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From Chaos to Clarity: Simplifying Church Finances for Growing Ministries


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Thom and Jess interview Steve Chaney, founder and CEO of Chaney and Associates, the premier CPA firm for churches of all sizes. In this episode, they discuss how churches can streamline their bookkeeping processes to focus more on ministry and growth.

    • Warning signs that a church’s financial systems are too complex or outdated for its needs.
    • How a church can determine the right solution for its bookkeeping needs.
    • How streamlined finances can lead to greater ministry impact.
    • The challenges in transitioning from volunteer bookkeepers to professional services.
    • Resources:
      • Chaney & Associates
        • Upward Sports
          • The Hope Initiative
            • FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights
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                  • We are excited to be partnering with Upward Sports in 2025. Upward Sports is the world’s largest Christian youth sports organization, partnering with local churches to use sports as a powerful outreach tool to engage the community.
                  • To remind our listeners, Upward offers a variety of league options, including basketball, cheerleading, soccer, flag football, volleyball, baseball… and now running for adults.
                  • Partnering with Upward Sports helps your church reach the community, attract young families, and share the Gospel in a meaningful way.
                  • At Upward, they will customize your sports outreach strategy to fit your church’s budget, and community needs because we know one size doesn’t fit all.
                  • Kick off 2025 with purpose—use sports to fuel your outreach ministry!
                  • Are you looking to engage new families, bless your community, or mobilize your congregation to serve? Whether you have a gym, field space, or access to a facility, Upward Sports can help. We’re here to support your church in creating a first-class, organized, and intentional outreach ministry that tells families, “You are welcome here!”
                  • Whether you’re building on an existing sports ministry or starting fresh, check out Upward Sports.
                  • Schedule your call today – www.Upward.org/ChurchAnswers
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