Head OfficeHO, Volta Region
P.O.Box HP 18, Ho-Volta Region
+233 (0) 36 202 6755 | P.O.Box HP 18, Ho-Volta Region
Accra Office E.P.Church Guest House, Kuku Hill
P.O. Box OS 01707, Osu-Accra
+233 (0) 36 202 6755 | P.O. Box OS 01707, Osu-Accra
Overview

The Board of Trustees serves as the legal and fiduciary anchor of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Ghana β€” entrusted with the stewardship, protection, and strategic management of all Church properties and assets.

Established under Article 16 of the Church's Constitution, this governing body ensures that all property-related decisions align with the spiritual, legal, and ethical standards of the Church.

Corporate Entity Perpetual Succession Common Seal Authority

Board Composition
3
Standing Committee Members The Moderator, The Clerk, and The Presbyter Executive
2
Elected Distinguished Members One seasoned lawyer (20+ years practice) who must have substantive property ownership in Ghana

Legal Mandate & Authority
🏠 Property Management Hold, manage, acquire, defend, and dispose of all Church properties with full legal authority.
βš–οΈ Legal Proceedings Initiate and respond to legal proceedings in the Church's name with complete judicial standing.
πŸ“‹ Contract Authority Enter into approved contracts and transactions on behalf of the Church with binding legal effect.
πŸ” Title Authentication Validate all acquisitions through designated Trustee signatures and official Church seal.

Property Oversight Framework
πŸ“ Document Preservation Title documents securely preserved at Head Office registry with systematic cataloging.
πŸ“Š Property Register Dedicated register tracking all Church properties across congregations and districts.
πŸ›‘οΈ Asset Defense Legal empowerment to defend Church assets through judicial and administrative channels.

Tenure & Eligibility Criteria
  • Standing Committee Members: Serve as Trustees during their official tenure in leadership positions
  • Elected Non-Standing Committee Members: Serve for life unless disqualified by specific circumstances
  • Disqualification Triggers: Resignation, incapacitation, death, or misconduct as outlined by Church and legal standards
  • Legal Requirement: One elected member must be a seasoned lawyer with minimum 20 years practice
  • Property Ownership: Elected members must demonstrate substantive property ownership in Ghana

Governance & Accountability Structure
  • Annual Stewardship Reports Trustees submit comprehensive annual reports to the General Assembly via the Executive Council, ensuring complete transparency in property management and financial stewardship.
  • Ex-Officio Participation All Trustees serve as ex-officio participants in the Church's highest decision-making bodies, providing continuity and institutional memory in governance processes.
  • Oath & Registration Upon assumption of office, Trustees take a solemn oath of stewardship and are registered with relevant statutory authorities to ensure legal compliance and recognition.
  • Strategic Oversight Continuous monitoring and strategic guidance for all property-related decisions, ensuring alignment with Church mission and legal requirements.

Constitutional Foundation
Legal Basis: Article 16 β€” EPCG Constitution

The Board of Trustees operates under the full authority of the Church's Constitution, serving as the constitutional guardians of all Church assets. This foundational document establishes their fiduciary responsibilities and provides the legal framework for effective property stewardship in service of the Church's spiritual mission and community outreach programs.