WELCOME
to
ST. JAMES
EPISCOPAL CHURCH
A Guide to St.
James
Nourished by
Word and Sacrament, we are sent out to do the work God has given us to do, to
love and serve God as faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord.
St. James
Mission
St.
James Episcopal Church is a dynamic and vibrant community that has
experienced great growth in the last few years and continues to welcome new
people each week. We invite you to
explore St. James and to join us as "faithful witnesses" to the work
of Christ in our lives and in the lives of others.
Getting
started always begins with that first step.
This brochure describes some examples of all our parish has to offer and
how you can participate.
We
are...St. James Episcopal Church,
A community of 1,430 baptized members.
We
belong...to the Diocese of Virginia,
A community of 90,000 baptized members
and 450 clergy in 38 counties of central, northern and northwestern Virginia,
serving the world through 194 congregations, six schools, two diocesan retreat
centers, and six diocesan homes, and home to the largest Anglican seminary in
the worldVirginia Theological Seminary in Alexandria.
Which belongs to...The Episcopal Church,
USA,
A community of
2.5 million members in 113 dioceses in the Americas and abroad. The Episcopal Church, USA was organized in
1789.
Which belongs to...the Anglican
Communion,
A global
community of 73 million Anglicans in 38 member provinces.
General Contact Information
14
Cornwall Street NW,Leesburg,
Virginia 20176
Phone:
703-777-1124
Fax:
703-777-1129
email: info@stjamesleesburg.org
www.stjamesleesburg.org
For
pastoral emergencies, call the Church Office and select option 3 to leave
a message to be immediately forwarded to the clergy on call.
No matter who
you are, or where you are in your spiritual journey, you are welcome at St.
James.
Please know that
all baptized persons regardless of age or denomination are welcomed and
encouraged to receive the Sacrament of Holy Communion.
We conduct a Wednesday
Noon Holy Eucharist service (12:00-12:30), Morning Prayer on Fridays at
8:30 a.m., and three services each Sunday, each with its own identity:
7:45 a.m. Holy
Eucharist, Rite I
Our early
morning service uses the more traditional language of our Book of Common Prayer
and usually does not have music.
9:00 a.m. Holy
Eucharist, Rite II
While children
are welcome at all services, this service is particularly suited to children
and their parents. It offers a lively service incorporating blended music of
traditional hymns with more contemporary music and songs, as well as Childrens
Chapel during the adult sermon, so that children may worship with
age-appropriate messages, songs, and prayers.
11:15 a.m. Holy
Eucharist, Rite I or II
With Childrens
Chapel and Healing Service
A traditional
liturgy is enhanced with classical hymns and music led by an adult parish choir
and musicians from the Shenandoah University Music program. The service varies
between Rite I and Rite II, depending on season, and also offers Childrens
Chapel during the adult sermon, as well as prayers for healing during Holy
Eucharist.
Professionally-staffed
child care is available at all services. Christian Education for all ages
(pre-K, 1-5th grade Sunday School, middle school forum, high school forum, and
two adult forums) takes place each Sunday from 10:10 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the
School Board Administrative Building, next door at the corner of Wirt and North
Streets, NW. Plenty of parking is also
available at the School Board Administration Building.
The Reverend John. R. Ohmer
The
Rev. John Ohmer is in his twelfth year of ordained ministry, having been called
to St. James as Rector in February of 1999. He graduated from Wabash College,
earning an A.B. in Philosophy (minor in English) in 1984. He moved to Capitol
Hill in 1985 where he worked for a United States Senator for four years and one
year as a lobbyist on immigration issues for an affiliate of the American Bar
Association, before moving back to his home state of Indiana to work as a press
secretary and speech writer for the Indiana Secretary of State while going
through the exploration process for ordained ministry in the Episcopal Church.
He
entered Virginia Theological Seminary in Alexandria, Virginia, and was awarded
a Masters of Divinity degree in 1993. Upon graduation from seminary, John
served for 4 years as the Assistant to the Rector at St. Marys Episcopal
Church in Arlington, Virginia. He has served on the Board of Directors of
Samaritan Ministry for the Homeless in Washington D.C., on the Diocesan
Commission on Ministry, and most recently was appointed by the Bishop of
Virginia to serve as an issues writer for the Dioceses publication Center
Aisle, a publication dedicated to balanced coverage of controversial issues
facing the church.
He
and his wife Mary have three children: Graham, William, and Elizabeth. John is
a runner who has completed five marathons, and still
goes back home again to Indiana nearly every year to complete the
Indianapolis half marathon.
Father Johns email is
john@stjamesleesburg.org
Our Assistant to the Rector For Adult Ministires
The Reverend Kate Bryant
The
Rev. Kate Bryant is the newest member of the St. James staff, having received
her Master of Divinity degree from Yale Divinity School in May 2006 where she
also received her Diploma in Anglican Studies from Berkeley Divinity School at
Yale. Kate was recognized for her
outstanding contributions to worship life at Berkeley with the St. Lukes
Award. She also served on the Berkeley
Board of Trustees, elected as Student Representative for her class. Kate is a Priest Associate of the Society of
St. Margaret, an Episcopal religious community of women.
Kate
did her undergraduate work at The Johns Hopkins University where her
concentration was Humanistic Area Studies.
After graduating, she studied Slavic Linguistics at New York University,
from which she received her Master of Arts degree. Kate then embarked upon a twenty-year
business career in international and corporate banking (including two years in
So Paulo, Brazil), advertising and marketing, and corporate communications. She speaks reads, and writes Portuguese,
French and Russian and, to a limited extent, Spanish.
After
she chose to leave the corporate sector and before she entered seminary, Kate
served as a hospital chaplain in the emergency room and burn unit at a regional
trauma center in Westchester County, New York.
She also served as a homework coach and day camp counselor to children
aged 6 to 12 at Iglesia Memorial de San Andres, an
Episcopal mission church in the Diocese of New York.
A
cradle Episcopalian, Kate is a native of Washington, DC. Both of her brothers Jim and Mac live in
Washingtons Maryland suburbs.
Kate
enjoys long bicycle rides, well-written films, and the music of Brazil.
Rev.
Kates email is kate@stjamesleesburg.org.
Our Assistant to the Rector for Children & Youth
Ministries
Mary Fisher Davila
The Rev. Mary Davila is in her second
year of serving at St. James, having
completed her Master of Divinity in May 2005. Mary is a graduate of the
Virginia Theological Seminary, and did her undergraduate work at the University
of Richmond, majoring in English and Religion. After graduating from college in
1998, Mary began working at St. Stephens Episcopal
Church in Richmond. She served as the Director of Childrens
Ministries for three years and as a youth group leader for seven. In addition,
she was active member of the young adult group at St. Stephens.
Mary is married to Chris Davila, an
elementary school teacher and tennis coach. They are the parents of two dogs
and two cats. Mary is an avid horsewoman, breeding and showing Morgan horses
nationally. Her horses live in North Carolina, Kansas City, and San Diego, and
she meets them for various shows around the country.
Mary
is also an ardent UNC basketball fan and enjoys playing tennis and running.
Pastor
Marys email address is mary@stjamesleesburg.org.
The Reverend Donald Goodness
The Rev. Donald R. Goodness was born in
Rochester, New York, in 1932. He attended public school there and then Union
Springs Academy, a Seventh-day Adventist prep school, from which he graduated.
He attended a Seventh-day Adventist College in Massachusetts where he also
received his ministerial training. In 1950, he was married to Lorraine Reynolds
of Hartford, Connecticut, a fellow college student.
Fr. Goodness served in the Seventh-day
Adventist ministry during the years 19531958, with parishes in Hartford, CT,
Worcester, Springfield and Lynn, MA. In the year 1958, he left the Adventist
ministry. Bishop Anson Phelps Stokes Jr. confirmed the Goodnesses
in Boston in 1959. He then attended The Episcopal Theological School,
Cambridge, 1959-1962.
After graduating Seminary in 1962, he
became Curate at Christ Church, Fitchburg, MA, the
largest parish in the Diocese of Western Massachusetts. In 1965, his rector
retired, and he was elected by the Parish and approved by the Bishop to be the
next Rector. The Goodnesses lived there from
1962-1972. Christ Church was then a parish of over 1,200 members, with over 400
children in church school, basketball teams, EYC groups, adult service &
social organizations, community involvement in many drug and rehabilitation
programs, and it served as a leader on multiple levels in an area that had a
population of 100,000. There were three other Episcopal parishes in the area,
two of which had originally been missions of Christ Church.
In 1972, Fr. Goodness became rector of
New York Citys historic Church of the Ascension at 5th Avenue and 10th Street.
He spent 25 years serving Ascension and during those years the parish was noted
for its exquisite liturgy, preaching, choir, and teaching ministry; for its
leadership in the community in establishing a Food Pantry and a Homeless
Shelter; for importing boat people from Vietnam and helping them establish a new
life in the U.S.; for its chaplaincy to New York University; for its ministry
of welcome to the gay community that was a large portion of Ascensions
Greenwich Village population. The Goodnesses retired
in 1997 and moved to Potomac Falls, VA, to be near their daughter, Kathleen,
and her two children.
About St. James Episcopal Church
St. James Episcopal Church and
Shelburne Parish trace their history in Loudoun County back to the 1700s. The first church in Loudoun County, called
the Chapel of Ease for the comfort of the people above the Goose Creek, was
built in 1733. Shelburne Parish was
created out of the western portion of the Parish of Cameron in 1770. Before the establishment of Shelburne Parish,
the Chapel of Ease was served by visiting ministers. Its first rector was the Rev. Dr. David
Griffith, a distinguished churchman, who served from 1771 to 1776. A leader in the early church in Virginia, he
was, in 1786, the first man elected bishop in America. Unfortunately he died before funds were found
to send him to England for his consecration.
In 1895, the cornerstone was laid for
the present building. The first service
was held in 1897, and it was consecrated in 1905. The building was damaged extensively by a
fire in 1929. Fortunately, because of
the thick stone walls, the basic structure withstood the flames and the nave
was restored to its present form.
In the following years, St. James has
been expanded several times. The
addition of the Parish Hall occurred in 1931, and was extended in the
1950s. In 1972, the house beside the
church was remodeled and connected to the church by the construction of a stone
and glass arcade. It is here that we
find the church offices, the parlor, the Preschool office and some of the
Preschool classrooms. In 2005, St James
acquired properties along King Street for future generation needs.
While St. James is a church with a rich
history, we are a church of the present, active in ministry in our parish and
community. We gather weekly to share in
the worship of God, hearing and receiving the word of God through preaching and
sacraments. Through various educational
opportunities we strive for a deeper understanding of Christ, ourselves and
others. Through our various ministries,
we seek to make the presence of Jesus Christ known to those in our community.
We welcome you to our service today and
to our community of faith. Please know that this church extends an invitation
to you for on-going fellowship and worship.
If you would like to learn more about our activities, please identify
yourself to the clergy or one of our greeters.
Please know that in the Episcopal
Church, ALL baptized Christians, regardless of age or denominational
affiliation, are invited and most warmly welcomed to receive the Sacrament of
Holy Communion.
St.
James Episcopal Church
14
Cornwall Street NW, Leesburg, VA 20176
(703)777-1124 info@stjamesleesburg.org
www.stjamesleesburg.org
We would love for you to be part of our
community of faith. If you are currently
considering membership, you may begin by contacting Kay Gregg, Registrar at
(703) 777-1124 ext. 105.
We encourage
each person new to the congregation to take our membership class. This class prepares one for membership in the
Episcopal church.
The current class schedule is listed in the brochure titled The
Episcopal Church Welcomes You, Joining the Church: Membership.
Please INTRODUCE YOURSELF to the
person next to you or to one of our greeters or clergywell point you in the
right direction.
The
sacrament of Holy Baptism is the first formal step in each persons life as a
church member and follower of Christ.
Whether one is being baptized as an adult or presenting an infant or
child to be baptized, it is important to understand the fundamentals of the
Christian Faith.
If you are
currently considering baptism, you may begin by contacting Kris Kennedy, Administrative Assistant, at (703) 777-1124 ext. 100. Please also be sure to pick up our The
Episcopal Church Welcomes You, Joining the Church: Baptism brochure which
details the steps to follow when preparing for Holy Baptism:
Baptism
Preparation Class
Baptism
Rehearsal
Banner
Making Sessions
Because
St. James has been blessed with a beautiful physical church building that is
located in the heart of historic Leesburg, our parish office receives about
five to ten phone calls each week about the availability of the church building
to hold a wedding. However, the people of St. James believe that marriage is
a Sacrament which must be entered into, and lived out, within a community of
faith.
Therefore,
while questions about the availability of the church building are important,
they are rightly asked only after other questions have been asked and answered.
For example:
Why Christian marriage?
Why this particular community of faith?
What is my commitment to God and the church?
Couples
interested in being married at St. James should begin by reading our wedding
brochure titled: The
Celebration and Blessing of a Marriage. This is an
introduction to the Sacrament of Christian Marriage as it is celebrated in the
life of St. James Episcopal Church. It is also intended to answer some of the
more frequently asked questions about holding weddings here.
Once
you have read the brochure, give Kay Gregg, Wedding Coordinator, a call at
(703)777-1124 ext. 105.
14 Cornwall
Street NW, Leesburg, Virginia 20176-2801
Phone:
703-777-1124
Fax:
703-777-1129
email:
info@stjamesleesburg.org
www.stjamesleesburg.org
For pastoral
emergencies, dial (703)263-3019 for the on-call clergy pager.
We believe God
is calling St. James to live out this mission:
Nourished by
Word and Sacrament, we are sent out to do the work God has given us to do, to
love and serve God as faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord.
Properly prepared
and motivated, the Episcopal Church in general, and St. James in particular,
is uniquely poised to accomplish this mission. In 2005, we surveyed the St.
James congregation about our existing strengths and areas for improvement. We
then considered where God is calling us in the future and, in January 2006, we
identified the goals and objectives that will move us to the future that we
believe God envisions for us. In Our Vision for the Future, issued in January
2006, we identified three things which we believe God is calling us to do:
1)
inspire, equip, and engage all
parishioners as active disciples of Christ;
2)
increase parishioners participation in intergenerational, hands-on service
opportunities by reaching out to others in a common goal in Christs name;
3)
undertake a mission-driven renovation and
expansion of our facilities.
We are
accomplishing the inspire, equip, and engage goal through our worship,
discipleship, and pastoral care ministries, and by making this goal a major
responsibility of the Rev. Kate Bryant working alongside Mary Pellicano and the Adult Christian Formation Committee.
We are
accomplishing the reach out to others in a common goal through our outreach
ministries. We have gone out into the community to study the major needs of the
poor and/or marginalized in Leesburg and Loudoun County. We have interviewed
those on the front lines of poverty and need, and asked them What needs exist?
Who is meeting those needs? What gaps exist? Through additional study and
prayer, we are asking the Holy Spirits guidance in answering this question:
What are the unmet needs that we should we focus our energies on for the
near-term future? Our response to that question is our common goal in Christs
name.
We have hired cox, graae + spack, a Washington,
DC-based architectural firm who is helping us to decide how we can best
renovate and expand our facilities to accomplish that common goal while at the
same time addressing our own internal needs.
The remainder
of this booklet lists a brief description of each of the ministries St. James
has in order to help us accomplish our goals.
Ministry Head
Adult Choir: Dr. Steven Cooksey
Corner Chorale: Dr. Stephan Knobloch
Childrens Choir: Dr. Pat Avery
Who we are
Adult Choir: The Adult Choir serves as worship leaders for
the 11:15 worship service, which is a traditional Episcopal service. They rehearse on Sunday mornings from 9:45 to
10:45 a.m., and on Wednesday evenings from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. In addition to regular worship services, the
Adult Choir sings at special services throughout the year and with other choirs
in the area for ecumenical outreach.
Corner Chorale: The Corner Chorale serves as worship leaders
for the 9:00 worship service. They
rehearse on Wednesdays from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m., and on the first Saturday of
each month from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. They
sing a variety of music for this blended worship service. Several times during the year, they join
their voices with the Adult and Childrens Choirs for special seasonal music.
Childrens Choir: The Childrens Choir serves as worship
leaders for the 9:00 worship service during the months of September through
May. Children in grades kindergarten
through seven are invited to be a part of this group. The children learn about Episcopal liturgy
and the church seasons as they learn to sing and lead in worship. Grades K-3 rehearse
from 5:30-6:10 p.m., and grades 4-7 rehearse from 6:15-6:55 p.m. each
Wednesday.
How you can be involved...
Do you play an
instrument?
Do you sing?
Are you
interested in working with children?
There are many opportunities for you to
share you talent within our worship services. Feel free to talk to Dr. Cooksey or Dr. Avery
if you are willing to share your talent in some way here at St. James!
Ministry Head
Dottie Brannock
Who we are
Acolytes have a long history with the
worship ministry beginning around 250 A.D. The word acolyte means follower or
one who helps.
When acolytes first helped with the liturgy, they carried candles in
processions, lighted candles on the altar and assisted with the Holy Eucharist.
Todays acolytes play the same role with very few differences.
What we do
Acolytes at St. James are Crucifers
that carry the cross, or Torch Bearers that carry the candles in a procession.
They also help assist in setting the table for Holy Eucharist, carry extra
sacraments to the floor station, open and close the gate at the altar and help
with other tasks to keep the service moving that are not noticed by everyone in
the Sanctuary.
How you can be involved...
We welcome children as young as 10 and
up to high school seniors, most start as a Junior Acolyte processing the
Childrens Chapel at the 9:00 service. Starting at middle school they move up
to Torch Bearer for the 9:00 and 11:15 services typically moving up to Crucifer
around the 9th grade until graduated from High School. Most Acolytes will
participate in one service a month along with special services at Christmas and
Easter.
Ministry Head
Tom Smith
Who we are
We are a group of about 120 people whose
mission is to warmly welcome and assist both visitors and parishioners while
providing quiet, consistent support to the seamless flow of each service.
What we do
Responsibilities include greeting at
every service, helping latecomers find a place to sit, handing out service
bulletins, receiving and presenting the offertory, assisting in communion,
tidying the sanctuary before and after each service, and helping with other
details during each service.
How you can be involved...
Ushers and greeters follow a schedule
which is published quarterly. All ushers also volunteer to substitute for those
who are unable to serve on their assigned Sundays. To become an usher or greeter, all you need
is the desire to serve in this fashion.
New volunteers may call the ministry head to express their desire to
serve.
Lay Eucharistic Ministers
and Lay Readers
Ministry Head
Jeff Brannock & Ron Kunz
Who we are
During the year 2006, 44 devoted members
have answered their personal call to serve the Lord as Lay Readers and/or Lay
Eucharistic Ministers (LEMs) at the various services. The Liturgical Ministries are especially
fulfilling and humbling because they provide the opportunity to directly
participate in the celebration of the Eucharist.
What we do
Lay Reader Through the
Lay Reader, Gods living Word continues to be proclaimed to His people: to the
young and old, the troubled, the hopeless, the happy, the content, to those in
need of challenge, and to those in need of comfort.
Lay Eucharistic Minister (LEM) The Lay
Eucharistic Minister performs two specific functions:
Administers
the elements (the consecrated bread and wine) at any celebration of the Holy
Eucharist in the absence of a sufficient number of Priests or Deacons assisting
the celebrant.
Directly
following a celebration of the Holy Eucharist and accompanied by a Pastoral
Associate, takes the consecrated Sacrament to members of the congregation who,
by reason of illness or infirmity, were unable to be present.
How you can be involved...
Qualifications: No special prior
experience is required, only faith and interest in these exciting
ministries. Lay Readers and Lay
Eucharistic Ministers must be persons of wisdom in the faith and of good repute
who have received the respect of the local congregation and also demonstrate
spiritual maturity. In addition, Lay Eucharistic Ministers must be adult
(defined as age 16 years or older) members of St. James Church.
Training and Orientation: Training
sessions coordinated with the clergy are informal and held twice a year. The
team of Lay Readers and Lay Eucharistic Ministers provide backup to one another
and are available to help. Following
training, Lay Readers and Lay Eucharistic Ministers are licensed to serve with
the Diocese of Virginia.
Scheduling: Once trained,
Lay Readers and Lay Eucharistic Ministers are scheduled once or twice a month
at the service time of their choice (7:45, 9:00, or 11:15 a.m.) to read the
Word or to assist in serving the elements. The schedule is published in
quarterly schedules. Schedule changes are flexible, and are coordinated between
individual readers and LEMs.
If interested, call or e-mail Jeff
Brannock or Ron Kunz.
Ministry Head
Julie Garey
& Bridget Penberthy, 9:00 service
The Rev. Mary Davila, Assistant to the
Rector for Children & Youth Ministries, 11:15 service
Who we are
The Childrens Chapel Ministry includes
clergy, staff and lay members of the church.
Our team facilitates an age-appropriate, interactive learning
environment of the Gospel for the children of St. James during the adult sermon
time each Sunday (year round) for the 9:00 and 11:15 services.
What we do
We serve the children (age 3 through 5th
grade) at St. James by teaching the love of God through lessons from the
Gospels. We talk with, share with and
nurture the children as they learn, ask questions, and explore how God reflects
in their lives.
How you can be involved...
If you are a parent, being a Childrens
Chapel leader on a rotating basis is a wonderful way for your child to see you
living Gods word. It also provides an
opportunity to share in the learning of the Gospel with your child, enriching
the life of your family. Anyone who
would like to learn more about the ministry or become involved in nurturing the
children at St. James is encouraged to contact one of the ministry heads.
Ministry Head
Kathleen White, Director
Who we are
The Altar Guild is approximately 25
dedicated women, divided into four teams. Each team is responsible for one week
of each month.
What we do
With loving care and devotion a team
meets each Saturday morning to prepare the church for Sunday worship. We
undertake the care of the altar, arrange flowers, and provide care for linens,
vestments, sacred vessels, the sanctuary, chancel, sacristy and all other
things or places entrusted to our care. The Guild exists to assist the clergy
in preparing for all services in the church, including weddings and funerals.
How you can be involved
Contact the Altar Guild Director.
Ministry Head
Fr. John Ohmer, Rector
Who we are...
The Outreach Committee is a small
steering committee who is passionate about reaching out to people outside the
church to improve their lives and show them Gods love.
What we do
The Outreach Committee supports every
member of the congregation as they are sent out to do the work God has given
them to do, proactively reaches out in service, and
extends Christs love to the wider community, the nation and the world.
Committee members fund outreach efforts and coordinate events during which
parishioners and can participate in reaching out to others through the work of
two teams: the Outreach Funding Team and the Hands-On Outreach Team.
The Funding Team researches and
designates funds from the outreach budget and designated offerings. Designated
offerings include the entirety of the Easter and Christmas offerings and other
specialized offerings. St. James donates 20-25% of all income outside the
church every year. Local, national and international efforts are given equal
attention, with preference given to those efforts headed by parishioners. Ideas
and requests for funding are always welcome!
This hands-on committee coordinates
parish-wide Outreach in Action opportunities. These events have included
working at food distribution centers, sponsoring children of inmates,
collecting back-to-school items for the needy, and Christmas in April projects.
Youth and Adult Mission have their own committees, though coordination with the
Outreach Committee takes place when necessary. Some of the annual events
coordinated by the Hands-on Committee include:
Efforts
to benefit Shrine Mont including the Bishops Work Weekend (Mike Nunnally)
Holiday
Coalition Volunteers (Kimberly Haeringer)
Alternative
Gift Market at Christmas (Ann Reimers)
Operation
Christmas Child Shoeboxes (Susie Harding)
How you can be involved...
Contact the committee chair or any
committee member to discuss your ideas for outreach and how we can support you
in making them happen. Funding requests and ideas are always welcome. Contact the Outreach Committee contact person
indicated above to find out more about one of our ongoing volunteer projects.
We share details about these activities in the announcements, the Loaves &
Fishes, and on the Outreach Bulletin Board (located in the Narthex). Join the Outreach Committee and help steer
St. James outreach efforts.
Ministry Head
Elaine Thiel and Janet Stayrook, Joint
Preschool Directors
Matt Costello, Chairman, Preschool Board
of Directors
Who we are...
The St. James Preschool is a ministry
of St. James Episcopal Church now entering our 36th year. This year we open
our doors to 216 students, ages 2 1/2 to 5. Respecting the God-given worth of
all children, the program has been designed to enable each unique child to be
involved in a creative learning experience in a Christian atmosphere of love
and acceptance.
What we do
The teachers and staff of St. James
Preschool provide opportunities to the 2 1/2-5 year olds to develop
emotionally, socially, physically, and spiritually in a group setting outside
their home. We serve the children of parishioners as well as community members.
We offer a weekly chapel service under the guidance and teachings of the church
clergy. Music is also provided in an instructional format once a week.
How you can be involved...
As a parent of a preschooler, you can be
involved in many ways. Each teacher will ask for help in different ways and
volunteering is always welcomed! It may be on a weekly or monthly basis but we
always want the support. As a member of the church, you too can help us out.
Perhaps you have a talent to share or time to donate to helping us take care of
our many needs. Stay tuned to the bulletins throughout the
year for more information or call us with your ideas at (703)777-8439.
Ministry Head
Ken Getty
Who we are...
A merry band of parishioners who travel
to Welch, West Virginia, in late July to help out local impoverished residents with
various remodeling and educational projects. Some contribute a whole week to
the mission, some just a few days as their schedule permits.
What we do
We offer our services in a variety of
ways. In previous years, we worked mostly on hammer & nail types of
activities. However, educational assistance will become more important since
the residents have been largely relocated and need help with every day living types of skills.
How you can be involved
Contact the ministry head if you would
like to be involved.
Ministry Head
The Rev. Jeune
Cunningham
pastor@saintgabriels.net
www.saintgabriels.net Email: info@saintgabriels.net
Phone: (703)779-3616 Fax: (703)777-1129
Meeting at: Belmont Ridge Middle School,
Lansdowne
Mailing address: 14 Cornwall St. NW, Leesburg, VA 20176
Who we are...
St. Gabriels is the daughter church of
St. James, launched in September 2002, to reach the growing Leesburg and
Ashburn communities. We are actively living out our mission to Encounter God,
Build Relationships, and Make a Difference in the World. Our vicar, The Rev. Jeune
Cunningham, served with Fr. John Ohmer as the Assistant to the Rector at St.
James from 2000 - 2002. St. Gabriels
worships in a present-tense traditional style, celebrating the richness of
Episcopal tradition in Word and Sacrament, while incorporating a variety of
excellent music, relevant messages, occasional dramas, and other artistic
elements. We are currently planning and practicing for a contemporary Saturday
night service.
What we do
We do church! We worship each week at
10:00 a.m. at Belmont Ridge Middle School, 19045 Upper Belmont Place (north on
Belmont Ridge Rd) in Lansdowne. Christian education for all ages follows the
service. Through the generous gift of the Harris family, St. Gabriels now has
land and envisions having our first building in the near future. We have
developed a spiritual support group for parents of special needs children
(autism spectrum disorder, bi-polar, ADHD, etc.) We live out our mission
outside of Sunday morning with small groups, fun fellowship opportunities,
youth events, and outreach projects, such as the Alternative Gift Fair and
mission trips.
How you can be involved
As a young church, its easy to get to
know people at St. Gabriels and to find a way to use your unique set of
spiritual gifts, passions, abilities and experience to help us further our
mission to reach out to the community and grow our church. We thank St. James, not only for prayers and support, but for the local
missionaries it has raised up and sent to us to grow this young community.
Come try St. Gabriels for any service or event. We appreciate the encouragement and support. If, after you come, you feel called to use
your gifts to help St. Gabriels grow, contact Pastor Jeune
at the St. Gabriels church office at (703)779-3616 for more information.
Ministry Head
Judy Perso
Who we are
Pastoral care-giving is the way we minister
to each other within a church context.
Here at St. James, a lay group of caregivers has been operating for
over 20 years. We meet on the third
Monday of each month to organize our activities, enhance our efforts with
education, and address parish needs.
What we do
We visit the homebound to provide
fellowship, sometimes taking Sunday communion. We host receptions following
funeral services. We organize and host
social gatherings aimed primarily at our older parishioners. We take meals to homes, and make hospital
visits when needed. We also have a
ministry of providing a support group for grieving parishioners. But our most important function is to listen,
listen, listen, when a person needs an ear.
How you can be involved...
If youre interested in learning more
about becoming a Pastoral Associate, please call Judy Perso to discuss the
possibilities.
Ministry Head
Veronica Jones
Who we are
We serve as a prayer ministry that
offers everyone who comes to the Healing Rail a special time of prayer after
the Eucharist. The Healing Team consists of a group of people who feel
particularly called to pray for others.
What we do
Prayers, the laying on of hands, and
anointing with oil are offered every Sunday at the 11:15 a.m. service, on the
first and third Sunday at the 9:00 a.m. service and on the second Sunday at the
7:45 a.m. service. The healing ministry
has two teams of lay people to lay hands upon, pray for, and anoint with Holy
Oil those who kneel at the Healing Rail after receiving the Holy
Eucharist. Anyone who wants to ask for
personal prayer or prayer for another comes to the Rail. Prayer, the laying on of hands and anointing
with oil are historic practices, and are grounded in the traditions of our
church.
How you can be involved...
If you are interested in learning more,
please contact the ministry head.
Ministry Head
Mary Pitz
Who we are
We are a group of people committed to
pray daily for those in need. We receive
requests for prayer through the Church Office or directly.
What we do
We pray both as a group when we meet and
individually everyday for the needs of those we are asked to pray for. When a request is received by one member,
they will inform all the other members to make sure that each team member has
the same information on their list.
How you can be involved
We will begin to meet again starting in
September, usually on the first Tuesday of the month. Please contact the ministry head if you would
like to become part of our team or have a prayer request.
Ministry Head...
The Rev. Mary Davila, Assistant to the
Rector for Children & Youth Ministries
Who we are
Volunteers from the entire congregation,
parents, older siblings, aunts, uncles, grandparents, or people who just like
to work with children, who have decided to donate a portion of their time,
talent and love to the children and youth of the parish as Sunday school
teachers.
What we do
Sunday School
is staffed completely with volunteer teachers from the congregation. Our
volunteers teach Sunday school classes, help as aides to the teachers,
coordinate snack donations for each class.
How you can be involved...
The Sunday school runs from September
through June. Most teaching positions are filled by September, but we can
always use substitute teachers and aides during the year.
Ministry Head...
The Rev. Mary Davila, Assistant to the
Rector for Children & Youth Ministries
Who we are
The Holy Spirit had been building an
exciting and powerful Youth Program at St. James. The group consists of youth
leaders, volunteers, and students under the direction of the Assistant to the
Rector for Children & Youth Ministries with a vision of guiding youth to an
everyday life with Jesus Christ. The Middle School Youth Group consists of
students from grades 6-8; the Senior High Youth Group consists of grades 9-12.
What we do
The Youth Group meets every scheduled
Sunday, normally at St. James. The times for Youth Group are: Middle School
(6-8 grade) 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. & Senior High (9-12 grade) 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Our goal is to reflect on what it means to live a Christian lifehow our
relationship with Christ shapes our decisions, friendships, and encounters at
school and at home. Youth Group is not only formational, but FUN! We learn more
about God and each other through:
* Games * Community-Building *
Discipleship * Service * Outreach * Discussions * Mission Trips *
How you can be involved...
The Rev. Mary Davila, the Youth Pastor
at St. James, has already prepared the Youth Program in advance for the
upcoming year. However, there is always a need for volunteers to help. We need
help in the following areas:
Leaders: Ever wanted to
work with youth? Here is a chance just to have fun and make a difference.
Drivers: Every month or
two we need assistance in driving to various outings.
Music: If you play an instrument, we
would love to talk to you about music during Youth Group.
Chaperones: Assist youth
leaders on weekend trips, going to concerts, or helping with overnight
activities.
Ministry Heads...
Corrine Aycock
Terry Sue Bowman
Deanna Feddersen
Kate Parse
Who we are
Kids With Purpose
(KWP) is a fairly new ministry at St. James that allows children to serve
actively in outreach. The program is designed for children to learn about and
share Gods love while actively serving real needs in Loudoun County.
Most weeks are filled with age
appropriate field trips and/or class speakers.
Some outreach activities are performed at the church. Some groups that KWP helped last year include
Interfaith Relief, Loudoun Literacy, Madison House, Good Shepherd Alliance, Ida
Lee, Loudoun Free Clinic, Loudoun Rehabilitation Center, and the local Fire
& Rescue Squad.
What we do
Children from age four (by Sept. 30)
through fifth grade are invited to attend.
Classes are divided into seven age groups Pre-K fifth grade. Class
sizes are limited and will be filled on a first come, first serve basis.
KWP will meet Wednesdays from 4:00
5:30 beginning Sept. 26 Dec. 12. (We
will not meet on Oct. 31 or Nov. 21.) A
second session will be offered in January 2008.
Registration: Registration closed to everyone on September
19, 2007.
Fee:
There is a $35 fee per child (t-shirts are and additional $5) for the
first 10-week session. Financial
assistance is available to anyone concerned about costs. Please contact Pastor Mary Davila at
703-777-1124 for more details.
How you can be involved...
Volunteers: This program is entirely run by volunteers.
We have a variety of small, medium, and extra-fun roles available (including
teaching) so please contact either Kate Parse or Deanna Feddersen. Nursery care
is available to all volunteers.
Questions about KWP: If youre interested in KWP but would like
more info before enrolling, then please contact either Terry Sue Bowman or
Corinne Aycock.
Ministry Head
Alecia Moroz
Who we are
Every baptized person is called to
ministry. The EfM program provides people with the education to
discern and carry out that ministry. EfM participants learn to think
theologically to help them see Gods movement in their lives. A detailed study of the bible, Christian
church history and other major philosophies provides participants with the
theological foundation they need to understand and execute Gods call.
2007 Highlights: As a result of a record number of graduations
from EfM in 2006 (including
10 St. James parishioners), this year was a year for rebuilding the
program.
The Monday night group led by Russ Cordner, St. Peters, and Diane Bell, St. Gabriels,
continued to meet. The group graduated
three students this year, including our own Susie Harding. The group also included six second year
students and three first year students representing a nice mix of members from
St. James, St. Peters and St. Gabriels.
Another group was created in 2007
consisting of four first year students and two third year students. This group, led by Alecia
Moroz, was St. Jamess first day-time group. It met Monday afternoons. First-year student, Jennifer Lassiter, also
became certified as an EfM
mentor and began co-mentoring the group in the spring.
How you can be involved...
New groups will be forming and openings
will become available in the existing groups in the fall of 2007. If you are called to pursue this serious form
of theological study, please contact Alecia Moroz for further information. You cannot imagine the ways in which your
life will be enriched by an experience in an EfM small group
Ministry Head
Jan Joseph
Ken Getty
Who we are
St. James faces many challenges and
opportunities as our congregation grows: developing programs to meet the needs
of all members, maintaining beautiful but aging facilities and providing
necessary personnel and administrative operating costs, among others. The Annual Giving Campaign Ministry helps
parishioners further connect the vision of St. James with their own personal
and spiritual journeys, encouraging them to increase their commitments of time,
talent and treasure to St. James.
What we do
Plans and executes
the continuing education of the parish on the subject of stewardship to
highlight the opportunities for parishioners to offer their time and talent.
Plans and
conducts a yearly Annual Giving Campaign beginning with the Ministry Fair in
September and culminating with the Victory Celebration in November,
that inspires the generous and joyful giving of time, talent, and
treasure.
Conducts
periodic surveys of time and talent among members of the St. James community.
How you can be involved...
Volunteer to
serve on the Annual Giving Campaign Committee that is planning and implementing
the autumns campaign.
Offer to share
at appropriate events (such as Adult Forum on Sundays) your personal or
spiritual journey.
Generously
support the mission and ministry of St. James through the generous sharing of
your time, talent, and treasure: in other words, get involved, and make a
written financial pledge.
Ministry Head
TBD
Who we are
The Fellowship Events Committee brings
our parish family together through a wide variety of social events and
activities planned throughout the year. Volunteering and participating in
Fellowship Events is a great way to meet your fellow parishioners and more
fully experience the wonderful fellowship that St. James has to offer.
What we do
We coordinate a wide range of social
events. Regular events planned by Fellowship Events include the Annual Parish
Meeting Potluck Dinner in January, the Bishops Visit and Reception in June and
the St. James Day Picnic in July. Past events have included Oktoberfest and
Mardi Gras parties, pig roasts, progressive and themed
international dinners, a Dickens Advent Dinner and even a softball team.
Several new fun events are being planned for the coming year, as well, and we
would like your ideas.
How you can be involved...
You can serve on the Fellowship Events
Committee by:
Helping
to determine the yearly events, locate volunteers to run each event and assist
in the coordination of the events.
Volunteering
to work on a specific event that interests you.
Staying
tuned to the weekly service bulletins throughout the year and to offer your
help.
Letting
us know about an event you have in mind or volunteer to chair it! Well gladly help
you put a committee together to make it happen.
Ministry Head
Ruth Blakeslee
Who we are
The Newcomers Committee is a group of
friendly and active St. James members charged with seeking new ways to welcome
newcomers and include them in church activities.
What we do
We assist the parish in assuring that
all visitors and newcomers are given a warm welcome and are introduced to new
people. Committee members serve as
greeters, speak with those who have indicated an interest in our parish, assist
with Newcomer coffees and other events, and generally help newcomers to be made
comfortable and assisted toward full participation in the life of St. James.
How you can be involved...
The Committee normally meets one Sunday
per month to host a Newcomer Coffee in the Janney
Parlor. Other meetings are scheduled as
needed for planning upcoming events and/or assembling Newcomer bags. Interested parties are encouraged to attend
and participate in these meetings and coffees.
But remember, every member of our congregation is a member of this
special committee. The most important
way to get involved would be to introduce yourself to
a newcomer, make them feel welcome, and be sure to make our committee known to
them as a resource for questions as they become more familiar with our
wonderful church family.
Ministry Head
(7:45) Bill & Sheila Brooks
(9:00) Susan Moffett
(11:15) Freddie & Bill Martin
Who we are
We are part of the St. James family dedicated
to helping Sundays become an integral part of fellowship for the parishioners
and visitors. The purpose of coffee hour hosting is to provide nourishment
during fellowship hour following each church service. It is a special, relaxing
time to meet and greet old and new friends alike. It also offers a
"treat" for your little ones who have behaved during church.
What we do
Coffee refreshments are provided by
someone, either a single person, a couple or one or more families. It could be
as simple as doughnuts or as elaborate as home cooked goodies. Whatever is
provided will be enjoyed and appreciated. Please check with your ministry head
for where your coffee hour is held, as it changes depending on the season.
How you can be involved...
Everyone loves to be greeted by the
smell of coffee and goodies after church. It is a good way to meet those who
attend your service as well as share a snack with them. Please see one of the
ministry heads if you are interested in hosting. The commitment of hosting one Sunday a year
is pretty minimal and the reward is great.
Ministry Head
Doug & Joan Corderman
Who we are
We are small groups of eight to ten
people dedicated to make new friendships and strengthen older relationships.
What we do
We take turns hosting a meal in our
homes or elsewhere. Each group sets its
own schedule by consensus, typically meeting about once a month. Meals do not have to be sit-down dinners;
cookouts or buffets are fine. The only
expectation of participants is that you take your turn as host, (or co-host in
some circumstances), and try to attend as many of the dinners within your group
as possible.
How you can be involved...
Groups are reorganized every six months
so that participants get the chance to know as many others as possible. Everyone is welcome, both couples and
singles. The only requirement is that
you like to eat and make friends. Please
contact the ministry head if you are interested.
Ministry Head
The Rev. Mary Davila, Assistant to the
Rector for Children and Youth Ministries
Who we are
The 20s/30s group was formed in 2006
when a group of Gen Xers got together and said, lets form a young adult group at St. James! We are a group
bound by the common denominator of our age, and we represent a diverse spectrum
of St. James parishioners and friends.
What we do
We gather for dinner and fellowship on
the first Monday of every month. Group members take turns hosting dinners in their
homes. Several of the 20s/30s folks serve as youth leaders, and we are planning
various outreach activities, overnight excursions, and discipleship
opportunities for the year.
How you can be involved...
Contact Sarah DiPier
or Pastor Mary to receive group emails about activities. Coming to a Monday
night dinner is a great way to become connected to other young people in the
congregation. And we dont ask for i.d. at the
door--you can self-select into this group even if youre not technically still
in your 30s!
Ministry Head
Mary Pellicano
Who we are
We are a group of dedicated parishioners
committed to the support of the educational, devotional and recreational needs
of St. James. To that end, we seek to
enhance the Christian Formation program at St. James by providing appropriate
materials and resources to staff and students.
The Library also strives to provide reference resources, multi-media
materials, and fiction and non-fiction reading materials to aid in the
spiritual development of individual parishioners and clergy, their families and
church ministries.
What we do
The Library Committee maintains a
collection of more than 500 books and multi-media materials in the conference
room located on the second floor of the Janney House. Parishioners can browse the collection in
the Parish Library or view selected titles on display in the Parish Hall. An online card catalog is also available and
can be accessed remotely through the churchs website. The Library Committee also sponsors the St.
James Library Book Club, which meets monthly.
How you can be involved...
Come to the library and browse the
collection. Check out a book (or
two). Let us know what types of
materials you'd like to see in the library.
Come to our monthly book club meeting.
Ministry Head
Dawn Stejbach
Who we are
The Nursery is staffed with a
combination of professional adults, teenagers, and parent volunteers. Together,
we ensure each child is warmly welcomed into a safe, loving and nurturing environment
during Sunday worship and weeknight events.
What we do
The Nursery provides childcare services
for children aged infant through 5 years of age. Childcare is provided at each
Sunday service and most weeknight classes and events.
How you can be involved...
The Nursery operates on a Co-op basis.
Parents who regularly use the Nursery contribute their time by assisting during
a Sunday service. We are always looking for mature, caring individuals to
volunteer their time during a Sunday service.
We also recruit new help as a portion of the staff is paid
part-time. If you are interested in a
more permanent position, please contact Dawn Stejbach
at the above e-mail address.
Ministry Head
The Rev. Kate Bryant, Assistant to the
Rector for Adult Ministries
Who we are
St. James has a long tradition of Adult
Christian Formation that enables adults, wherever they are on their spiritual
journey, to grow in the knowledge and practice of our faithso that they can be
better followers of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Adult Christian Formation is a cornerstone element of the many
Discipleship Ministries offered at St. James.
What we do
Adult Christian Formation (ACF) occurs
in many settings, e.g., groups such as EFM, Bible Study, the Foyer Groups, and
the Book Club. Our regular
onsite-offerings are: the Sunday morning Forum Hours, the on-going
Baptism-Preparation and Membership classes, special seasonal classes and
seminars in Advent and Lent, Inquirers classes, and the mid-week, Going
Deeper in our Faith classes (of various themes and topics.) We also offer regular Open Q & As and
Coffee with the Rector where timely issues in the life of the congregation and
the wider Church can be freely and openly discussed. All of these offerings are usually held at
St. James at convenient times and dates and with childcare provided (at no
cost to participants). In the future we
hope to offer additional opportunities for formation that fall outside of the
traditional class-structure, such as pilgrimages, discernment groups, and
overnight retreats.
How you can be involved
We are always looking for:
Suggestions
of topics to offer;
Class
presenters, either from St. James or guest speakers;
Volunteers
to help set-up the program, e.g., contacting potential speakers and
coordinating/scheduling them;
Volunteers
to assist the Office Staff with the brochures.
Who we are...
We are the people behind the scenes that
take care of the day-to-day administrative needs of the office. We also assist in help the ministries with
their individual projects and events.
Our staff:
Keith
Nelsen Stroud, Director of Parish Operations, keith@stjamesleesburg.org
Janine
Carmichael, Communications Coordinator, janine@stjamesleesburg.org
Kris Kennedy, Administrative Assistant, kris@stjamesleesburg.org
Sheri
Nelson, Financial Administrator, sheri@stjamesleesburg.org
Kay
Gregg, Registrar & Wedding Coordinator, kay@stjamesleesburg.org
Adan Cortes, Sexton
Carlos
Rodriguez, Sunday Sexton
What we do
We all do a variety of functions. Listed below is a brief summary of our
individual responsibilities:
Communications Coordinator: Church newsletter Loaves & Fishes, Sunday
bulletins and announcements, special mailings
Administrative Assistant: Room reservations, Baptism sign-up, general office duties
Financial Administrator: Disbursements/reimbursements, budgeting,
payroll
Registrar/Wedding Coordinator: Membership records, wedding information
Sexton:
Weekday maintenance, cleaning, and day porter duties
Sunday Sexton:
Sunday worship, Sunday school, and coffee hour support
How you can be involved...
If you would like to volunteer your time
to cover the office phones, help with church mailings or help with any property
issues (i.e. painting, mowing, etc.), please contact the Church Office at
(703)777-1124.
Church Street
Property Committee
Ministry Head
Brent Chapman
Who we are...
We are a small, but dedicated group
working to preserve and protect the historic St. James Cemetery. Committee members have varying interests
including, but not limited to preservation, restoration, history, research, stonework,
and landscape design.
What we do
The committee is currently overseeing
the necessary foundation work for all future projects at the cemetery. We establish rules and regulations for new
and replacement tombstones. We seek to
restore damaged tombstones, create a more appealing landscape, and work towards
the restoration of active internment for the mortal remains of
parishioners.
How you can be involved...
To become involved, please contact Brent
Chapman for more information.
Ministry Head
Jack Davison
Stacy Harrison
Who we are...
The Parish Historian is someone who has
been a part of St. James for many years and knows the history of our church,
or at least where to access this information.
What we do
The Parish Historian gathers information
about St. James Parish in order to preserve its history. He is currently developing a discipline of
recording the details that now reside primarily in the memory of parishioners.
How you can be involved...
If you are interested in the history of
St. James or would like to become involved in this ministry, please contact
the ministry head.
Ministry Heads
Clark Ragsdale
Who we are
The St. James congregation worships in
an historic one-hundred-year-old church in the heart of the Leesburg historic
district. Would you like to play a part
in insuring that our facilities and property are used and maintained in a
manner that benefits present and future members of the congregation? Are you an expert on logistics? If your answer to either one of those
questions is yes, or if you are looking for a way to get more involved at St.
James, we can use your help! We have a
lot of very important issues that we are facing and would love to tap into the
collective brainpower of our congregation.
During the renovation and expansion of the current property, the
Property Committee will plan for, budget for, and oversee the relocation of the
congregation, Preschool, staff and other ministries to temporary facilities. We are also in the process of establishing
Standard Operating Procedures for the use of the St. James facilities. Please join us as we look at ways to leverage
our current and future resources to help achieve the missions of St. James.
How you can be involved...
We meet on the last Tuesday of every
month at 7:00 p.m. in the Parish Library.
Please contact Jon Aycock to become involved.
Ministry Head
Tom Small
Who we are...
We are small group of parishioners with
backgrounds in finance, budgeting, and administration that are committed to
ensuring the financial well being of St. James.
We seek to provide the resources that enable other ministries to carry
out their roles.
What we do
We prepare the annual budget, present it
to the vestry for approval and monitor performance throughout the year. We advise the vestry in any financial affairs
that may arise. We monitor any funds the
church may have, such as Trust funds.
How you can be involved...
If you have a background in finance,
accounting, law, insurance, or administration, and want to be involved as a
committee member, contact the ministry head.
If you have experience in any of these areas and wish to serve as a
consultant to the committee when special needs arise we would like to know
about you.
King Street
Oversight Committee
Ministry Head
John Wright
Who we are...
Bill Brooks, Ken Getty, Sr. Warden, Rory
Clark, Jr. Warden, Sheri Nelson, Parish Financial Administrator, Jim Quinn, Tom
Small, Chairman, Parish Finance Committee, Rich Vaaler,
Managing Director, Vaaler Real Estate.
What we do
The King Street properties located on
the corner of North & King Streets were acquired by St. James in April
2005 for $1.4 million. The property
consists of four professional suites totaling approximately 5800 sq. ft., three
garages and an adjacent parking lot.
At the current time, the property is
managed as a leasing entity and is financially self-sufficient, that is, rental
income basically covers operating, tax and mortgage (balloon loan)
expenses. The Vestry authorized the
purchase of the property in 2005 with the understanding that it would be
financially self-sufficient and place no drain on St. James operating budget,
but at the same time, provides us with the potential for future adjacent Parish
space, if so desired.
The Project has been able to maintain
financial self-sufficiency throughout the last year and a half (barring an
initial church cash loan of $10,000 for start-up costs) despite some lease
arrangements that were below current market rates at the time of our
acquisition. As these leases come up for
renewal over the next two years, our goal will be to raise the rates to current
market levels, thus providing a positive cash flow to St. James, possibly
sometime in 2008.
Regarding the Projects finances,
special recognition needs to be given to Rich Vaaler
and his team, who unselfishly administer the property on a day-to-day basis,
PRO BONO, at no cost to St. James. This
donation to the parish is significant and contributes measurably to the
projects bottom line.
What is the Vestry
The St. James Vestry consists of the
clergy and 12 elected, adult parishioners in good standing.
What the Vestry does
The Vestry performs the duties
prescribed in the Canons of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the Diocese of
Virginia. These duties include
transacting the business affairs of the church, overseeing the operation and
maintenance of the church property, ensuring the church is duly prepared for
every occasion of public worship, and ensuring the employees of the church
properly perform their duties.
The Vestry elects a Senior Warden,
Junior Warden, Register (Clerk), and a Treasurer who continue in their positions
until their successors are elected and qualified. The Senior Warden provides overall leadership
for the Vestry, the Junior Warden oversees the care
and maintenance of the church property, and the Register records the
proceedings of the Vestry and signs official documents on behalf of the
Vestry. The Vestry meets monthly and
also conducts additional meetings as required.
How Vestry members are elected
Vestry members are elected during the
annual church meeting. If a vacancy occurs during the interval between annual
meetings, the Vestry may elect a qualified parishioner to fill the vacancy
until the next annual church meeting. Vestry candidates are nominated by a
nominated committee or nominated by a parishioner during the annual meeting.
Vestry Members for 2007 are
Ken Getty, Senior Warden
Rory Clark, Junior Warden
Clayton Cameron, Clerk
Jon Aycock
Jan Joseph
Sandra Moody
Barbara Poell
Karl Riedel
Ken Robinson
Fred Williams
Chuck Womack
Laura Young