In most denominations the pastor is the key figure, the one at the local church level who can best determine whether the plan will get a fair reception. (religion-online.org)
The only ones who will come close to the $ 100,000 mark are those with churches that are approaching or have reached the mega church level of over about 2,000 attendees. (redeeminggod.com)
In our tradition, authority remains at the local church level. (rachelheldevans.com)