![]() Dear All Saints' 'Ohana, Since becoming a member of All Saints' back in 2003, I have served on the vestry in one capacity or another just about every year. It is my belief that vestry service needs to be personally fulfilling, life-giving, and fun. It is an awesome responsibility to help lead a congregation, especially in times such as these when the congregation is growing and transforming . Amid this period of transformation, especially as we rebuild, renew, restore, and enhance the physical space of the church, we are also seeking to help our congregation to grow and thrive. Many people find transformation exciting and invigorating; however, for others, it can be challenging. New ideas, new approaches, and new people can create anxiety and stress. Yet, with new vitality comes incredible opportunities for innovation and new ways of being the Body of Christ in the world. To serve on the Vestry is both an amazing opportunity and a significant privilege. While it is an honor to be elected to serve on Vestry, the role is not an honorary position-it comes with expectations and responsibilities. Those who serve on the Vestry of All Saints' are expected to participate in the broad life of our church. Regular attendance at worship services and Vestry meetings is the cornerstone of a Vestry member's duties. In addition, vestry members will be called upon to exercise servant leadership by example and by participating in both the business and spiritual life of the church. A simplified Vestry member job description might look like the following:
The work of the Vestry is for everyone-young and young at heart. Whether you have been at All Saints' a lifetime or just a little while, you might be called by God to serve on the Vestry. All of us have very busy lives and lots of demands on our time and energy, but if you can bring a sense of joy and wonder to your work on the Vestry, you will be doing a great service for yourself, your family, and the entire All Saints' 'Ohana. We invite you to submit your name for consideration to be on Vestry. Applications are available at the entrance of the Church (look for the pink form) or can be downloaded. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to speak to Fr. Ryan or Vestry members including myself. Mau loa me ke maluhia aloha - always with loving peace. David Murray Senior Warden GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR ALL VESTRY MEMBERS All vestry members should strive to the best of their abilities to:
All vestry members should be able to make the following time commitments:
All vestry members are responsible for:
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