Contents of the Church

The Churchwardens are owners of the contents of the church, for instance, the furniture, books, silver etc. It is the PCC’s duty to preserve them and to insure them.

Prevention of theft is now a major problem for all churches.  Again, this is the responsibility of the PCC.  Extensive (and expensive) security measures are now possible.  Clear procedures relating to locking and unlocking the church are important.  Encouraging the use of the building is probably the best form of security.

It is a good idea to photograph particular items, including clear indication of measurements, so that they can be identified if stolen.  They can also be marked with a security microdot.

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• Churchwarden's Qualifications
• Disqualifications
• Length of Service and Election
• Meeting of Parishioners
• Minister's Veto
• Admission
• Vacation of Office
• Parochial Church Council
• Members and Officers of the Parochial Church Council
• General Provision relating to Parochial Church Councils
• Church Electoral Roll
• Annual Parochial Church meeting
• Functions of the PCC
• Land and other property
• Church and Churchyard
• Contents of the Church
• Insurance
• Food and Drink
• Employees
• Church Records
• Terrier, Inventory and Log Book
• Inspection and Reporting
• What to do before your Parish Priest leaves
• How the new Parish Priest is chosen
• Suspension of Presentation
• Running the Church during the vacancy
• Sources

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