I'm in the same boat as Lloyd. My church doesn't withhold any funds, nor is there any S.S. offset in my call letter/support package. I was not aware that it is common practice for churches to help pastors cover their self employment tax. I calculate it on my own and pay it on my own. There was no discussion about this during my seminary education or during the call process.
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I'm in the same boat as Lloyd. My church doesn't withhold any funds, nor is there any S.S. offset in my call letter/support package. I was not aware that it is common practice for churches to help pastors cover their self employment tax. I calculate it on my own and pay it on my own. There was no discussion about this during my seminary education or during the call process.