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Church finances and giving: Practices and attitudes in Australian churches
This report draws on the Australian National Church Life Survey (NCLS) to describe financial aspects of local churches in 2021 and 2022.
It also provides insight into the views of local church leaders about the financial future of their church and the impact of the pandemic. Further, this report present church attender views about giving as well as their practices of giving to churches and charities.
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Further resources
The CMA Standards Council provides a comprehensive framework for accountability and good governance, ensuring that churches and Christian organisations adhere to high standards of integrity and stewardship.
The ACNC Governance Hub offers extensive guidance and tools to help charities, including churches, meet their governance obligations and enhance their operational effectiveness.