From the Rector

Dear Friends,

What a winter it has been so far. We had a stunning Christmas season as usual, and the annual meeting went off without a hitch. Thanks to all who make it look effortless--which we all know it is not! I am looking forward to working with Jane as Senior Warden, and Scott as Churchwarden, as well as our new and continuing Vestry members as we seek to spread God's love and steward our historic church.

With all that has been accomplished so far, Pete and I are going to take a little break. We will be away next week visiting friends and family. We will fly to Atlanta, where we will spend time with our goddaughters, whom we haven't seen since they moved away from Philadelphia a few years ago. We will then drive to Charleston, SC, where parishioner Paula has so kindly offered us a room in her apartment. We are looking forward to exploring all that historic city has to offer.

Please welcome the Rev. Ronnie Stout-Kopp, who will be returning to St. Mary's to cover the services. Fr. Ed will be available for any pastoral needs that may arise in my absence. We will return on February 6th.

Blessings,
Father Rick

Annual Meeting

Our Annual Parish Meeting was held on Sunday, January 18, at 11:30am, in person in Bentley Hall. The Vestry provided a sumptuous spread. At the meeting, we conducted the annual business of the parish and elected a Churchwarden (Scott Mullins) and Vestry members (Jock MacKinnon, Larry Bull, Rob Person, and Agnes Turner). We also reviewed the progress of our parish over the past year and goals for the future. Special recognition was given to outgoing Senior Warden, Lili Neuhauser. Here is the link to watch the meeting and review the budget and committee reports.

Administrator and Sunday School Positions Open

St. Mary's-in-Tuxedo is seeking to fill two open positions, Parish Administrator and Sunday School Teacher. We will consider candidates who are interested in filling one or both positions together.

The Sunday School Teacher is a part-time role (4 hours per week) that reports to the Rector and is accountable for delivering engaging, age-appropriate, Bible-based lessons, fostering a safe and welcoming spiritual environment, managing the classroom, building relationships with children and parents, and supporting church activities, all while embodying Christian principles and ensuring Christian formation through teaching God's Word. Key duties include lesson planning, leading interactive activities (crafts, music, skits), maintaining discipline, managing childcare assistants, and communicating with parents.

The Parish Administrator is a part-time role (14-16 hours per week) that reports to the Rector and provides general office support to the staff, committees, and congregation, in order to support the ministries and mission of St. Mary’s. This work includes, but is not limited to: data and records management, phone and email support, supplies and vendor management, communications work, managing use of church space by parish and outside groups, supporting church ministries and committees, and collaborating with volunteers. The Parish Administrator will be a resource person for both members and non-members, and a welcoming and responsive presence in our church’s office.

Here is the link to the position descriptions. Please apply and/or send any questions to info@stmtux.org.

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