Vestry Papers is an award winning newsletter published by the Episcopal Church Foundation and is designed to provide vestries with information that is spiritually grounding, yet offers practical illustrations and resources to assist them in their job as the elected lay leadership in their congregations. It has over 1, 900 congregational subscribers and 28, 500 readers. This collection of the "Best of Vestry Papers" offers church leaders a convenient reference filled with expert advice -- a gathering in one place -- of useful tips on church management. The topics in this collection include: Spiritual Leadership Christian Formation Hospitality/Church Growth Church Finances Parish Dynamics Vestry Responsibilities Buildings and Grounds