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Meet The Vestry

Under the Canons of the Episcopal Church, the Vestry of St. John's Parish is responsible for the economic health of the Parish and for providing support for the ministry of the clergy. The Vestry consists of the two wardens and six members who are elected by the members of the congregation. The eight members serve staggered terms. Vestry members are eligible to serve two consecutive 3-year terms as voted by the congregation and the Wardens can serve up to two consecutive 2-year terms.

 
 

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Left to Right (Standing): Carole Moore; Afotan Fadairo; Howard Harding; Gwendolyn Cardoza (Warden); The Rev. Canon Father Jerrick F. Rayside; Sybil Jeffrey; Cynthia Stephens (Warden); Monica Leslie-Harrison (Clerk of the Vestry); Juliet Igbanugo
Left to Right (Seated): Eutrice Belfon; Barbara Taylor (Treasurer)


Vestry Members
Installation 2017
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Vestry Installation - Sunday, 1/22/2017
Congratulations to all our Vestry Members on their Installation this past Sunday.
Under the Canons of the Episcopal Church, the Vestry of St. John's Parish is responsible for the economic health of the Parish and for providing support for the ministry of the clergy. The Vestry consists of the two wardens and six members who are elected by the members of the congregation. The eight members serve staggered terms. Vestry members are eligible to serve two consecutive 3-year terms as voted by the congregation and the Wardens can serve up to two consecutive 2-year terms.

 

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Vestry
Installation 2016
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Vestry Installation - Sunday, 1/31
Congratulations to all our Vestry Members on their Installation this past Sunday.
Under the Canons of the Episcopal Church, the Vestry of St. John's Parish is responsible for the economic health of the Parish and for providing support for the ministry of the clergy. The Vestry consists of the two wardens and six members who are elected by the members of the congregation. The eight members serve staggered terms. Vestry members are eligible to serve two consecutive 3-year terms as voted by the congregation and the Wardens can serve up to two consecutive 2-year terms.

 

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Vestry
Installation 2015
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Installation of the Members of St. John's Episcopal Church Vestry Members was held today, Sunday, March 22nd, 2015 during Mass. Congratulations to the new vestry members.

 

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Honoring
Women Wardens
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On March 16, in honor of National Women's History Month, the Cultural Committee of St. Joseph's Episcopal Church, Queens Village, honored women wardens from the Jamaica Deanery. The celebration, entitled "Celebrating Women of Character, Courage, and Commitment," included scripture readings, dance, and musical performances; the guest speaker was the Ven. Patricia A. Malcolm, Archdeacon of the Diocese of Delaware.
The wardens were recognized for providing exceptional leadership in helping determine the policies and goals for their congregations; they were also cited for working diligent¬ly to create an environment where spiritual life can flourish. A Jerusalem Cross and a Citation of Honor from the Queens Borough President, Ms. Melinda Katz, was presented to the awardees for their outstanding service as Wardens.
The women recognized and honored, as follows: St. James the Less, Jamaica: Ms. Gloria Wade; St. John's, Springfield Gardens: Ms. Cynthia Stephens, Ms. Barbara Taylor, Ms. Gwendolyn Cardoza, and Ms. Phyllis White; St. Joseph's, Queens Village: Ms. Johanna Valentine, Ms. An¬gela Brown; St. Stephen's, Jamaica: Ms. Veronica James; St. David's, Cambria Heights: Dr. Betty Carrington, Ms. Lois Rodney; St. Alban the Martyr, St. Albans: Ms. Joan King, Ms. Jacqueline George; St. Gabriel's, Hollis: Ms. Melissa Gill, Ms. Daphne Small; St. Peter's, Rosedale: Ms. Brenda Innis, Ms. Linda Fraser; and Grace, Jamaica: Ms. Yvonne Duffus.


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St. John's Episcopal Church held its Vestry Installation ceremony on Sunday, January 13th during mass. Congratulations to all our Vestry Members, both newly assigned members and those who are continuing on this journey. Under the Canons of the Episcopal Church, the Vestry of St. John's Parish is responsible for the economic health of the Parish and for providing support for the ministry of the clergy. The Vestry consists of the two wardens and six members who are elected by the members of the congregation. The eight members serve staggered terms. Vestry members are eligible to serve two consecutive 3-year terms as voted by the congregation and the Wardens can serve up to two consecutive 2-year terms.


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St. John's Newly
Appointed Vestry Members
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L-R:
Veronica Hall (Vestry Member), Gwendolyn Cardoza (Warden), Roland Carter (Vestry Member)


On Sunday, January 26th, 2014, St. John's held a special election to fill two vestry vacancies and one warden position. Congratulations to our newly appointed members: Gwendolyn Cardoza (Warden), Veronica Hall & Roland Carter (vestry members). The date of the Formal Installation our our newly assigned members will be announced soon. Under the Canons of the Episcopal Church, the Vestry of St. John's Parish is responsible for the economic health of the Parish and for providing support for the ministry of the clergy. The Vestry consists of the two wardens and six members who are elected by the members of the congregation. The eight members serve staggered terms. Vestry members are eligible to serve two consecutive 3-year terms as voted by the congregation and the Wardens can serve up to two consecutive 2-year terms. CLICK HERE For Vestry Page


Vestry
Installation 2014
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Installation of the Members of St. John's Episcopal Church Vestry Members was held today, Sunday, February 9th, 2014 during Mass. Congratulations to the new vestry members (Veronica Hall, Roland Carter) and new warden (Gwendolyn Cardoza).

 

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St. John's Community Service Newsletter

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Missional Vitality - Community Service
In his January address to the 146th Convention of the Diocese of Long Island, Bishop Provenzano welcomed us to engage two imaginative tasks as a diocese. One of which was that all congregations and leaders spend the season of Easter in mission discernment, framed by this provocative question "How does this congregation serve God's mission to God's people in this community?" In keeping with the requests and directions of Bishop Provenzano's request, our Church held a community outreach meeting on Sunday, May 19th after Mass in our undercroft. In attendance were members of our congregation, members of our community who were visiting St. John's for the first time as well as returning guests to our Church. The meeting opened with thought provoking questions and highlights from our resident priest Father Jerrick F. Rayside. Father Rayside called upon us to focus on how our church is perceived by our community and how we can further engage our efforts in partaking more in the community and making our Church and our mission known. We then continued with group participation in order to get everyone engaged in the discussions. Continued: CLICK LINK BELOW TO READ NEWSLETTER

St. John's Community Service Newsletter May 2013


Adopt-A-Family
Christmas 2013
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Members of St. John's Episcopal Church took part in our annual Adopt-A-Family Christmas event by donating Christmas gifts for two families this year. This year we had one family from our local PS 37 community and the other from the Diocese. Thanks to everyone who took part in this special endeavor. Merry Christmas everyone and God Bless!

 

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Christmas Party
& Tree Lighting 2013
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The Springfield Gardens Taxpayers & Citizens Association in conjunction with St. John's Episcopal Church held their annual Christmas Tree Celbration and Tree Lighting on Saturday, December 21st, 2013 from 4PM to 7PM. The event had Christmas Carolling, Food and Christmas Treats for all in attendance. Please join us at next year's event!


 


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The Springfield Gardens Taxpayers & Citizens Association in conjunction with St. John's Episcopal Church held their annual Christmas Tree Celbration and Tree Lighting on Saturday, December 21st, 2013 from 4PM to 7PM. The event had Christmas Carolling, Food and Christmas Treats for all in attendance. Please join us at next year's event! Click Here For More Pictures

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Congregational Meeting
October 27th, 2013
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St. John's held our annual congregational meeting on Sunday, October 27th immediately following mas. Thanks to everyone who stayed to learn about all the events that occurred in 2013. Leaders of all ministries and programs were in attendance and shared their annual report. Ministries: ECW/Women's Ministries, Stewardship Committee, LEM/Lay Readers, Altar Guild, Health, Sunday School, Praise Dance, Bible Study, Social Media Network, Youth, Young Adult, Ushers, Girl Scouts, Brotherhood, Needlework etc.  Please note that the Current Vestry Members will continue to serve St. John's for the next year. See more Ministry Details at the Link on our home page or navigational bar.


 

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Vestry
Elections
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On Sunday, October 27th, we will have our elections and annual meeting. Leaders of all ministries and programs are expected to submit a written report of the year's activities by October 15th. Please start thinking about serving on the vestry. There will be openings for two vestry members in October. This is an important ministry in the Church, one which impacts on the future of this parish. What is your vision for the future of St. John's? Serve on the vestry and have a voice! VISIT OUR VESTRY PAGE
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Diocese of Long Island
Persons of full age belonging to the parish, who have been baptized dare regular attendants at its worship and contributors to its support for at least twelve months prior to such election or special meeting or since the establishment of such parish, shall be qualified voters at any such election special meeting. Whenever so permitted by the canons of the diocese, persons of less than full age, but of the age of eighteen years or more, and having like qualifications except as to age, may vote at the annual elections d special meetings of any parish of such diocese, whenever such parish shall so determine in the manner provided in said section forty-six. The action of an annual or special meeting upon any matter or question shall be decided by a majority of the qualified voters voting thereon. The polls of an election shall continue open for one hour and longer, in the discretion of the presiding officer, or if required, by a vote of a majority of the qualified voters present and voting. The Church wardens and vestrymen shall be elected by ballot from persons qualified to vote at such election, and no person shall be eligible for election as church warden, unless that person also be a confirmed communicant in the Protestant Episcopal church, nor be eligible for election as vestryman, unless that person shall have been baptized. Whenever so permitted by the canons of the diocese persons of less than full age but of the age of eighteen years or more and having like qualifications except as to age, shall be eligible for election as church warden or vestryman in any parish, whenever such parish shall so determine in the manner provided in said section forty-six.


Vestry Installation
January 13th, 2013
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Vestry Elections 2012!

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St. John's Episcopal Church held its Vestry Members elections today, Sunday, October 28th after Mass. We elected two vestry members and one warden. Congratualtions to Cynthia Stephens, Warden Elect; Patricia Hamlet and Howard Harding (both Vestry Elects). Installation will be held next Sunday, November 4th, 2012. Under the Canons of the Episcopal Church, the Vestry of St. John's Parish is responsible for the economic health of the Parish and for providing support for the ministry of the clergy. The Vestry consists of the two wardens and six members who are elected by the members of the congregation. The eight members serve staggered terms. Vestry members are eligible to serve two consecutive 3-year terms as voted by the congregation and the Wardens can serve up to two consecutive 2-year terms. CLICK HERE For Vestry Page


Staff: 
TBD
(Custodian)


Meet The Vestry
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Left to Right (Standing): Gwendolyn Cardoza (Warden); Veronica Hall (2016); Cynthia Stephens (Warden); Sybil Jeffrey; The Rev. Canon Father Jerrick F. Rayside; Howard Harding; Carol Moore; Monica Leslie-Harrison (Clerk of the Vestry); Afotan Fadairo
Left to Right (Seated): Barbara Taylor (Treasurer); Eutrice Belfon