Licensed Lay Ministers

Students follow a two year programme which is delivered in partnership with the Eastern Region Ministry Course.

A Licensed Lay Minister (or Reader) is a lay leader who has been identified, trained, and licensed by the Bishop in order to: teach the faith; enable mission; and lead in church and society.

Being a Licensed Lay Minister is both and exciting and demanding experience. We are looking for people with the potential to fulfil the threefold ministry.

View the contact details for Licensed Lay Minister Sub-Wardens, Area Representatives, and those on the Licensed Lay Ministers’ Committee.

Grant aid is available to help Licensed Lay Ministers cover the costs of their continuing ministerial development.

All Licensed Lay Ministers in the diocese are encouraged to have a Working Agreement with their Incumbent / Priest-in-Charge and to review this as part of a Ministerial Development Review at least every two years.

The Bishop’s Adviser for Licensed Lay Ministers acts on behalf of the diocesan bishop in all matters relating to licensed lay ministry.

Events, training and learning opportunities which may be of interest to Licensed Lay Ministers.