What is a Vestry?
The Vestry is the governing body of an Episcopal Church, elected by the people of the Parish to lead the Parish. At St. Mark’s, our vestry is made up of nine Parish members. Vestry meetings include our officers: the Senior and Junior Wardens (similar to President and Vice President), Treasurer, and Registrar, and Rector, who presides at meetings. Vestry are elected at the Annual Parish Meeting held in April (near in time to the Feast of St Mark). Vestry serve three-year terms of office. Regular Vestry meetings are open to all. All parishioners are welcome to attend the meetings, which are held on the third Tuesday of the month beginning at 7:30 pm. Also, you are encouraged to speak with any of the Vestry members about your ideas for St. Mark’s.
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