The sources say a formal split between liberals and conservatives in the Church over homosexuality is likely to result in a protracted dispute over the ownership of parish funds, manses and other property.
A group of evangelical Christians campaigning against the ordination of gay ministers will attempt to hold onto a share of £2 billion of assets if they eventually leave the Church of Scotland, according to senior Kirk insiders.
The sources say a formal split between liberals and conservatives in the Church over homosexuality is likely to result in a protracted dispute over the ownership of parish funds, manses and other property.