Vol. XVI, Issue 31
October 12, 2017
Housing Allowance Case Update
On Friday, October 6, a federal district court judge ruled that the exclusion from taxation of a minister’s cash housing allowance is unconstitutional. The exclusion allows a minister to exclude from taxable income a cash housing allowance designated and paid by his or her church. Wespath Benefits and Investments (Wespath) and the Church Alliance will continue to monitor the case as it proceeds through appeals. Please see this link for more information on this case.
Center for Health Newsletter
The latest issue of the Center for Health newsletter focuses on happiness, and how the Danish tradition of Hygge—looking at life in a positive light—can help improve well-being. Please share the newsletter, and the linked bulletins, with those in your conference.
Center for Health Webinars
The Center for Health will host several webinars as part of its “Tools for Better Well-Being” webinar series. Please share this information with participants and others in your conference or organization. Individuals may register for the webinars from the Events page on the Wespath website, or from the links below. More information is provided here.
- Pastoral Care Visits: Are You Carrying More than Comfort?—Tuesday, October 17, 2:00-3:00 p.m., Central time—Registration link
- Understanding Anxiety and Depression—Thursday, November 9, 2:00-3:00 p.m., Central time—Registration link
- What You Need to Know about Prediabetes—Tuesday, November 28, 2:00-3:00 p.m., Central time—Registration link
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