All local churches are reminded that the 2025 Local Church Audit should be completed and the final report submitted through the Online Data Collection System no later than August 1, 2026. Timely completion of the audit is an important responsibility that supports transparency, accountability, and good stewardship of church resources. The audit also provides an opportunity…

Over the last 23 years, Douglas Ward has faithfully led our Information Technology and Management Information Systems ministries, where he has worked to maintain and innovate our data systems, expanding our ability to collect and measure data, such as our Statistical Tables and Charge Conference reports, and enabling Conference leaders to make more informed decisions…

On December 29, 2025, the Internal Revenue Service set the 2026 standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical, or moving purposes. Beginning January 1, 2026, the standard mileage rates for the use of a car (also vans, pickups, or panel trucks) will be: The rates apply to…

Strengthen your church’s financial foundation with a focused training designed especially for local church treasurers, finance committee members, and pastors. In this session, we’ll walk through key aspects of local church finances and share important updates on recent legislative changes that may impact your ministry’s budgeting, reporting, and stewardship practices. Seats are limited, so we…