Do’s and don’ts for Pastors
Church leaders have been bullied into suppression. Concerning gambling and other policy issues, America’s Church often has been called The Sleeping Giant.
You may be surprised to learn about your freedom to speak on issues and ballot measures from the pulpit. Churches need to be careful, however, not to jeopardize their 501(c)(3) status by endorsing electoral candidates or addressing partisan issues. Learn more about the Church’s rights and restrictions from legal professionals and experts in this field of practice. A summary can be read by clicking the link below (a more detailed explanation can also be accessed).
Read a legal summary of political guidelines for pastors and churches.
“To the angel of the church in Sardis write: He who has the seven Spirits of God and the seven stars, says this: ‘I know your deeds, that you have a name that you are alive, but you are dead. ‘Wake up, and strengthen the things that remain, which were about to die; for I have not found your deeds completed in the sight of My God’” (Revelation 3:1-2, NASB).
Read Constitutional Protections for Pastors
Pastors, as individuals, have the same rights as all other American citizens to involve themselves in political activity; and, in fact, enjoy much greater latitude in being individually involved in political activities than does a church. These guidelines embody activities which relates to a pastor’s church position. [James Madison Center for Free Speech, in Association with the Alliance Defense Fund]
Original article last revised on 12-18-2007.
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