Nominations Deadline: Friday, November 17, 2023
Do you feel called to leadership at St. Stephen’s? Do you know someone who would make a great leader in our parish? Now is the time to let the light shine!
We are calling for nominations to leadership roles to begin service in February 2024 as we continue to support vibrant life and growth at St. Stephen’s. We ask each of you to prayerfully consider volunteering yourself, or recommending others. Our goal is to fill these positions with qualified parishioners while achieving a balance of life stage, skill sets, and passions.
So, how should you respond to this request?
LEARN. Learn about the roles available. Scroll down for full descriptions of each committee. We are filling positions on each of the following committees
- Vestry– Oversees the spiritual and financial health of the church
- Finance Committee– Oversees our budget and finances
- Stephen’s Fund– Oversees our Bridge Builders Legacy Giving program and endowment funds
- Stewardship Committee– Oversees annual giving
- Outreach/Mission Committee– Oversees service ministries
- Officer: Clerk of the Parish – Oversees the record of Vestry actions and meeting minutes
PRAY. Is God calling you to leadership? Who is God leading you to nominate? There may be several people you believe are good candidates for these positions. Ask God to guide you in your own discernment and in talking to others about a call to leadership with St. Stephen’s Church. All nominees should be active and pledging members of the church. If you are submitting someone else’s name, please ensure the person is aware of your recommendation prior to submitting it.
ACT. Complete the online nomination form to share a nomination. Submission deadline: Friday, November 17
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. The committee will meet on the following dates at 7:00 PM: Monday, November 20th, and Monday November 27th, and Monday, December 11th.
