Vergers

Registration for the 2026 VGEC Annual Conference is now open!

We can't wait to see you October 22-25, 2026 in Norfolk, Virginia.

Register today to let us know that you're coming!

https://www.vergers.org/annual-conference/2026-norfolk-virginia

A dear friend and longtime supporter of the Vergers Guild passed away this past Wednesday, Nov 26, after suffering a heart attack the previous Saturday. Richie will be missed by many throughout the guild. Vergers attending the funeral are asked to vest, process, and serve as and guard of honor. If you are able to attend, please contact Kyle Sabo at [email protected].

The service will be livestreamed at www.TrinityStJohns.org.

With a sad and grieving heart, I convey a dear friend, Dr. Torrence "Torry" Thomas, Head Cathedral Verger at the Washington National Cathedral passed away on Monday, November 17th. HIs funeral will be in the Nave of the National Cathedral on Tuesday, December 2nd at 11am.

Into your hands, O merciful Savior, we commend your servant, Torry. Acknowledge, we humbly beseech you, a sheep of your own fold, a lamb of your own flock, a sinner of your own redeeming. Receive him into the arms of your mercy, into the blessed rest of everlasting peace, and into the glorious company of the saints in light. Amen.

Awesome conference in Oklahoma City. Onward and forward to Norfolk Virginia next year, 22-25 Oct, 2026.

VGEC Member Bill Keese had this to share about our upcoming Annual Conference in Oklahoma City:

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The 2025 Annual Vergers Conference will be held October 9-12, 2025, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The conference will be held at St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral in Oklahoma City. I am planning to attend. Below is a link to register for the conference. The enrollment fee is $250.00.

The conference will have seminars and activities in Oklahoma City. The conference provides the opportunity for fellowship with fellow vergers from around the country. The conference ends with an 11:15 am Holy Eucharist service at St. Paul's Cathedral with a formal procession of the vergers into the nave. There will also be a group photo taken of the participants.

The link to register is here:

https://www.vergers.org/annual-conference/2025-oklahoma-city

These are pictures from the 2023 vergers conference held in San Diego, California.

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Thank you, Bill! We're looking forward to seeing you and everyone else in Oklahoma City.

Click the link and register today!

Hey Vergers! Have you seen the online conference promo magazine for the Annual Conference? It's full of helpful information, photos, maps, and more.

Check it out by clicking the link below.

This year's conference takes place October 9-12 in Oklahoma City. We can't wait to see you there!

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🎉 Special Announcement: Commissioning of a Verger at Sts. MM&M 🎉
We are delighted to announce that during our 10:30 AM service on Sunday, June 22, we will be commissioning Roger Vance as a verger at The Episcopal Church of Sts. Mary Magdalene & St. Martin in Coral Springs, Florida! (stmmcs.net)
The office of verger has deep historical roots in the Church, dating back to the Middle Ages in England. Originally responsible for the order and security of the church building and grounds, vergers traditionally led processions and helped maintain the dignity and flow of worship. In the Episcopal Church today, vergers continue this ministry of hospitality, reverence, and liturgical coordination—serving as quiet stewards behind the scenes and alongside the clergy to ensure our worship is both beautiful and seamless.
Please join us on June 22 as we prayerfully bless and commission Roger Vance, recognizing his call to serve God and our community in this sacred role. This will be a joyful and meaningful moment in the life of our parish!