MERRY CHRISTMAS!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Here are some upcoming Saint Anne's events you'll want to keep on your calendars:  

• December 25: Christmas Morning 10:30 AM

• December 24 - January 2: Office closed

• December 28: Lessons and Carols 10:30 AM

• January 4: Celebration of The Epiphany

• January 18: Annual Meeting

SEEKING NEW VESTRY MEMBERS

There are three current Vestry members at Saint Anne's whose term will be up in 2026. Elections for new members will be held in January. What is a Vestry? In Anglican and Episcopal churches, the Vestry is the name for the elected lay leadership group that acts as the governing board for the church. As a group, the vestry helps manage the church's  finances, buildings, and programs, while supporting the priest and helping to define the church's mission. 

At Saint Anne's, each Vestry member is assigned to a particular area of ministry. The Vestry member is not necessarily in charge of the ministry, but they offer support, coordination when needed, and keep the rest of the Vestry informed regarding that ministry. We will be looking for Vestry members in the following areas:

• Children & Youth

• Additional Hospitality / Community Events support 

• Additional Building and or Grounds support

• Peace & Justice support

The requirements for being a Vestry member are: one year of membership at Saint Anne's and a someone who attends services regularly. The Vestry is also in need of a Clerk. The Clerk of Vestry is a non-voting member who attends all meetings and takes notes. The Clerk does not need to have been a Saint Anne's member for a year. If you're interested in this type of leadership at Saint Anne's, please speak with Jennifer or any current Vestry member.