Originally Posted by MattLarson

In these tough budget times, I am at a loss as to why certain religious activities which bring in millions of dollars are exempt from the tax collector.

Now, I understand why a small church might need tax-exempt status to survive. But these shopping-mall sized churches that are popping up would seem to indicate that there are quite a few congregations that are flush with cash. Seems a bit unfair that they don't have to contribute to the tax rolls to me.

Matt