Lay ministry in its widest sense covers a huge range of roles and activities, but some of those roles need specialist training and authorisation through a licence from the Bishop.
In this section you’ll find links to explore more about those roles, the training that is available and other links and resources to support your discipleship and mission.
Learn more about this role, the selection procedure for becoming a Licensed Lay Minister (LLM) and resources for existing LLMs
See helpful links and further information for Lay Associate Ministers (LAMs)
Support and resources for Lay Pastoral Visitors, Occasional Preachers and Worship Service Leaders
Training
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The training, support and resources offered through the Diocese of Guildford are focused on three priorities of its vision and strategy:
Everyone is called into ‘ministry’ in its widest sense, loving and serving Jesus wherever you are, in whatever you do, seven days a week. Visit the ways in which you can grow and deepen you faith in the Growing disciples pages of the site.
Churches which successfully connect with their communities are dependent on Godly and able lay leadership. Explore the Growing community section of the site to browse lots of ways in which you can engage in wider community life and beyond.
Growing in diversity is about extending the widest and warmest welcome possible as a Church, welcoming people of different ages, ethnicities, abilities and backgrounds. Explore the Growing diversity pages for ideas, inspiration and practical things you can do to support your church in this area.
Contact
For training opportunities and queries about courses, contact the Diocesan Training Lead, Sarah Slater.