The Steward's Prophet
Finance for Faith Communities
a project of Congregational Finance LLC -- Rev. Karen McArthur, editor
Entire contents © 2007-2012 Rev. Karen McArthur Please inquire for permission to reprint any part of this website.
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Library of Links
A Church Finance Handbook: available from the Massachusetts Conference, UCC
"New Wineskins": Article on Church Finance and QuickBooks for New Church Starts, published in New Times
"Stewardship Without Slogans": Article on Stewardship in Southeast Conference UCC newsletter
Harvard Divinity School Presentation January 4, 2012
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2009 UPMIFA rules regarding endowments:
Summary of Massachusetts law effective June 30, 2009
The law itself: Chapter 180A
Update of FASB 117 and 124 as noted in FASB Staff Position 117-1
A CPA's interpretation of UPMIFA
Recent IRS changes regarding cash contributions (effective January 1, 2007)
Three Financial Accounting Boards summaries:
FASB116
FASB117
FASB124
Resources on non-profit finance: Free Management Library's website
Resources on stewardship: Ecumenical Stewardship Center
Resources on payroll tax issues: Church Treasurer Alert!
FASB117: Financial Statements of Not-for-Profit Organizations