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First published in 1921, this handbook has sold well over a million copies and has become the standard guide for churchwardens and members of PCCs. It is indispensable for all who wish to tread a clear path through the sometimes complex legislation and know the rules and extent of their responsibility as elected Church officers. This new edition has been fully revised to take into account several new developments, including * Changes in ecclesiastical law including: - the revision of the Pastoral Measure 1983 - the Dioceses' Pastoral and Mission Measure 2008, the new power to make Bishop's Mission Orders - the introduction of Clergy Terms of Service * The Legal Advisory Commission's recommendations on PCCs powers and duties * health and safety issues Flow charts and checklists add to the usefulness of this volume, as do photocopiable legal forms and notices for practical use in parishes. Received a mention in The Church Times Top 10 Religious Books section.
A new revised edition of the authoritative handbook for both newly elected and existing churchwardens.
This handbook has remained in print ever since its first printing in 1921. This revised edition includes updates on the Church Representation Rules, the Churchwardens and Lay Officers Measure, and the requirements for the verification of accounts. MacMorran and Briden have included flow charts and checklists to explain the most difficult points, and legal forms and notices (which may be photocopied). This work of reference will continue to be an indispensable guide for churchwardens, members of parochial church councils, and clergy who wish to tread a clear path through the complexities of modern legislation.
An essential handbook for churchwardens, PCC's and all with responsibility during this crucial time in the life of a church. This comprehensive guide offers practical advice on preparing for an interregnum, arranging for continuing worship and pastoral care, keeping church administration going, meeting legal responsibilities, finding a new priest and laying a good foundation for future ministry between priest and people.
A practical, jargon free guide to key aspects of canon and public law for clergy, readers, churchwardens, PCC members and diocesan officers, covering common situations that affect every church. Now updated to include Common Tenure, the Marriage Act and government changes in vetting those who work with children and vulnerable adults.
Developing Faithful Ministers aims to support the work of all those involved in supervision and training relationships within the Church. The Church recognising its call to serve God and the nation seeks to equip and develop its ministers to face the challenge of ministry in a society at the threshold of Christendom that is in a mission context. It is a context where both the general public and the institutional church have significant expectations of those in ministry. Indeed, there is now an expectation of ‘demonstrable capability’ prior to being licensed to any form of permanent tenure. The demand for more professional, demonstrably capable, mission able and collaborative licensed ministers places particular weight on the efficacy of the initial training relationship. "Developing Faithful Ministers" seeks to support those who find themselves in these relationships by offering both models of good practice and sustained theological reflection on what these drivers mean for developing ministry.
Legal Opinions Concerning the Church of England contains the views of the Legal Advisory Commission of the General Synod, which gives legal advice to the General Synod, the Church Commissioners, diocesan registrars, chancellors, and other clerical and lay officers such as archdeacons and diocesan secretaries. It does not constitute a comprehensive volume on ecclesiastical law but is the jointly expressed views of the Commission on a wide range of legal matters of interest to the Church. This eighth edition contains many previously unpublished Opinions as well as a comprehensive updating and revision of the contents of previous editions. It is an indispensible reference work for all practitioners and students of ecclesiastical law. New or significantly revised Opinions include: The clergy and confidentiality Appointment of non-stipendiary ministers as incumbents Consecration of sites for 'green' burials Ownership of tombstones and monuments in churchyards Disturbances during services in cathedrals The right of a parishioner to be married in the parish church The legal responsibilities of PCC members