Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.
1 Peter 4:10
Vestry Responsibilities
The basic responsibilities of the vestry are to help define and articulate the mission of the congregation; to support the church's mission by word and deed, to select the rector, to ensure effective organization and planning, and to manage resources and finances.
Members are the elected representatives of the congregation. Please contact them regarding your comments, concerns, and suggestions.
Members of the Vestry
Senior Warden
Dan
The senior warden is the primary elected lay leader of the congregation, serving as a principal liaison between the parish and the rector.
Term expires in January 2026.
Rector (Ex Officio)
Rev. Chris Boehm Carlson
Junior Warden
Marilyn
The Junior Warden assists the Senior Warden as necessary, keeps abreast of vestry business, and is prepared to assume Senior Warden duties if called upon.
Term Expires in January 2025
Members-at-Large
Voting Members of the Vestry who commit themselves to the concept of partnership between vestry and clegy leaders, recognizing the success of an inclusive model of leadership relies on everyone's participation.
Wanda
Term Expires in January 2027
Joe
Term Expires in January 2028
Mary
Term Expires in January 2028
Appointees of the Vestry
One Year Terms, Expiring at the Annual Meeting Date
Building and Grounds
Violet
This is an appointed position of the Vestry. She has responsibility for the upkeep of the parish buildings and grounds.
Trust Officer
Ed
The Trust Officer shall have custody of all monies of the parish and shall give bond in such sum and with such sureties as the Vestry may require, conditioned upon the faithful performance of the duties of his/her office. He/She shall keep regular books of account and shall submit them, together with all vouchers, receipts, records, and other papers, to the Vestry for the examination and approval as often as they may require, and shall perform all such other duties as are incident to his/her office.
Teller
Wanda
The teller is an appointed position of the Vestry. She is responsible for the collection and deposit of contributions, working closely with the treasurer.
Vestry Appointed Delegate to the Minnesota Episcopal Convention
Delegate
Judy
Delegate 2003-2005
Vestry Appointed Communication Support Services
Webmaster/Scheduling
Dan
The Website Specialist develops and maintains the website.
Social Media
Laura
The Social Media Specialist develops and maintains the church Facebook page and adds human interest features to the church website.
Clerk of the Vestry
Nancy
The clerk or secretary of the parish vestry records minutes of the vestry meetings. These minutes are approved by the vestry and kept in the permanent records of the parish. The clerk may or may not be a member of the vestry.
Musical Support Services
Vocalist
Laura
The vocalist leads singing at services.
Organist
Kristi
The organist provides musical accompaniment for the congregation at services.