Discerning Leadership Opportunities at Saint Mark’s

I consider serving on Vestry as a ministry, a privilege and a joy. It’s a commitment of time and energy, but it is also incredibly rewarding. In the process of making decisions that affect every aspect of Saint Mark’s, we form bonds, learn, grow and make lasting connections. Our shared love for this place informs all that we do.

—Julia Logan (2018–21 & 2024–27) former Senior Warden and current Junior Warden

Serving on Vestry and/or as a Convention Delegate are significant leadership ministry opportunities that help define and articulate the mission of the church, steward our resources, and share team ministry with Saint Mark’s clergy and staff.

There will be four open positions on Vestry as members rotate off in January after serving their three-year term. Parish Bylaws require that two candidates are nominated for each open Vestry position, with the result that eight candidate opportunities are open. In the case of the Diocesan Convention Delegate slate there will be 12 open positions, as the Bylaws do not require a double slate of candidates for Delegates. Elections will occur at our Annual Parish Meeting on January 25, 2026.

Candidate slates for election to these positions are selected by the Nominating Committee, which is composed of parish members appointed each Fall by the Vestry.

Every Sunday in October, after the 9 and 11 a.m. services, members of the Nominating Committee or Vestry will be present in the Coffee Corner. Come by to learn about the experience of those who are currently serving. Pick up material that further clarifies the role and responsibilities of Vestry membership and Convention Delegate. Parish members can nominate themselves or another parish member for consideration by the committee by submitting a form (available at the table) or by email to: nominations@saintmarks.org

Nominating Committee Members: Jim Buskirk, Carrie Davis, Hilary McLeland-Wieser, Peter Snyder, Alexandra Thompson, Nancy Valaas, Greg Hamm (Chair), Dean Steve Thomason (ex officio)