Ep. 274: End of year church budget conversations
How should a pastor go about setting a budget? What should he do when there is disagreements between pastors? How do you navigate a shortfall? How should a pastor balance advocating his own salary?
Brian and Jim discuss these questions and more on this episode of Trench Talk
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(01:25) Setting up the conversation and biblical foundation
(06:42) Practical steps to develop a church budget
(11:08) Steps to take when your church doesn’t meet budget
(18:58) Creative ways to meet shortfalls while not compromising mission
(24:45) When pastors disagree on spending categories
(31:17) When the pastor’s salary is being questioned
(36:20) An encouragement to pastors when money is tight
(39:00) Final word and prayer