There are thousands of lay ministers using their gifts in a wide variety of different
Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility The Diocese of Norwich is committed to the safeguarding, care and
If you believe you are called to ministry, there are many ways to serve and paths to follow.
Are you thinking about a vocation in ordained or lay ministry? The Shared Vocation Space brings together the resources to support those wanting to explore a calling towards lay or ordained public ministry in our diocese.
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.
The Bishop’s Adviser for Licensed Lay Ministers acts on behalf of the diocesan bishop in all matters relating to licensed lay ministry.