Congregational Leaders Resources

for Vestries

Vestry Resource Guide
(from Forward Movement Publications) A helpful manual that covers subjects such as: the role and definition of a vestry; canons regarding clergy and vestry roles; job descriptions for wardens, treasurers and clerks; stewardship. Includes four brochures: What is a Vestry? What is a Congregation? What is a Diocese? and The Episcopal Church and the Anglican Communion.

The Vestry Papers

(from the Episcopal Church Foundation)  For vestries, wardens and clergy.  A national award winning newsletter designed to provide vestries with information that is spiritually grounded, yet offers practical illustrations and resources to assist them in their job as the elected lay leadership in their congregations.

Diocesan Resource Notebook

Topics included in the Diocesan Resource Notebook:

• Bishop Whittemore Foundation (grant information)

• Supply Clergy List

• Pastoral Care and Counseling Program

• Standing Committee

• Constitution and Canons

• Visitation Guidelines

• Clergy Compensation

• Licensed Ministry (application and guidelines)

• Delegate Form

• Request for Marriage Consent

• Vestry List Form

• Best Practice Policies for the Protection of Children and Youth

• Clergy Dating Policy

Book Suggestions for Leaders

click here to view the book resource page for vestries & congregational leaders