Becoming a Diocesan Reader – information evening
Diocesan Readers are people in the Church of Ireland, from all walks of life, who are trained and licensed by the church to preach, teach and lead worship in a voluntary capacity.
If you think that God might be calling you to serve him more fully through a teaching and leadership role within the church, then Diocesan Lay Reader ministry may be for you.
You can ask questions and find out more at the information evening on Tuesday 24 November in the CIYD lounge, Church House at 7.30 pm.
Download the brochure and application form here
About
Readers are men or women, old or young, from a wide variety of backgrounds who have a significant role in the ministry of the church. They are authorised by the Bishop to preach, teach and lead services not just in their own parish but in other churches throughout the diocese. As such, Readers can be asked from time to time to support other churches in need of someone to help preach and read services.
As the role of a Diocesan Reader in teaching and leading is significant, potential Readers are given training in theology, ministry and preaching over a two year period before they are commissioned. Readers should also have the conviction that they are called to this role and so should have considered if they:
Have an active faith in prayer, study and ministry to others
Have a consistent involvement in ministry in their local church
Have a desire to teach, preach and communicate the faith biblically
Are prepared to commit their time and energy to this calling
Have the support of their rector and others around them in this calling
Please contact your rector to explore this further.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS 10 Dec 2015