vergers

Photoessay: Vergers at the Vigil

If you visit Episcopal Cathedrals around the country, you will find that although we are a relatively small Cathedral, we have a mighty Verger Corps (see here for more about the vergers’ roles).  Your vergers are responsible for the smooth running of the service, spending lots of time before, during and after the service, to ensure that … READ MORE…

The ministry of Verger: a testimony

The Vergers of St Paul’s Cathedral I think that, like submariners, our Vergers can be called the Silent Service.  They are always present, but seldom heard, unless on the very rare occasion when a lector is missing! The Verger’s Guild (VGEC) is writing a history of vergers in North America.  This builds on a wonderful … READ MORE…