Churchwardens' Manual their duties, powers, rights, and privilages

Churchwardens' Manual by George Henry Sumner is a comprehensive handbook from the 1800's. It acts as a guide for Churchwardens, explaining their roles, authorities, and obligations in the Church of England. Sumner goes over what it takes to be a Churchwarden and how they have changed over time, including the important steps for getting elected and what declarations need to be made. The book goes into detail about keeping up church buildings, managing money, and how to handle church events and relationships with the community. This manual points out how important it is for Churchwardens and clergy to work together, showing how knowledgeable and committed Churchwardens can greatly impact their local churches by managing changes, protecting church values, and ensuring the church's place in the community for years to come.