Thursday, the final day, at the RCRI Annual Conference was another full day of discussion and learning for our team. Michael Airdo, Stephen Patterson, and James Jansen presented two workshops designed to help attendees equip themselves with practical strategies for managing complex legal and operational challenges. Both sessions aim to emphasized the balance between legal and a faith-filled mission.
In the morning, our Legal Foundations and Management of Religious Commissaries presentation dove into the key responsibilities of commissaries, including managing assets, meeting fiduciary duties, and understanding the civil legal implications of their role. We also highlighted the importance of accountability and safeguarding charitable resources to ensure long-term stability. In the afternoon, the presentation on Legal Insights for Effective Trust and HR Administration focused on offering practical guidance on overseeing charitable trusts and building strong HR practices. from honoring donor intent to creating effective employee policies in faith-based settings. The session emphasized how thoughtful administration can strengthen both organizational integrity and mission fidelity.
Our goal for these conversations was to highlight the importance of strong governance and practical tools that help religious institutes remain faithful to their mission while navigating today’s complex legal environment.
A special thank you to Sabrina Hildago for leading yet another outstanding conference experience for us and all of the attendees!