[{"text_idx": "#000010", "text": "The subject of church finances and the pastor\u2019s involvement has long been a topic of discussion and controversy. Opinions and practices vary as to whether the spiritual leader of the congregation should be allowed unrestricted oversight, be completely uninvolved, or work with a board/advisory committee in the monetary business of the church. In rare cases [...]"}, {"text_idx": "#000013", "text": "Keeping Kids Safe in an Unsafe World Our world becomes increasingly unsafe each day. From wars on the other side of the planet to bullying on the playground of our neighborhood school, children\u2019s safety is one of the churches primary concerns. Let\u2019s focus on 3 tools we can use to keep kids safe [...]"}]