What is the Vestry?

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?

  • Helps make decisions about the church’s mission, ministries, and finances; 

  • Supports the priest and staff; 

  • Oversees the church property and budget; 

  • 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.

St. Andrew's Vestry Members are:

Susan Wines | Co-Warden
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Laura Downes | Co-Warden
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Mary Potenziani | Treasurer
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Katie Swec | Clerk to the Vestry
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Members through 2027
  • Liz Chatfield
  • Bob O'Connor
Members through 2028
  • Kate Henderson
  • Schuyler Widhalm
  • Michael Schwarz
  • Janice Crampton
Members through 2029
  • Lisa King
  • Kelly Webster
  • Lauren Dodington
Delegates to Diocesan Convention (one-year terms)
  • Cathy Golden
  • Gary Naegel
  • Alternates: Louise Beecher, Jess Baycroft
Vestry Youth Representative (one-year term)
  • Clara Tardie