Our Vestry

The Vestry is the elected body of baptized laypersons who assist in the ongoing leadership and decision-making processes of St. Anne’s. There are twelve members elected to three-year terms, plus a treasurer and clerk. In some instances the senior warden may serve a fourth year.

Responsibilities

• Prayer & Presence. While our Rector serves as the primary spiritual leader of our congregation, the ministry of the Church belongs to all baptized members. Our Vestry members are expected to pray daily for the members and ministry of St. Anne’s, give consistently to the needs of the church, and be present in the life of our congregation.
• Vision & Mission. Along with the Rector, the members of our Vestry are the vision casters for our congregation. Listening for guidance from the Holy Spirit and the members of St. Anne’s, the Vestry continually discerns our way forward in Christ. This can take the form of big-picture long-range planning as well as the simple month-to-month decisions made at Vestry meetings.
• Oversight & Empowerment. The Vestry has ultimate oversight of the business and financial affairs of the parish. Additionally, each Vestry member serves as a liaison to a ministry area within the church. Vestry members work with the lay leaders in these areas to ensure good communication between our many ministries and to empower our members to serve faithfully and effectively.