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Authorised Worship Assistants

An Authorised Worship Assistant (AWA) is, within his or her own benefice, able to assist the incumbent with the Ministry of the Word and in conducting worship.

Who to contact

Authorised Worship Assistant Co ordinator
Revd Susan Hemsley Halls
01508 528326
fhr.urzfyrlunyyf@qvbprfrbsabejvpu.bet

Booklets & documents to download

  • AWA Booklet
  • AWA Working Agreement (Example)
  • Lay Ministry Supervision Booklet
  • Commissioning of AWA – a sample Order of Service

In this section:

Becoming an AWA

This page is under construction, please visit again soon. 

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Courses and resources

The authorisation of an AWA involves a commitment to ongoing learning and development.

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Meet an AWA

Read the stories and experiences of current AWAs.

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The three year review

AWAs are authorised for a period of three years. Towards the end of this period, a letter will be received from the Bishop inviting the AWA to review their role if they and the parish wish the authorisation to be renewed.

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What is an AWA?

An Authorised Worship Assistant (AWA) is, within his or her own benefice, able to assist the incumbent with the Ministry of the Word and in conducting worship.

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Supervision for Lay Ministry

It is important that those who are authorised by the church for lay ministry are both supported by the church and are accountable to the church.

Please download these guidelines on supervision here.

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