Parochial Church Councils (PCCs)

Parochial Church Councils (PCCs) are responsible for supporting the local clergy in the running and management of their benefice or parish.  Their primary function is stated as 'promoting in the parish the whole mission of the Church'.  This short sentence actually covers a significant and varied workload encompassing all aspects of parish life, finances and governance.

Further information on specific issues is available from the relevant department pages on this site, or visit the Resources for Parish Officers page.

Other useful websites can be accessed here for guidance on insurance, parish buying, charity law, etc.

Parish Buying

Parish Resources

Church of England - PCC Information

Church of England - Fees

Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme

Ecclesiastical Insurance

Data Developments

Church Care

Government Legislation

Giving in Grace

Church House Publishing

Clergy Pensions Board

Your Church Wedding

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