Legal Guidance for Churches & Ministries

Church of God members receive 20% off by clicking “see pricing” below.

Legal Guidance for Churches and Ministries

LCMS members receive 20% off by clicking “see pricing” below.

Partnering with Church of God State Offices Nationwide

Partnering with Church of God State Offices Nationwide

Partnering with Church of God State Offices Nationwide

Partnering with Church of God State Offices Nationwide

Partnering with Church of God State Offices Nationwide

What would it mean for your ministry to lose its freedom to operate according to its faith?

We believe churches and ministries are essential in illuminating truth and eternal hope in our society. This light—the Gospel—is one that culture and many of our laws seek to dim.

That’s why Alliance Defending Freedom established the Church & Ministry Alliance.  

We exist to safeguard your religious freedom from cultural pressures and an overreaching government. We want to equip your ministry with legal support and education so you can freely pursue your calling.

Our team is comprised of Christian attorneys and advocates who share your commitment to and excitement for the Gospel. By joining the ADF Church & Ministry Alliance, you can confidently know that your ministry stands on a firm legal foundation.

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What Church of God Leaders Are Saying

Pastoring a Church in the 21st Century presents great challenges that no previous generation has ever experienced before. As the Church grows, so does the reality of someone trying to attack the Church from a legal standpoint. This is why we are very excited about our on going partnership with ADF! This relationship gives me great confidence - knowing that there is someone on our side and looking out for our best interest! The world is ever changing and our best offense in reaching lost people is a really good defense!

JC Worley
Lead Pastor, GO Church

Pastoring a Church in the 21st Century presents great challenges that no previous generation has ever experienced before. As the Church grows, so does the reality of someone trying to attack the Church from a legal standpoint. This is why we are very excited about our on going partnership with ADF! This relationship gives me great confidence - knowing that there is someone on our side and looking out for our best interest! The world is ever changing and our best offense in reaching lost people is a really good defense!

JC Worley
Lead Pastor, GO Church

Pastoring a Church in the 21st Century presents great challenges that no previous generation has ever experienced before. As the Church grows, so does the reality of someone trying to attack the Church from a legal standpoint. This is why we are very excited about our on going partnership with ADF! This relationship gives me great confidence - knowing that there is someone on our side and looking out for our best interest! The world is ever changing and our best offense in reaching lost people is a really good defense!

JC Worley
Lead Pastor, GO Church

Pastoring a Church in the 21st Century presents great challenges that no previous generation has ever experienced before. As the Church grows, so does the reality of someone trying to attack the Church from a legal standpoint. This is why we are very excited about our on going partnership with ADF! This relationship gives me great confidence - knowing that there is someone on our side and looking out for our best interest! The world is ever changing and our best offense in reaching lost people is a really good defense!

JC Worley
Lead Pastor, GO Church

Pastoring a Church in the 21st Century presents great challenges that no previous generation has ever experienced before. As the Church grows, so does the reality of someone trying to attack the Church from a legal standpoint. This is why we are very excited about our on going partnership with ADF! This relationship gives me great confidence - knowing that there is someone on our side and looking out for our best interest! The world is ever changing and our best offense in reaching lost people is a really good defense!

JC Worley
Lead Pastor, GO Church

Benefits of ADF Church & Ministry Alliance Membership

Legal Support

ADF attorneys can provide a review of your governing documents, help you understand the significance of the language used to describe your ministry, and provide sample statements for job descriptions, facility use policies, and other critical employment documents.

Resources & Education

Quarterly webinars with ADF attorneys and guests, legals guides, ministry-specific legal resources, on-demand videos of ADF attorneys answering commonly asked questions, and Christian worldview resources.

News & Insights

A monthly newsletter, breaking news emails, and Facebook updates to keep you informed of the legal, legislative, and cultural landscape.

Community Building

Attend in-person events to meet with like-minded leaders passionate about shaping culture, access our community website meant to connect you with other members and engage in meaningful discussion, and an opportunity to attend our annual Ministry Leader’s Summit.

Constituent Support

Connect congregants and community to ADF training and job opportunities, provide your members with legal and worldview resources, and gain access to our pre-recorded or live media training to prepare for media opportunities.

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An Affordable Membership for Ministries of All Sizes

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Start building a solid legal foundation for your church by joining the ADF Church & Ministry Alliance.

COG members receive 20% off membership by using promo code COGchurch20.

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Churches

average weekly attendance

annual Cost

Up to 150

$250

151 - 500

$500

501 - 1,000

$1,000

1,001 - 2,000

$2,000

2,000+

$4,000

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Christian Schools

Annual Revenue

annual Cost

Up to $500k

$500

Over $500k up to $1M

$1,000

Over $1M up to $3M

$2,000

Over $3M up to $5M

$3,000

Over $5M up to $7M

$4,000

Over $7M up to $10M

$6,000

Over $10M up to $15M

$8,000

Over $15M up to $20M

$10,000

Over $20M

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COG members receive 20% off membership by using promo code COGministry20.

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Christian Camps

Annual Revenue

annual Cost

Up to $500k

$500

Over $500k up to $1M

$1,000

Over $1M up to $3M

$2,000

Over $3M up to $5M

$3,000

Over $5M up to $7M

$4,000

Over $7M up to $10M

$6,000

Over $10M up to $15M

$8,000

Over $15M up to $20M

$10,000

Over $20M

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Start building a solid legal foundation for your ministry by joining the ADF Church & Ministry Alliance.

COG members receive 20% off membership by using promo code COGministry20.

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Rescue Missions

Annual Revenue

annual Cost

Up to $500k

$500

Over $500k up to $1M

$1,000

Over $1M up to $3M

$2,000

Over $3M up to $5M

$3,000

Over $5M up to $7M

$4,000

Over $7M up to $10M

$6,000

Over $10M up to $15M

$8,000

Over $15M up to $20M

$10,000

Over $20M

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Start building a solid legal foundation for your ministry by joining the ADF Church & Ministry Alliance.

COG members receive 20% off membership by using promo code COGministry20.

Pricing for

Pregnancy Centers

Annual Revenue

annual Cost

Up to $500K

$500

Over $500k up to $1M

$1,000

Over $1M up to $3M

$2,000

Over $3M up to $5M

$3,000

Over $5M up to $7M

$4,000

Over $5M up to $7M

$6,000

Over $10M up to $15M

$8,000

Over $15M up to $20M

$10,000

Over $20M

Join Now

Start building a solid legal foundation for your ministry by joining the ADF Church & Ministry Alliance.

COG members receive 20% off membership by using promo code COGministry20.

Pricing for

Higher Education

Annual Revenue

annual Cost

Up to $5M

$3,000

Over $5M up to $10M

$6,000

Over $10M up to $15M

$8,000

Over $15M up to $20M

$10,000

Over $20M

Join Now

Start building a solid legal foundation for your ministry by joining the ADF Church & Ministry Alliance.

COG members receive 20% off membership by using promo code COGministry20.

Pricing for

Christian Ministries

Annual Revenue

annual Cost

Up to $500k

$500

Over $500k up to $1M

$1,000

Over $1M up to $3M

$2,000

Over $3M up to $5M

$3,000

Over $5M up to $7M

$4,000

Over $7M up to $10M

$6,000

Over $10M up to $15M

$8,000

Over $15M up to $20M

$10,000

Over $20M

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4,200+

Members

Part of the ADF Church & Ministry Alliance
1,572

Legal matters

ADF attorneys reviewed or assisted CMA members in 2023
15

Supreme Court Wins

ADF has served as legal counsel or co-counsel
90%

Win Rate

Nearly 90% win rate over the last 10 years

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