Who holds title to and manages all real estate owned by the local congregation?

• A. District Overseer
• B. Local Board Of Trustees
• C. State Overseer
• D. Church Treasurer

Answer: (B)

The question tests who is the official steward and legal owner of the congregation’s property. In local church governance, real estate and other holdings are held in trust by a specific fiduciary body that has the authority to sign deeds, mortgages, and leases, and to oversee maintenance and use in line with church purposes. That body is the local board of trustees. They act on behalf of the congregation, keeping property records, ensuring legal and financial compliance, and making sure the property serves the church’s mission.

The other roles have different responsibilities. The district or state overseer administers broader regional oversight rather than local property ownership. The church treasurer handles financial matters, such as giving and budgeting, but does not hold title to the property. So, the local board of trustees is the group designated to hold title to and manage all real estate owned by the local congregation.