The Church and Employment Law: A Comparative Analysis of The Legal Status of Clergy and Religious Workers
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| Management number | 201828990 | Release Date | 2025/10/08 | List Price | $73.73 | Model Number | 201828990 | ||
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This book examines the current law on the employment status of ministers of religion, religious workers, and volunteers and suggests reforms to provide employment protection. It also considers the theme of the clergy not being subject to ordinary courts and evaluates the case law on the employment status of Christian and non-Christian clergy. The book discusses the issue of ministerial employment status in the context of the autonomy of churches and other religious bodies from the State and their ecclesiology.
Format: Hardback
Length: 300 pages
Publication date: 16 December 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
This comprehensive book delves into the intricate legal landscape surrounding the employment status of ministers of religion, along with religious workers and volunteers. It proposes reforms to address the growing need for these individuals to receive employment protection. Furthermore, it explores the historical notion that the clergy should be exempt from ordinary courts, considering the evolving nature of employment law. The work raises crucial questions about defining the role of ministers and determining their potential employers in the context of employment contracts. By adopting a comparative perspective, the book assesses the case law on the employment status of Christian and non-Christian clergy, seeking to identify any coherent themes or developments. Additionally, it examines the issue of ministerial employment status in the context of the autonomy of churches and other religious bodies from the State, as well as their ecclesiology. This book appeals to a wide range of academics, researchers, legal practitioners, and human resources professionals interested in law, religion, employment law, and religious studies. Its insights and analysis will contribute to advancing our understanding of these complex issues and shaping the future of this field.
Weight: 740g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367553173
Stovetop Kettles
Law
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