Dear Redeemer Family,
It’s that time of year again—time for us to prepare to thank two Vestry members (Carrie Finch and Frans Bax) for completing their three years of faithful service and time for us to vote in two new people.
Our Vestry Election takes place the Sunday before Holy Week, which is April 3rd this year. In between now and then, I would encourage you to prayerfully consider which two of the following five people would be best suited to serve and lead our parish in the coming years.
Dr. Jackie Griffith
Neighborhood: Glen Allen
Occupation: Therapist
Currently Serving Redeemer by:
Teaching classes.
David Williamson
Neighborhood: Bon Air
Occupation: Director of Content Strategy at Unboxed Technologies
Currently Serving Redeemer by:
Leading a Small Group
Alex Burlingame
Neighborhood: The Fan District
Occupation: Director of Sales & Marketing at Fringe
Currently Serving Redeemer by:
Leading a Small Group
Sarah Byrd
Neighborhood: Near West End
Occupation: Wealth Management Advisor at Alpha Advisors
Currently Serving Redeemer by:
Leading a Small Group
I can attest that each of these people is a mature, thoughtful, wise, compassionate follower of Jesus. There are no bad choices here! I want to remind us all that the Vestry election is not a popularity contest, but rather a matter of spiritual, strategic discernment.
As a reminder, here is a document that lays out the responsibilities of the Vestry. Please give a read if you need a refresher.
Carrie & Frans, thank you for your three years of service! It has been a joy to work with you! And to these five new candidates, thank you for allowing your names to go forward and your willingness to serve in the years ahead. We are grateful for your courage!
In the Father’s love,
