Emmanuel Churches of Christ, et al vs. Frances Foster, et al

Case Number
M2000-00812-COA-R3-CV
This is a dispute between a separating local church and the national organization over the church property in Smithville. The dispute involves the interpretation of two deeds, one in 1940 and another in 1943. The Chancery Court of DeKalb County held that the majority of the property belonged to the local congregation. Against the national church's arguments that the chancellor's order violated the separation of church and state and was contrary to the law and the facts, we affirm.
Authoring Judge
Judge Ben H. Cantrell
Originating Judge
John A. Turnbull
Case Name
Emmanuel Churches of Christ, et al vs. Frances Foster, et al
Date Filed
Dissent or Concur
No
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