At St. Andrew’s (and in all Episcopal churches), the vestry is a group of elected church members who help lead and care for the parish. They work closely with the priest to support both the spiritual and practical life of the church.
What Does the Vestry Do?
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Helps make decisions about the church’s mission, ministries, and finances;
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Supports the priest and staff;
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Oversees the church property and budget;
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Represents the voice of the congregation.
Vestry members are active parishioners elected by the congregation. The team includes wardens (senior lay leaders), a treasurer, a clerk, and several vestry members, all serving rotating terms.
At its March 2026 retreat, the Vestry adopted its first Vestry Covenant, expressing a shared commitment to approach its work as a ministry grounded in prayer, mutual respect, and openness to the Holy Spirit. The Vestry also revisited and revised its Vestry Norms to place greater emphasis on thoughtful listening, mutual trust, and shared discernment, reflecting a growing understanding of Vestry leadership as both a spiritual calling and a responsibility to the parish.
- Liz Chatfield
- Bob O'Connor
- Kate Henderson
- Schuyler Widhalm
- Michael Schwarz
- Janice Crampton
- Lisa King
- Kelly Webster
- Lauren Dodington
- Cathy Golden
- Gary Naegel
- Alternates: Louise Beecher, Jess Baycroft
- Clara Tardie
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St. Andrew's Episcopal Church