Vestry

The term vestry originated in Great Britain and referred to the room next to the nave of the church where the sacred vessels and vestments were kept. Those conducting parish business met in this room and came to be known as the vestry. The wardens and vestry members are elected by the congregation and work closely with the Rector in the administration of the parish on many different levels, including:

• Assisting the Rector in promoting the spiritual welfare of the congregation;
• Aiding the Rector in setting and accomplishing goals for the parish;
• Acting as agent and legal representative in matters concerning property;
• Maintaining buildings, grounds and furnishings;
• Overseeing the finances of the parish;
• Maintaining records, annual reports, budgets
• Recruiting, encouraging and guiding candidates for Holy Orders
• Serving as a “Council of Advice” for the Rector when requested
• Calling a Rector if there is a vacancy.

We are extremely grateful to the following parishioners, who are currently serving in these all-important positions:

Wardens: James Follett, Anne Testa

Vestry Members: Francine Gurtler, Mary Beth Johnston, Anne Kelly, Eileen O’Halloran, Ronald Ross and Brian Stempel

Parish Advisor: Bill Deickler

Treasurer: John Queirolo