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Since the start of the Church, there have been different ways for Christians to help carry out its mission in the world. In the Anglican Church, one of those ways is Licensed Lay Ministry. Lay people may take on specific roles that help their parish carry out its mission. This doesn’t replace ordained ministers. It is one more way for lay people to carry out the mission of the church. If you're a lay person, do you feel called to take on a deeper role in your church? If you are a clergy leader do you feel this kind of ministry would enrich your community?
If you are a lay person in a parish and feel called to Licensed Lay Ministry, or if you are clergy leadership in a parish and see opportunities for this type of ministry in your parish, read the information booklet on Licensed Lay Ministry prepared by the Diocese.
Training for the various Licensed Lay Ministries is offered through the Diocesan Learning Centre. Use the link below to explore the on-demand training modules offered by the learning centre.
Please make sure you have read the Diocesan guide to Licensed Lay Ministries, available here.
If you have trained Lay Ministers who meet all of the criteria for their roles in your parish, click on the button below to apply for a license from the Bishop's office.
Please note: Communion Administrators have a slightly different licensing process. To apply for a license for Communion Administrators, please click on the button below.
