Electoral Roll

All churches in the Church of England have an Electoral Roll, which is the church’s register of electors. Joining the Church Electoral Roll means that you can vote on Church matters, attend the Annual Parochial Church Meeting (APCM) and stand for election to the PCC.

Joining the Electoral Roll is optional. You can still be a full and active member of Christ Church without being on it.
Being on the Electoral Roll does not entail signing up to any additional commitments, however, it does help the Church show its strength. Representation on the governing bodies of the church depends on the number on the Electoral Roll.

Joining the Roll is compulsory if you wish to: Stand for election to the PCC or other synodical council (such as the Deanery, Diocesan or General Synod); attend the Annual Parochial Church Meeting (APCM) and participate in votes.

The Electoral Roll is fully renewed every 6 years – and 2025 is such a year! Everyone who is already on the Electoral Roll needs to re-apply to join the new Electoral Roll – membership does not automatically roll over this year. New applicants are always welcome.

All applications need to be received by Thursday 8th May in time for this year’s APCM on 25th May. The new Roll with just the names will be published at the back of church (names only) between 9th and 25th May.