PCI Compliance and Credit Card Handling
Aug 20, 2026
PCI Compliance and Credit Card Handling Crosspoint Church does not retain credit card numbers for any reason. Writing down card numbers is strongly discouraged. If a card number must be written down to complete a transac...
Receipt Documentation Requirements
Aug 20, 2026
Receipt Documentation Requirements Purpose: To ensure all financial transactions are properly documented, auditable, and compliant with accounting standards and IRS requirements. Requirements for All Receipts All expense...
Budgeting Process Overview
Aug 20, 2026
Budgeting Process Overview Fiscal Year The fiscal year runs from July 1 to June 30. Budget Timeline The annual budgeting process follows a structured timeline to ensure proper planning, review, and approval: January – Bu...
2026-2027 Budget Planning Schedule
Aug 20, 2026
2026-2027 Budget Planning Schedule Questions or more information Contact the Director of Operations at ccate@crosspoint.church For accounting worksheet or journal-entry questions, contact the Accountant at jusmith@crossp...
Refund Guidelines for Tuition, Food, Trips, Bargain Box, and Other Payments All refunds must be issued in the same form of payment as originally received. No exceptions. Refunds will not be processed until funds have ful...
Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs)
Aug 20, 2026
Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) What is a QCD? A Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) is a direct transfer of funds from an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) to a qualified nonprofit organization, such as ...
Non-Cash Donations: Vehicles, Boats, Land, Furniture, and Other Items Overview Crosspoint Church accepts non-cash donations including vehicles, boats, land, furniture, and other physical items. These gifts can be a valua...
Church Management Database: What It Is and What It Is Not The Church Management Database (Shelby Systems) is the centralized system used to manage people, giving, and engagement across the church. It supports ministry, c...
Tithe and Offering Refund Policy
Aug 20, 2026
Tithe and Offering Refund Policy Purpose: To provide clear guidance on how Crosspoint handles requests for refunds related to tithes and offerings. Tithes and offerings are given as voluntary contributions to support the...
Financial Whistleblowing and Misuse of Funds
Aug 20, 2026
Financial Whistleblowing and Misuse of Funds Crosspoint Church is committed to the highest standards of financial integrity, stewardship, and accountability. Every dollar entrusted to us is given for ministry, and we tak...
Restricted vs. Unrestricted Accounts
Aug 20, 2026
Restricted vs. Unrestricted Accounts Understanding the difference between restricted and unrestricted funds is critical for proper stewardship, compliance, and financial reporting. Every dollar given must be handled acco...
Reimbursement for Personal Funds Used for Church Purchases Reimbursement is intended for situations where personal funds are used to cover approved ministry or operational expenses on behalf of Crosspoint Church. The goa...
Tithes and Offerings: Loans and Check Cashing Are Prohibited Tithes and offerings are sacred funds given to support the mission and ministry of Crosspoint and must be handled with the highest level of integrity and stewa...
Copiers and Printers
Aug 20, 2026
Copiers and Personal Printers All copier and personal printer services for Crosspoint Church must go through the approved company used by Crosspoint. Copier Contracts and Agreements All copier contracts, leases, renewals...
Excess Furniture and Equipment: Removal Process
Aug 20, 2026
Excess Furniture and Equipment: Removal Process Any furniture or office décor purchased by Crosspoint Church—including desks, chairs, whiteboards, lamps, and similar items—remains the property of the church. These items ...
Subpoena Handling
Aug 20, 2026
Subpoena Handling Any subpoena received by Crosspoint Church, including its campuses, ministries, academies, or Bargain Box, must be handled with care and immediately escalated. What to Do Submit the subpoena immediately...
Directional Leadership Team (DLT) – Role and Responsibility The Directional Leadership Team provides strategic direction and leadership for the operations and ministries of Crosspoint Church. This team ensures that all a...
What Operations Team Is – and What Operations Is Not
Aug 20, 2026
What Operations Team Is – and What Operations Is Not Clear expectations help the church operate effectively. The Operations Team provides support and leadership in many areas, but it does not replace the leadership or re...
Operations Vision and Purpose
Aug 20, 2026
Operations Team Purpose The Operations Team serves the ministries of Crosspoint by stewarding the systems, resources, and environments that allow ministry to flourish. Through leadership in areas such as · &nb...
Social Media Accounts
Aug 20, 2026
Social Media Accounts Social media is a powerful tool for ministry and communication. To ensure alignment, consistency, and proper oversight, all ministry-related accounts must follow an approved process. Approval Requir...