of financial management within a church setting while adhering to IRS regulations. Notably, this podcast offers a unique blend of education and encouragement, catering specifically to those involved in church finance roles.

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