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The vestry is a group of twelve laypersons whom, as representatives
of all the members of the parish, meet once a month with the Rector and
wardens to oversee the affairs of the parish. Elections are held
in January each year. Men and women of the parish are encouraged
to become active in the life of the parish and joining the vestry is a
good start. Pray about it.
Anyone interested in becoming a member of the Vestry can make their
desires known to the
Secretary or any member of the existing Vestry. As a
member of the Vestry you will be expected to do several things. If you
are seriously considering this ministry, a
guidance
for prospective vestry nominees is available below. Elections are held
in January at the annual All Parish meeting.
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Member Name
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Responsibility
or Committee
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Term |
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Rev. Sherrill Page |
Rector |
2011 - |
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Jim Kenney
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Senior Warden
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2010 - 2013 |
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Sharon Harms
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Junior Warden
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2008 - 2012 |
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Donna Miles |
Treasurer |
2009 - 2012 |
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Michael Cahall |
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2009 - 2012 |
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Kae Clarke |
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2010 - 2013 |
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Tricia Kocka |
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2008 - 2012 |
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Anne Marum |
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2011 - 2014 |
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Tim Matthews |
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2011 - 2014 |
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George Merchant |
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2011 - 2014 |
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Annelise Wilcox |
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2010 - 2013 |
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Karol Wolgemuth
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2011 - 2014 |
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Brian Kocka
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Youth Representative |
2011 - 2012 |
Standing for Diocesan and Region VI Convention Representative
for 2011 is Margaret Maupin
Guidance for Prospective
Vestry Members
As a member of the Vestry you will be expected to:
• Serve at least one full year of a three year term which begins
in January
• Attend monthly Vestry meetings, normally held on the second Monday
of each month from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.
• Participate in special Vestry meetings and conferences as called
including one or two weekend retreats
• Provide active leadership for the congregation during your service
on the Vestry
• Serve as Vestry liaison for at least one parish committee
• Share the responsibility for overseeing church financial affairs
• Give of your time, talent and treasure on a percentage basis make
a prayerfully written financial pledge
• Attend regular worship services
• Participate in as many church activities as possible such as Lenten
services, potluck suppers, retreats, special programs, etc.
• Attempt to know and help involve as many persons in the congregation
as possible
• Be responsible for greeting newcomers, getting to know more old-timers
and generally doing whatever is needed to further fellowship within the
church
• Be present for the annual congregational meeting, normally on the
3rd Sunday in January
• Subscribe to the canonically required Vestry declaration, which is:
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"In the presence of Almighty God, I do solemnly promise and declare
that I will faithfully execute the office of Vestryman of Patuxent Parish,
in St. Mary's County, without prejudice, favor or affection, according
to the best of my skill and judgment. And I further declare my belief in
the Christian religion." |
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