A Trustee in a church is usually a member of the church’s board of trustees. Trustees are responsible for handling most of the financial aspects of operating the church. They receive and count money and work with the treasurer, who deposits the money. Trustees also are responsible for all church property and must be present to sign legal documents regarding church property, such as mortgage or rental documents. Trustees are also required to attend church regularly and give tithes and offerings on a regular basis.

Trustees are leaders in the church who are responsible for many different things. The decisions trustees make must generally be approved by the entire Board of Trustees. This board is comprised of a group of several elected trustees and is designed to help the church make wise decisions by taking votes on most finanical issues. Trustees may also be responsible for other aspects of the church’s property, such as repairs and renovations. Trustees typically are responsible for hiring contractors to complete such projects. Any issue that arises regarding the church building and property is discussed and resolved through the Board of Trustees.