Jul 8, 2026
Church Plant Insurance Guide
Church plant insurance explained: the coverage you need, when to get it, what landlords require for a COI, and the gaps to avoid.
Resources for ministry leaders
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Risk Management Library
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Articles and guides on safety, compliance, and coverage, written for ministry leaders.
Mar 23, 2026
Church Insurance 101: The Buyer's Guide for Ministry Leaders
Most churches buy church insurance without a clear sense of what they actually need. This guide walks ministry leaders through what to evaluate, how the buying process works, and how to make sure coverage fits where their ministry is today.
Mar 11, 2026
Are Churches Required to Have Disability Insurance? What Ministry Leaders Need to Know
Do churches need disability insurance? Learn what ministry leaders should know, what's required, and how coverage protects pastors and staff.
Legal Assist
Free legal help for churches and ministries
Ask a ministry legal question or send a document for a free review, and hear back personally from Brotherhood Mutual's in-house attorneys. Open to all ministries at no cost.
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Webinars
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Expert-led sessions on the laws and risks ministry leaders deal with. Register once to get an invitation to every session.
Nov 18 2026
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Free Templates
Templates, checklists, and guides
Free templates, e-books, and tools you can put to work in your ministry today.
Checklist
AB 495 Family Preparedness Act Checklist
A free checklist covering what California AB 495 asks of licensed preschools, childcare programs, and schools.
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Template
AB 495 Emergency Contacts List
A ready-to-use emergency contact and pickup authorization form for preschools and schools.
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Checklist
Tenant Church Insurance Checklist
8 essential coverages every church that rents its worship space should review. Your landlord's insurance doesn't protect your ministry.
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