2026 budget = 35.4% less than total 2025 giving
2026 budget = 1% increase from 2025 budget

In church finances, a healthy payroll percentage (salaries, benefits, and taxes) varies by factors like congregation size, mission focus, location, and staff intensity. Benchmarks suggest 40-60% of the budget as a solid range, with 45-55% ideal for sustainability and growth. Over 60% may indicate overstaffing or revenue shortfalls; under 40% could signal underinvestment in personnel.

2025 Payroll: 45.4%
2026 Payroll: 43.3%

Vintage Church is a staff-led, elder-governed church. This means that while the staff handles the day-to-day operations and ministries with a high degree of autonomy, the Elders are the ultimate authority for approving all major financial decisions, budgets, governance, and other significant decisions. The Elders ensure that the church remains aligned with its mission and vision, providing guidance and accountability to the staff. Elders carry the mission, vision, and model of ministry to the people of Vintage Church. The Elder Team is comprised of individuals within the church who have a deep and healthy relationship with Jesus Christ, exemplify godly living above reproach, and display a commitment to spreading the love and Gospel of Jesus.

If you have any questions, we'd love to hear from you! Email us at office@vintagechurch.net