List of leaflets

These pages contain the text of a number of leaflets about the process of clergy appointments.

The text is provided on a web page. It can also be downloaded as a PDF file which is inteded to be printed back to back (short-edge binding) such that when folded it forms an A5 sized leaflet. Copies (on plain paper) can also be ordered through the store or by contacting the Church Society office.

Title & link to text	PDF	Order from store
An Overview (and explanation of some of the jargon of appointments)	(123kb)
Biblical Principles of Leadership	(124kb)
Suspensions (of a benefice and of the patron's rights of presentation.)	(113kb)
Appointing an Incumbent under Sole Patronage	(125kb)
Appointing an Incumbent under Joint Patronage	(128kb)
Appointing a Priest-in-Charge	Not yet available
Conducting Interviews	Not yet available
Resolutions A & B - what are they	Not yet available	Until available see Issues pages
Women as Presbyters?	Not yet available	Until available see Issues pages
Why Patronage?	Not yet available	Until available see Issues pages

Please note that by 2011 or 2012 new legislation will be in place concerning Clergy Terms of Service. The procedures associated with this legislation will have some impact on the process of appointments although the underlying legislation governing clergy appointments will remain in place. The leaflets will be changed to reflect the new legislation as it comes into force.