Vestry Development Conferences

“What is vestry service? What is it not?”

Vestry Development Conferences Coming February 2019
Creating a Sustainable and Spirit Fueled Future for Your Congregation: Resilience and Hope

The Episcopal Church in Colorado is offering something new for vestries in 2019. Two Vestry Leadership Conferences at Cathedral Ridge will provide an opportunity for vestries to gather at a beautiful place with good food, fresh air, and great fellowship. The conferences—February 7-9 and 21-23, 2019—are for entire vestries from multiple congregations and will provide a retreat experience without all the planning!

Why should you attend?:

  • Your vestry will benefit from experienced facilitators, share with other vestries, and learn how to apply the concepts presented to your unique congregation.
  • The conference will provide time and space for your vestry to enjoy fellowship and planning time together free of distractions.
  • Your vestry will leave with a working plan for 2019, with clarity of identity, purpose, and vision.
  • Please note: Clergy leaders are required to attend.

Details:

  • Conferences run Thursday through Saturday.
  • Choose from one of two conferences: February 7-9 or February 21-23.
  • Conferences begin after dinner (on your own) at 7:30 pm.
  • Friday is a full day of worship, plenary sessions, and free time.
  • Conferences conclude on Saturday at noon, with boxed lunches, which may be taken with you or enjoyed at Cathedral Ridge.
  • Cost: $180/per person. This price includes 2 nights lodging and 5 meals, and all conference materials. There is a $30/per person discount for double rooms.

Next Steps:

  • If your vestry did not attend the Vestry 101 Workshops last spring, they must view the Vestry 101 Video and complete the modules listed
  • Reserve a space for your vestry by contacting Nancy McClung or Tracy Methe at 303-837-1173.
  • Nancy will provide a registration link to forward to all vestry members so they can register themselves.
  • Payment can be made on line by credit card or by mailing a check to the Office of the Bishop.
  • Registration and payment is due 3 weeks before the Conference you plan to attend. We realize new vestry members will be coming on board. Let us know how many and we will set aside space for them.
  • Space is limited, so call early to reserve for your vestry!

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