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Are there any grants available for upcoming churches?

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Yes. There are Christian funding organizations that help upcoming churches.

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Can you convert a barn on your property into a church?

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Yes, but make the place suitable and comfortable for people to worship.

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How can I become a preacher?

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Work to develop your faith, study your religion and practice spreading the message to family and friends. Once you are comfortable speaking about your faith, start preaching in public.

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How can somebody who has no understanding of ministry start one when he perceives the call of God?

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Get connected to someone (in your area, preferably) who is in the ministry who would be willing to act as your mentor.

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Can a foreign religious worker out of the States be one of the founding members?

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Yes, anyone can be a founding member.

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How many members must one have to be called a church?

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The United States IRS prefers three founding members, not related by blood or marriage.

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Do I need to fast before starting a church ministry?

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You don't need to, but it would be helpful to fast and pray for God to give you guidance.

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Can a non profit new church start up without a 501c3?

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Yes. A new church can start and operate without a 501c3. The IRS already considers the church tax-exempt because of its non-profit status.

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Can family members serve on the board of trustees?

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Yes, but they cannot be a founding member of the church. The board must consist of a treasurer, a secretary, an executive officer, and others to fulfill a board.

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Can the pastor of a church buy and own the church building?

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Yes if they have the proper documentation that shows they are the one responsible for the loan.

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How do I get the word out about a new ministry?

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There are many ways to go about this, including word of mouth, printing cards and advertising in your local newspaper(s) and social media.

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Can I start a church online?

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Yes, you can.

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Can I start a church without 3 founding officers?

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Yes, though your tax-exempt status may not be honored by the IRS. They want at least 3 founding members to be eligible for tax exemption.

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How do I get 501 (c)3 status when starting a church?

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Fill out the IRS documents and submit them with the registration fee, currently $500.

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How do I design the worship services?

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Generally you want to first figure out the doctrines of your theology, as that could have an effect on the nature of the service, such as whether prayer service should be held on Sunday or Saturday, or what your stance on iconography in the faith is. Next, you'll want to set up a schedule, establishing what kind of service is held, and when. Finally, figure out how prayer should be conducted, and what practices should be observed when in prayer. Do these things, and the rest should fall in place!

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