2 year rule

by Nikki P
(Michigan)

My husband and I went into ministry 6 years ago. When I filed our taxes with H&R Block, I inquired about why we were paying self-employment taxes.

I was rudely told by the manager that "pastors have to pay taxes too." So, not having an accounting degree or something, I figured this was just an error made by the government.

Are there exemptions made for the 2 year rule? We truly believe that this is really not good stewardship of the money God has given to us. Also, a number of religious/political reasons. Thank you!