This is the Act of Synod that governs how parishes can operate including areas such as the Annual General Meeting, pastoral and electoral rolls, eligibility for parish council, parish council structure and finance matters. This Act should be read in conjunction with the Parish Administration Handbook.
This document explores some of the practices which will encourage our growth in faith, as well as ways by which we might deal with the challenges of being part of a Christian community.
A practical guide to administrative matters in parishes. This handbook should be read in conjunction with the latest version of the Parish Administration Act.
The Parish Administration Act 2010 (as amended) stipulates that certain financial records be retained, certain accounts be presented to the Parish, and that they be audited by an appropriate person. This policy explains what is required.
Please also click here for the User Guide that accompanies the policy.