Finance
Resources for the Local Church

Payroll, insurance and bookkeeping can be an overwhelming area of ministry. Have questions on payroll, insurance/benefits information, and bookkeeping for your local church? This page is designed to give you resources for these questions and more. Disclaimer: The information shared on this page serves to be a starting point and resource that apply to general situations. This is not a substitute for legal counsel. For your specific church needs, please make sure to contact a trusted tax professional.

Resource Videos

We want to help you. Videos are a great way to review information on demand. In this section, we’ll have a library of videos for you that dive deeper into various topics in the areas of finance, bookkeeping and payroll for your local church. Remember: The local church is a non-profit organization with unique payroll and tax needs.

Minister's Payroll

FAQ's

We connected with members within our Network that serve in the areas of payroll, accounting and finance. We put together a list of commonly asked questions that would help those that serve in these areas.

Q1: How long do I keep documentation?

Good question! See the attached handout by clicking here.

​The PennDel Ministry Network can obtain a Sales Tax Exemption Certificate for your church from the PA Department of Revenue.  Please contact Crystal Hoffman, Business Manager, at choffman@penndel.org or 717-795-5921 ext 221.

​If you already have a PA Sales Tax Exemption Certificate and need a copy please contact Crystal Hoffman, Business Manager, at choffman@penndel.org or 71-795-5921 ext 221 to receive a copy by email.

Email: finance@penndel.org

The IRS automatically recognizes churches as 501(c)(3) charitable organizations if they meet the IRS requirements.  To receive a letter of good standing with the Assemblies of God and the determination letter for the General Council of the Assemblies of God please contact Crystal Hoffman, Business Manager, at choffman@penndel.org or 717-795-5921 ext 221.  These documents will serve as proof of your status as a tax exempt organization.

​$.70 is the current IRS mileage rate for all miles of business use, effective January 1, 2025.

New for 2025! Effective January 1, 2025, all corporations including nonprofit corporations in the state of PA are required to file an annual report by June 30th.  Failure to report could affect your PA business registration. There is no fee to file for nonprofit corporations.  See more information on the attached brochure by clicking the following link: Annual Report PA

See handout (Church Forms, Due Dates & Information) by clicking here.

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