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Simple, actionable insights in just 5-10 minutes per episode.
Each episode focuses on key financial topics, offering tips to align your church’s finances with its mission. From budgets to financial reports, we’re here to help you build a strong foundation.
Welcome to the First Episode of Distilled: Church Finance Made Simple!
We’re thrilled to kick off this journey with you! On Distilled, we tackle complex church financial topics and transform them into simple, actionable steps you can take to steward your church’s resources wisely.
In This Episode: Greg Daley, Chief Visionary of Parable Bookkeeping & Accounting for Churches, joins us to discuss a sobering statistic: the staggering amount of money projected to be stolen from churches in the coming year.
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In this conversation, Greg and Dan discuss the critical missing piece in church finance, emphasizing the importance of strategic finance. They explore how strategic finance can help churches align their financial resources with their mission, make informed decisions, and plan for the future.
The discussion also covers churches’ various options for obtaining strategic financial help, including hiring staff, utilizing volunteers, or partnering with specialized companies. The episode concludes with actionable takeaways for pastors, including a recommendation to complete a financial leadership assessment.
Takeaways
n this conversation, Greg and Dan discuss innovative approaches to church funding, emphasizing the importance of exploring additional revenue streams beyond traditional giving. The discussion highlights various creative ideas for generating income, such as utilizing church spaces for events, forming partnerships with business leaders, and leveraging existing resources. The conversation concludes with practical steps for pastors to implement these ideas and access further resources.
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In this episode of Distilled: Church Finance Made Simple, Dan Pourbaix breaks down the four essential financial numbers every pastor should track to ensure the financial and spiritual health of their church. These key metrics—income received, expenses, savings, and donor engagement—provide crucial insights into both financial stability and the congregation’s commitment to the church’s mission. Dan shares practical strategies for monitoring these numbers and explains how they can help pastors make better-informed decisions.
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In this episode of Distilled: Church Finances Made Simple, Kira and Dan kick off a three-part series on making your church budget go farther. They tackle a critical question: Can church leaders really find extra money in their budget, or is that just a gimmicky statement? Spoiler alert—there may not be a hidden pot of gold, but there are strategic ways to free up resources for mission-critical expenses.
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In part two of our Finding Hidden Money in Your Church series, we dive into a simple yet powerful tool that every pastor should use when prioritizing church finances. The key takeaway? Good is the enemy of great. Many churches unintentionally fund “good” things at the expense of their core mission. Today’s episode will help you assess your spending and realign your budget with what truly drives impact.
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