Called to Lead? Nominate Leaders for 2026
Do you feel called to leadership at St. Stephen’s? Or do you know someone whose gifts and passion make them a great fit to serve? Now is the time to let your light shine!
We’re seeking nominations for parish leadership roles beginning in February 2026, as we continue building a vibrant, faithful, and growing community. We invite you to prayerfully consider volunteering yourself or recommending others. Our goal is to fill these positions with dedicated parishioners who bring diverse life experiences, skills, and perspectives to our shared ministry.
How to Take Part
LEARN.
Scroll down for full role descriptions. We’re filling positions on these committees:
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Vestry – Oversees the spiritual and financial health of the church
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Finance Committee – Manages our budget and financial planning
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Stephen’s Fund – Oversees our Bridge Builders Legacy Giving and endowment funds
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Stewardship Committee – Guides annual giving and generosity initiatives
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Outreach/Mission Committee – Directs service and community engagement ministries
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Officer: Clerk of the Parish – Maintains Vestry records and meeting minutes
PRAY.
Ask God to guide your discernment — whether in stepping forward yourself or nominating someone else. Consider who among us might be called to lead with wisdom, compassion, and faith.
ACT.
Share your nomination(s) using the online form by Sunday, November 16. All nominees should be active, pledging members of St. Stephen’s. If nominating someone else, please speak with them first to ensure they are open to serving.
Together, let’s lift up leaders who will help shape the next chapter of St. Stephen’s story.
LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES BY ROLE
VESTRY
The Vestry oversees the well-being of the church. Responsibilities:
1) Prepare for and attend monthly evening meetings
2) Think clearly and corporately about the business of “running the church” and about its spiritual health
3) Engage in the life of the parish through regular church attendance and participation in other ministries of the church
Valuable Experience/Skills: Love of God and our church, organizational development, strategic planning, non-profit or corporate governance, small business management, volunteer recruitment/retention, spiritual practices
Time Commitment: Monthly meetings, periodic retreats, and other projects or committee work. The total time commitment is ~ 3-4 hours per month.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
The Finance Committee oversees our budget and finances. Responsibilities:
1) Review monthly financial statements
2) Assist in preparing the annual budget and three-year forecast
3) Review accounting practices, capital project budgets, financing plans, and insurance coverage
Valuable Experience/Skills: Finance, accounting, budgeting
Time Commitment: Monthly meetings, plus 2-3 hours per month on ad-hoc meetings, special projects, and meetings with staff members
STEPHEN’S FUND COMMITTEE
The St. Stephen’s Fund Committee oversees the church’s endowment. Responsibilities:
1) Participate in marketing, awareness, and recruiting to encourage gifts to increase long-term assets; thank and honor current donors through Bridge Builders’ activities
2) Monitor fund performance
3) Ensure funds are disbursed according to donors’ directions
Valuable Experience/Skills: Fundraising, planned giving, communications, event planning
Time Commitment: Monthly meetings plus occasional project work
STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE
The Stewardship Committee runs the annual pledge campaign. Responsibilities:
1) Plan annual pledge campaign based on best practices, previous year pledge analysis
2) Develop theme and materials
3) Acknowledge and thank donors
Valuable Experience/Skills: Fundraising, event planning, database management, project management
Time Commitment: Monthly meetings, plus an additional 2-3 hours per month, especially from mid-August through February
OUTREACH COMMITTEE
The Outreach/Mission Committee helps the people of St. Stephen’s serve the community beyond our walls. Responsibilities:
1) Support Outreach fundraising efforts Identify ministries to support financially
2) Facilitate and publicize opportunities for service
3) Think strategically about Outreach’s role at St. Stephen’s
4) Identify ministries to support financially and participate in the grant award process
Valuable Experience/Skills: Community service, volunteer recruitment/retention, event planning, strategic planning, fundraising
Time Commitment: Monthly meetings plus an additional 10-20 hours per year on specific initiatives
NOMINATION COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Our Nominating Committee will meet to review and finalize a slate of candidates. First meeting date: November 5, 2025
