Officer of the Church Corporation
By Richard R. Hammar, J.D., LL.M., CPA
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A minister has no inherent right to be the president of the church corporation. The office of president is one that is filled according to the charter and bylaws of the church. Although the minister is customarily named president of the corporation, this is not a legal requirement.
For related information on this topic see the following articles:General Scope of a Minister's Authority
Clergy Authority in Property Matters
Performance of Marriage Ceremonies
Visiting Privileges at Penal Institutions