God's plan for the church is to equip the body of believers with "all the parts" necessary to share the gospel and build His eternal kingdom.  As a layperson, your part may be to help manage the financial affairs of your local congregation, including the compensation packages for your pastors.

That's a tall order isn't it?  Need some help in understanding how best to provide for your pastors and their families?  Check out these resources:

Compensation Planning
www.cogpension.org/pdf/comp_planning.pdf
www.cogpension.org/pdf/compensation_guidelines.pdf
www.crown.org/library/viewarticle.aspx?articleId=575

Benefits and ministry expenses
www.christianitytoday.com/yc/1998/janfeb/8y1096.html
www.ssfoundation.net/business%20expenses.htm

Health and other  insurance
www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2008/august/1.14.html
www.crown.org/library/default.aspx?catId=87

Legal and tax issues
www.churchlawtoday.com/newminlesson.php?144
www.newminister.com