Get Connected - Vestry

The Vestry, together with the Rector, defines, enables and supports the mission and ministries of Saint Stephen's. Vestry members lend support to various parish programs and functions and help support and make possible the many lay ministries of Saint Stephen's. They are also responsible for the financial stability of the parish.

Skills Needed: Must be baptized, confirmed, 18 years of age, actively involved in parish.

Commitment:

• 3-year elected term
• Participate regularly in worship
• Participate in Christian Education
• Be present at each regularly scheduled Vestry meeting
• Serve or be willing to serve on at least one parish committee

Training Required: As requested by Rector, usually during Annual Retreat
Financial Commitment: Vestry members are asked to set an example and tithe, or be working toward a tithe by pledging annually.
How Many People Involved Now: 9
Need for More People: 3 members are elected each year at the Annual Meeting.
Learn More: Francis Savage, Senior Warden - Click here to email!

2008 Vestry Members:

• Francis Savage - Senior Warden
• Michael Iles - Junior Warden
• Rita Anderson
• Fred Britton
• Charlotte Carter
• Eleanor Edwards
• Muriel K. Jackson
• Todd Mackenzie
• Sharon Sandle

"This ministry gives us an opportunity to try to represent all members
of our parish family and move the parish forward in our mission
and ministry as a caring Christian community."
          - Bob Reed, Immediate Past Senior Warden