The Vestry
The Vestry is the legal representative of the parish with regard to all matters pertaining to its corporate property. The presiding officer of the Vestry is the Rector. 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.
There are nine members of the St. A’s Vestry. Each member is elected to a three-year term. Terms are staggered so that each year we elect three new Vestry members at our Annual Parish Meeting.
What is your Vestry working on?
For a full account of all that your Vestry undertakes, all of the minutes of Vestry meetings are available on this web page. Minutes are added after the Vestry has approved them (generally a month after each meeting date).
The Vestry’s work is guided by prayer. Every meeting begins with prayer and a meditation and concludes with a sending prayer.
Please pray for your Priest in Charge (Fr. Bill), Sue (Senior Warden), Patti (Junior Warden) Grant, Ron C., Maureen, Diane, Duane, Robin, Susan, Nanette (Treasurer), and Frank (Clerk)
Mission Statement
Wherever you are on your journey, you are welcome here!
We believe in a loving, liberating and life-giving God who extends welcome and dignity to all and asks us to tend to the wholeness of the Earth and all people. Jesus is our companion and guide, showing the way toward abundant love.
At St. Augustine’s in-the-Woods we cherish faith, family, community, and shared worship.
Policies and Procedures
St. Augustine’s in the Woods Episcopal Church affirms our mission in service of Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace and, therefore, declares that the presence of weapons (whether displayed or concealed) is inconsistent with our mission.
Adopted by the Vestry, May 20, 2025
Bylaws
Policies and Procedures for Key Holders
Mission Sunday Offering Policies and Procedures
IRS Policies on Political Campaigns and Charities
Church Communications and Publications Guidelines
Current Policy on Alcohol at church events
A statement of policy on site safety
Nominating Committee Policies and Procedures
Policies and Procedures for Public Event Safety and Security
Policies and Procedures for Service Safety and Security