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2022 Mauck & Baker Practice Highlights

2022 Mauck & Baker Practice Highlights

At Mauck & Baker, we have been busy assisting our clients with a variety of matters. Many of our clients are mission-driven, and we are privileged to play a role that directly serves in accomplishing our clients’ visions. Below are some of the highlights that...

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Update on Religious Liberty Cases

Update on Religious Liberty Cases

At present, Mauck & Baker has four significant religious freedom cases. Please pray that God will be glorified in the outcomes and more people will have the opportunity to hear about Jesus! Swart v. Chicago: This case caused the City to rewrite its rules for...

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Reflection on Church Volunteer Ministry Decline

Reflection on Church Volunteer Ministry Decline

A long-term decrease in those willing to serve as volunteers has been sensed in many churches. Two areas are of particular concern:  Leaders: deacons, elders, trustees, directors; and  Youth and children’s teachers While the causes of this decline are...

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No Room at the Inn

No Room at the Inn

Sooner or later, you'll get the call: "Attorney Christian, this is Pastor Harmon of the Jesus Church.  We need your advice.  After over a year of searching, the church building committee has found a wonderful location for our congregation in the old Marsh School...

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End of Year Planning 2022

End of Year Planning 2022

It’s December and we are all busy with a lot of things to do before the holiday season and the New Year. There are many year-end planning articles and recommendations out there, but here are our takes with Top 3. 3. Do financial to do items that have to be done before...

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They Left Without a Will, We Can Help

They Left Without a Will, We Can Help

Are you feeling overwhelmed with administering the estate of a loved one after their death? Is this frustration complicated even further by the fact that they had no Will? Fortunately, this process can be made easier depending on certain circumstances. It will even...

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How Churches Can Protect Themselves Through Bylaws

How Churches Can Protect Themselves Through Bylaws

One of the most important things a ministry can do is protect itself through established bylaws and policies. Here are three points to guide your organization in establishing clear guidelines which will be an invaluable deterrent against escalated conflict. 1st Step:...

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