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disturbance of patronage
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A quick definition of disturbance of patronage:
Disturbance of Patronage: When someone stops a person from choosing a person to work in a church, it is called disturbance of patronage. This is not right and is against the rules.
A more thorough explanation:
Definition: Disturbance of patronage refers to the wrongful obstruction of a patron from presenting a clerk to a benefice.
Example: A patron of a church has the right to present a qualified candidate for a position as a clerk or minister. However, if someone interferes with this right and prevents the patron from presenting their chosen candidate, it is considered a disturbance of patronage.
Explanation: This means that if someone prevents a patron from exercising their right to present a candidate for a position, they are committing a disturbance of patronage. For example, if a bishop interferes with a patron's right to present a candidate for a position, it would be considered a disturbance of patronage.