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Can clergy deduct trips when they have to participate or attend ceremonies? Say they are asked to say a prayer or read scripture.

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June 5, 2019
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I am newly ordained and not sure what all the rules are. I took a trip to DC as I was asked to participate in a Christmas concert reading scripture. This was as a volunteer but I could see taking similar trips and officiating at ceremonies such as a wedding and getting remunerated.

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Best answer by DianeW777

Yes, if you travel to a different location to perform services the expense of those trips are deductible against either self employment income or as job related expenses as a common law employee of a church. All income received for these services is considered self employment income.

You can use these links to become more familiar with clergy income and expenses.

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DianeW777Answer

Yes, if you travel to a different location to perform services the expense of those trips are deductible against either self employment income or as job related expenses as a common law employee of a church. All income received for these services is considered self employment income.

You can use these links to become more familiar with clergy income and expenses.

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eymcl8170

How about when the pastor attending the wedding reception only as a guest but didn't have to perform any services, can he claim mileage reimbursement from his church?

How about if he said a prayer at the wedding reception, can he claim the mileage then?