Applications Open:

Vestry & Diocesan Convention Delegates

- Apply now through September 13 -

Dear friends,


Every year, we hold a search for two important lay leadership roles: Vestry members and Diocesan Convention delegates.


Applications are now open, and the Nominating Committee is actively seeking new lay leaders of varied backgrounds to represent the richness and diversity of the Trinity community.


We are looking for a broad diversity of age, gender identity, socioeconomic background, ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, and persons with disabilities. The Vestry is willing to assist potential candidates to address barriers that might restrict participation.


Candidates must be grounded in their faith and the Episcopalian tradition, a pledging member and communicant in good standing (attending services four or more times per year), and passionate about Trinity and leading its future. They must be willing and able to commit to the hours of service involved.


Above all, we are looking for Trinitarians who live by the values of this community: respect, compassion, integrity, justice, inclusion, stewardship, and radical hospitality. You may nominate yourself, or you can nominate someone who you think would be a good fit.


Applications close Sunday, September 13. For more information, send me an email or talk with any Vestry member.

— Denise Myrick

Nominating Committee Chair & Vestry member

What are these roles?
Why do they matter?

Vestry Members


The Vestry is Trinity’s elected governing board, responsible for overseeing finances, facilities, and the health of the overall organization. Members serve a three year term.


Helpful (but not required) experience might include nonprofit management, finance, communications, fundraising, or experience expanding diversity in leadership. Ideal candidates are thoughtful, open-minded, curious, and committed to the well-being of the whole community.

Diocesan Convention

Delegates


Our Diocesan Delegates represent Trinity at Diocesan Convention, a gathering of clergy and lay representatives from churches across the Episcopal Church in Western Oregon. The Convention is held annually in mid-fall and occasionally in special sessions.


Delegates help shape the wider church by voting on resolutions, electing diocesan leadership, and sharing Trinity’s voice in diocesan-wide decisions.

What happens next?

Once nominations close on September 13 (Welcome Sunday), the Nominating Committee (made up of six Vestry members, the Senior Warden, the Junior Warden, the Dean, and six members of the congregation elected at the Annual Meeting) will review all submissions.


Each nominee’s responses will be thoughtfully considered, and the Committee may reach out with follow-up questions or for further conversation.


All candidates will be notified whether their nomination was accepted no later than December 1. New Vestry members and delegates will be elected by the congregation at the Annual Meeting in January.

Questions or concerns?


If you have any questions about the process or whether these roles might be a good fit for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Denise Myrick, Chair of the 2026 Nominating Committee, or speak with any past or current Vestry member.


You are also welcome to talk with Dean Brendan or any member of the Trinity staff.

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