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LEGAL EXCELLENCE FOR PASTORS & CHURCHES ACROSS THE NATION

Protect Your Church
A Legal System Rooted in Biblical Principles— for Pastors Who Want to Lead Without Fear.

Have a Legally Secure Church. Protect Your Calling. Strengthen Your Ministry.

 As a pastor, you are called to shepherd your people, not battle legal issues. But without the right legal protections, your ministry, church, and even personal finances could be at risk. That’s why we created The STRONGChurch Method—a complete legal and administrative framework designed to fortify your church, protect your leadership, and give you peace of mind.

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Is Your Church Legally Protected?

Starting or Have an Established Church?

You need to file the right paperwork, but one mistake can cost you everything. Get legal guidance from an expert who specializes in church law.

Have Legal Questions?

Our proven system gives you the exact steps to legally protect your church—without the guesswork.

Overworked & Under-Resourced?

You need a roadmap to protect your church, finances, and legacy. We’ve done all the work for you with a complete, ready-to-use church legal system.

Let us help you!

The STRONGChurch Method: Your Church's Complete Legal Defense System

The STRONGChurch Method safeguards your ministry in the essential areas—PLUS equips you for long-term success.

  1. STRONG FOUNDATIONS – Protect your church from legal pitfalls.
  2. TRANSFORMING FINANCIAL FUTURES – Secure your salary, retirement & benefits.
  3. REDUCING LEGAL RISKS – Avoid lawsuits with the right legal documents. 
  4. ORDINATION & LICENSING – Strengthen your leadership team. 
  5. NURTURING TEAMS – Hire & manage staff the right way.  
  6. GUARDING CHILDREN – Child safety policies to protect your ministry.

OUR PRODUCTS:

You can purchase individual products to solve specific needs or invest in the full STRONGChurch system that ensures nothing is left unprotected.
STRONGChurch Foundations System 
The essential legal filings to start and protect your church
âś” 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status
âś” EIN registration
âś” Articles of Formation
âś” Bylaws & Conflict of Interest Policy
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Pastors' Financial Freedom Toolkit
Secure your financial future while maximizing tax benefits
âś” Housing allowance & tax strategies
âś” Social Security exemption guidance
âś” Intellectual property protection & retirement planning
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Big Power Documents
Avoid legal pitfalls with essential contracts
âś” Contractor & speaker agreements
âś” Liability waivers & facility use agreements
âś” Conflict resolution strategies
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Ordination & Licensing Toolkit
Empower your leaders with the credentials they need
âś” Ordination & licensing process
âś” Legal recognition & best practices
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The Complete HR Kit
Protect your staff, volunteers, and leadership
âś” Hiring best practices & employment law compliance
âś” Payroll & tax guidance
âś” Employee agreements & policies
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Volunteer Onboarding and Child Safety Program
Safeguard your church & protect the next generation
âś” Background check policies
âś” Child protection training
âś” Volunteer agreements & liability waivers
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Most pastors choose the full STRONGChurch Method because it gives them complete protection at a lower cost than hiring a lawyer.
The Complete STRONGChurch Method
Insures nothing is left unprotected.
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Find Your Legal Pain Point & Take Action

Whether your ministry is just starting or has been established for decades.

With over 20 years of experience serving America’s largest church, Regan has mastered the intricacies of ensuring proper legal setup across all aspects of church operations.

đź“Ś Do you need help with HR, taxes, retirement, or starting a church?
đź“Ś Are your legal foundations biblically aligned?
đź“Ś Is your church truly protected from legal risks?

With self-paced programs and done-for-you legal services, STRONGChurches provides everything you need to secure your ministry’s future. We do the legal work—so you can focus on your calling.

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PICK A STRONGChurch PROGRAM
LET US DO THE LEGAL WORK
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Legally Protect Your Church from Lawsuits and IRS Issues.

At STRONGChurches, we understand the divine calling of pastors to lead their congregations. Our mission is to provide comprehensive legal services that safeguard your church's foundation, allowing you to focus on your ministry.

Why Choose the STRONGChurch Method?

  • Biblically-Based Approach: Rooted in principles that align with Kingdom values.

  • Custom-Tailored for Churches: Unlike generic legal services, this method is built specifically for the needs of churches and pastors.

  • Proven Success: Trusted by some of the largest ministries in America.

  • Complete Protection: Addresses all legal aspects, from formation to daily operations.

  • Peace of Mind: Allows pastors to focus on ministry without legal concerns.

Trusted by Hundreds of Church Leaders

20+

Years of experience 

$100,000,000

In transactions

Over 200+

Churches protected

 
 
Join the Hundreds of Church Leaders Already Using STRONGChurches by contacting us at [email protected]

Pastor John Gray, Relentless Church

"I wouldn’t want to take on any project of significance without her wisdom, insight, advice, and experience."

Pastor Darren Sim, Director, Joseph Prince Ministries

"We love working with Regan as she carries a spirit of excellence in all that the Lord has entrusted her with—in her service, area of legal expertise, and wise counsel."

Jonathan and Amanda Ferguson, Revival Culture Church

"She pulls from the word of God. Everything she does is driven by a sense of purpose that's connected to her destiny … Also, she's just fun…So, on a scale of 1 to 10, 10 being the best, we would rate her 1,000…"

Israel Campbell, Senior Pastor Flourishing Church, Hermosa Beach & Gardena

“What would we have done without Regan? Launching a church can be overwhelming, especially in California.”

Apostle Guillermo Maldonado, King Jesus Ministry

"Regan has deep knowledge and strong experience in legal, HR, and business matters specifically in the church/ministry context..."

Pastors Daniel and Janelle Viareal, Grace Avenue Church

"Regan has been providing Grace Avenue Church with legal and business advice since its founding, from strong foundational documents and planning, to employment questions, to pastoral compensation issues, to intellectual property matters, and more."

Craig Johnson, Champions Foundation Founder

"Regan is an expert in her field and there is no one you would want more to have you start your organization and/or continue to help it grow."

Caleb Konneman, Founder, Church Alive

"Working with Regan was a very smooth process and very easy. And most importantly, I could move forward in confidence knowing that my family, my church, and my legacy were protected and built on a strong foundation."

Sandy R. Pineda, King Jesus Ministry

"Regan has deep knowledge and strong experience in legal, HR, and business matters specifically in the church/ministry context. Also, Regan has an exceptional eye for detail and organization, and the right professional demeanor to perform the oftentimes stressful work she does so well. Beyond that, however, what really sets her apart is that all her knowledge and experience are coupled with a genuine heart and respect for the church and those in ministry. That is an unbeatable combination!

Meet the Founder: Regan VanSteenis

Regan has an intense desire for churches to fulfill their God-given mission. As a Pastor's daughter, Regan learned early on the importance of wise counsel for Christian ministries – no matter their size.

For over 20 years, Regan served as Chief Legal Counsel for Joel Osteen Ministries and Lakewood Church, the largest church in America. Working alongside the top ministries in America, Regan has seen the growing need for churches to be protected.

She brings her unparalleled expertise to churches nationwide helping ministries secure their future, avoid costly legal mistakes, and build strong foundations.

"I BELIEVE THE LOCAL CHURCH IS THE GREATEST HOPE IN THE WORLD & I WANT TO STRENGTHEN AND EMPOWER THE BODY OF CHRIST"
Regan has worked on some of the most unique church transactions in the world including:

  • The purchase of an NBA arena

  • An industry-defining SiriusXM satellite radio channel

  • 10 New York Times best-selling books

​​​Now, Regan provides strategic business advice and legal counsel to churches and ministries all over America.

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Get Legal Guidance That Aligns with Your Mission

Leading a church is a calling—but navigating the legal side of ministry shouldn’t be a burden. That’s why Regan VanSteenis created the STRONGChurch Method—a proven system built from real-life experience working with the nation’s most successful churches.

Too often, pastors receive well-intended legal advice that doesn’t fully align with the unique needs of churches. The STRONGChurch Method was designed to bridge that gap—offering practical, biblically grounded legal solutions that pastors can confidently implement.

With this step-by-step course, you’ll gain the same strategies and legal protections trusted by top ministries—all in a format that’s accessible, easy to follow, and designed to set your church up for long-term success.

Let us help you build a strong legal foundation so you can focus on leading your church with confidence.

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We believe the church has never been more important in history than it is right now. That is why you cannot afford to get this wrong. 

The set-up, the right documents, contracts, policies, your succession plan – it’s all so crucial to all God has planned for you in the days ahead.

To Get Started:

Contact us to schedule a consultation and learn how we can assist in legally equipping your church for success.

From Vision to Reality: The Proven Path to Legally Starting Your Church or Ministry

Avoid costly mistakes and launch with confidence—get the exact steps to start your church the right way!

 

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