The Reverend J. W. Mathieson installed Emmanuel's Vestry for 2012 during the service of Holy Eucharist on Sunday, January 8th. Returning members Janice Chaney, Beth Coles, Vic Millner, and Tred Hunt were joined by newly elected members Walter Coles, Sr. and Bill Simpson (pictured at right).
The Vestry oversees parish finances and buildings, chooses individuals for leadership positions including the rector, and serves as an advisory council to the rector. Vestry members are elected for staggered three-year terms with two new members joining the Vestry each year.
Prayer for the Vestry
O Eternal God, the foundation of all wisdom and the source of all courage: Enlighten with your grace the Vestry of this congregation, and so rule their minds, and guide their counsels, that in all things they may seek your glory and promote the mission of your church; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
