This book by the experts from Your Church magazine answers your questions on the practical aspects of running a church--from stained glass to speaker systems. It helps you determine what you need, what it will cost, and where to get it.

Canada’s top consumer advocate returns with more financial advice. Canadian consumers are focused on spending and managing what money they do have wisely, but have more questions than answers on most financial topics. Television personality and consumer advocate Pat Foran shares tips and strategies about the questions and issues he sees most often, and explains how some little things can soon add up to a lot of money. Some of the topics covered include: Credit and loyalty cards, and what kind of deal they really are How much insurance is enough – and what kinds do most people need? How to shop for a vehicle, and if it’s worth it to import from the US Mortgages, tax breaks, and other complicated financial decisions Getting the most bang for your buck, whether while shopping or travelling Packed with money-saving advice, this title will also include the latest information on marketplace trends, the investment climate, housing prices, interest rates, and other techniques for savings. As an added bonus, Pat has included quotes and comments from prominent Canadian businesspeople and celebrities about the best financial advice they’ve received in their lifetimes. Pat Foran is seen by millions of Canadians each week as the Consumer Reporter for CFTO News, and Consumer Expert on CTV’s Canada AM. His “Consumer Alert” segment is currently on CFTO’s noon, six o’clock and eleven-thirty newscasts, five days a week with an audience of 700,000 viewers, and he appears on Canada AM, Canada’s number-one national morning show every week, dispensing financial and consumer advice.

What can the Church learn from the business world? You're a leader of a ministry, nonprofit, or church. You trained to be a faithful counselor, preacher, interpreter of God's Word—so why do you find yourself spending so much energy on administration tasks that threaten to drain your time, energy, and joy? Look to this book for the coaching you needed, yesterday. Written from years of ministry and business experience, Business for Ministry is built on a solid foundation of business principles but—unlike many business books—in a straightforward style that anyone can grasp. You'll learn how to: Communicate vision and strategize with a team Steward resources well (yes, including budgeting) Prioritize goals, wisely make decisions, and evaluate outcomes based on vision and data Leverage the existing talents of men and women at your church, many of whom don't fit in "traditional" ministry roles This field guide to building a holistic, sustainable system for your church will both help you address the business needs of your church and free your leaders to serve, fully and joyfully.

You’re no idiot, of course. Money’s always on your mind; if you’re not working to make more, you’re wondering where it all went. Will you have to give up movies and CDs to get your bank account to grow? Play it smart and you can have it all! Whether you’re saving for something big like college or wondering why you're always broke, this info-packed book has the answers you need. The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Money for Teens can show you how to: • Stop the bleeding! Easy ways to get a grip on your expenses. • Make sense of bank and credit card statements. • Work wise and shop smart; get the most of your money. • Pay less for the things you buy—even designer labels! • Learn what it takes to be a teen entrepreneur.

A practical reference for young girls helps them identify personal spending styles while outlining strategies for earning money, saving funds, and making smart shopping choices as recommended through the advice of other girls.

Money issues are a frequent source of conflict in all marriages. But blended families are a monetary minefield. Debts, bills, and child support payments from previous relationships often influence the finances of a blended family. And planning for college expenses, retirement, and inheritance gets even more complicated in remarriage. These issues can explode couple unity and blow up developing family harmony. However, proper blended family money management can make money an asset to your relationship, not a liability. The authors use over 50 years of combined financial planning and blended family educational experience to help you envision your combined financial future and plan for how you'll get there. You'll discover practical ways to merge your current financial realities and protect your marriage while doing so. Get real-world financial advice specific to unique blended family legal and relational matters so you can provide for your family both now and in the future.