Vestry Corner ~ January 2025

A Season of New Beginnings

Dear Parishioners,

As we step into the promising year of 2025, we are filled with joy and gratitude to have so many of our
beloved family and friends by our side. Reflecting on the past month, December was truly a time of
warmth and celebration as we gathered together for beautiful Christmas services. We extend our
thanks to all those who worked tirelessly throughout the season to make our Church Parish shine with
hospitality, love, and the spirit of community. Your dedication and hard work did not go unnoticed, and
we are deeply grateful for the care you’ve given to our shared space.

As we turn the page to the new year, January brings with it a busy yet exciting time for our Parish. The
Vestry will be engaged in several important rounds of business, including confirming the total amount
of pledges received for 2025. These meetings will allow us to craft a balanced budget that supports our
goals and ministry in the year ahead. Once the budget is finalized, we will present it to the
congregation during our Annual Meeting. Additionally, we will be voting on the new Vestry class to join
us in leadership. Please make a note on your calendar for Sunday, January 26th, as we come together
to hold this important gathering. We encourage all members of the Parish to attend, participate, and be
part of the decisions that will guide us forward.

The start of a new year is traditionally a time for self-reflection, renewal, and personal growth. In the
spirit of this tradition, the Vestry has decided to dedicate time to collective reflection. Later this month,
the Vestry will come together with the Foundation Committee for an evening workshop focused on
sharing ideas, visions, and aspirations for the future of Parish. During this quiet, thoughtful session, we
hope to engage in meaningful reflection that will help us identify new and effective ways to improve
our Parish, ensuring that it remains a place of welcome, spiritual nourishment, and support for all who
enter.

As the end of year approaches, the Vestry remains busy with work on next year’s budget, with our current revenues and expenses, with educational programming for all ages, with the use and maintenance of our buildings, and with the well-being of our Clergy and Staff. Our Annual Meeting will be held on Sunday, January 26th, in the Sanctuary following the church service. While all Vestry meetings are open to all parishioners, the Annual Meeting is a good opportunity to voice concerns and ask questions.

We look forward to a year of growth, connection, and new beginnings. We pray 2025 will be a year of
blessings, deepening faith, and continued service to one another in our community

Sincerely,

Alex Murchison, Senior Warden

Rachel Colonna, Junior Warden

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