Responsibilities of the Vice President: Writing Congregational Bylaws

Sample Provisions

Example 1: The Vice President shall act in the absence of or at the request of the President, at which time she/he shall have all powers and functions applicable to the President. In addition, the Vice President shall perform such functions and duties as may be specified by the Board.

Example 2: Vice President: Presides at meetings of the church membership and Board in the absence of the President; coordinates the working committees designated by the Board; serves as parliamentarian; and performs such other functions as assigned by the Board.

Example 3: The Vice President shall assume the duties of the President in the absence of the President, and be Moderator at all Congregational Meetings.