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Church Counsel Podcast: Church Law Simplified
Travis W. Story, Esq.
14 episodes
11 months ago
One quick way to reduce your church’s liability is to make sure your church is incorporated as anon-profit corporation. Why does this matter? If your church is not a non-profit corporation, you are an unincorporated association. You may have been an unincorporated association for years and years. A good indication that your church is formed as an unincorporated association is if your church has a constitution and not by-laws. What this means is that if sued, and if there is not insurance cove...
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One quick way to reduce your church’s liability is to make sure your church is incorporated as anon-profit corporation. Why does this matter? If your church is not a non-profit corporation, you are an unincorporated association. You may have been an unincorporated association for years and years. A good indication that your church is formed as an unincorporated association is if your church has a constitution and not by-laws. What this means is that if sued, and if there is not insurance cove...
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Episodes (14/14)
Church Counsel Podcast: Church Law Simplified
014: Why Your Church Should Be Incorporated
One quick way to reduce your church’s liability is to make sure your church is incorporated as anon-profit corporation. Why does this matter? If your church is not a non-profit corporation, you are an unincorporated association. You may have been an unincorporated association for years and years. A good indication that your church is formed as an unincorporated association is if your church has a constitution and not by-laws. What this means is that if sued, and if there is not insurance cove...
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2 years ago
25 minutes

Church Counsel Podcast: Church Law Simplified
013: 5 Tips To Reduce Church Liability
As a church leader, you are pulled in many different directions. Sunday is always coming, there are meetings, counseling sessions, and lots of sheep in the flock that need to be led. With so many things to keep up with, its easy to ignore the things that are most important. Since the squeaky wheel gets the grease, what happens if the wheels are about to fall off but they don’t make a sound? The urgent is not always as critical as the important, and this is where church liability is located. I...
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2 years ago
31 minutes

Church Counsel Podcast: Church Law Simplified
012: Who Owns The Sermon? Copyright Law for Churches
Today, we will provide actionable tips on how to legally use music, images, videos, and other creative works in your ministry while respecting the rights of content creators. We'll also discuss practical steps to educate your church staff and volunteers on copyright matters, creating a culture of compliance and respect for intellectual property. This is a follow up to our last episode!The Church Counsel Podcast is the essential podcast for pastors, worship leaders, and church media teams seek...
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2 years ago
27 minutes

Church Counsel Podcast: Church Law Simplified
011: A Guide To Copyright Compliance For Churches
Welcome to The Church Counsel Podcast! Our show is hosted by seasoned attorney Travis Story and this episode aims to empower churches with the knowledge they need to avoid potential violations.Today, we will will provide actionable tips on how to legally use music, images, videos, and other creative works in your ministry while respecting the rights of content creators. We'll also discuss practical steps to educate your church staff and volunteers on copyright matters, creating a cultur...
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2 years ago
37 minutes

Church Counsel Podcast: Church Law Simplified
010: Church Intellectual Property: Trademarks and Copyrights
One of the most overlooked rights and responsibilities of a church is something everyone sees all the time. One of the many jobs of your church or organization is communication, however, to do that well, you use images and branding in a way, which could cause copyright or trademark issues in the future. In todays episode we will break down the differences between copyright and trademarks and expound on the topic of intellectual property for your church or organization.
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2 years ago
27 minutes

Church Counsel Podcast: Church Law Simplified
009: How to define the roles within churches and non profit organizations.
This podcast will explore the roles and responsibilities of officers in a church and a non profit board of directors. We will discuss the different types of officers, their roles and responsibilities, and how to ensure proper governance and oversight. We will also look at the different types of board members, such as members-at-large, executive directors, and other leaders, and how they help to shape the organization’s mission and vision. We will also discuss the importance of communication a...
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2 years ago
28 minutes

Church Counsel Podcast: Church Law Simplified
008: Service Animals in Church
In this episode, Travis will discuss what types of service animals are allowed inside a church building. We will explore the different types of service animals, such as emotional support animals and guide dogs. We will discuss the relevant laws and regulations that pertain to service animals and churches. We will also provide some tips on how to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for service animals in churches. Tune in to learn what type of service animals are allowed in your church bui...
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2 years ago
18 minutes

Church Counsel Podcast: Church Law Simplified
007: Mandated Reporting For Churches and Applying the Priest Penitent Privilege
In this episode, Travis will discuss how to apply the priest–penitent privilege. We will review the basics of the priest–penitent privilege, such as what types of communications are considered privileged and what types of religious beliefs and legal systems this applies to. We will then discuss practical considerations such as when to invoke the privilege and what questions to consider in the process. Tune in to gain a better understanding of how to effectively use the priest–penitent privilege.
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2 years ago
21 minutes

Church Counsel Podcast: Church Law Simplified
006: Mandated Reporting For Churches and The Priest Penitent Privilege
The clergy (priest)-penitent privilege is one of the oldest and most well-recognized privileges in the United States. In today's episode Travis will define the term and explain how it applies to various religious beliefs and legal systems. We will explore the different types of communications that are protected under this privilege and how it affects counseling in the religious context. We will also provide some questions to consider when deciding whether or not to use the priest–penitent pri...
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2 years ago
23 minutes

Church Counsel Podcast: Church Law Simplified
005: Mandated Reporting For Churches
In this show, Travis will discuss the importance of mandated reporting and how it applies to your church. We will explore what mandated reporting is and who is responsible to report at your church or organization. We will discuss the different types of abuse that may lead to a mandated reporting situation and provide questions to help people determine if they have a mandated reporting situation. Tune in for an informative episode about this important topic.
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2 years ago
27 minutes

Church Counsel Podcast: Church Law Simplified
003: 5 Easy Ways to Protect Your Churches Pre School Ministry
Today we're focusing on the unique challenges of protecting a church's preschool ministry. From background checks for staff and volunteers, to creating a safe and secure environment for the children, there are many important steps that must be taken to ensure the safety of our youngest members. Travis will share his expertise in the field of child safety, as well as advising church leaders who have successfully implemented these measures in their own preschool ministry. Whether you're a churc...
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2 years ago
22 minutes

Church Counsel Podcast: Church Law Simplified
004: How to Deal with The Authority of The Church and Make Changes to Foundational Documents
In todays episode, Travis will be discussing the reasons why a church may choose to update their mission statement, bylaws, or other key documents, as well as the process for doing so. There are many considerations to make in making these changes and Travis shares recent experiences where these changes have been made and implemented. Whether you're a church member, leader, or simply interested in the inner workings of religious organizations, this is an episode you won't want to miss!"
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2 years ago
20 minutes

Church Counsel Podcast: Church Law Simplified
002: Church Constitution and Bylaws
Join us on the Church Counsel podcast as Travis dives into the important topic of developing a church constitution and bylaws. We'll explore the reasons why having a clear and well-written constitution and bylaws is crucial for any church, as well as the key elements that should be included in these documents. We'll also discuss the process of creating and ratifying a constitution and bylaws, and provide tips for ensuring that the final product accurately reflects the values and goals of your...
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2 years ago
26 minutes

Church Counsel Podcast: Church Law Simplified
001: Welcome to Church Law Simplified
Welcome to the Church Counsel Podcast, this unique podcast is our inaugural celebration of everything Church Law related. Join Attorney Travis W. Story as he enlightens you about the in's and out's of Church Law. If your church is needing help lowering your liability, securing your foundational documents, or working any of your policies and procedures, this is the podcast for you.
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3 years ago
15 minutes

Church Counsel Podcast: Church Law Simplified
One quick way to reduce your church’s liability is to make sure your church is incorporated as anon-profit corporation. Why does this matter? If your church is not a non-profit corporation, you are an unincorporated association. You may have been an unincorporated association for years and years. A good indication that your church is formed as an unincorporated association is if your church has a constitution and not by-laws. What this means is that if sued, and if there is not insurance cove...