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Serving the Church
Laity
Lay Leader Formation
Process / Forms
Lay leaders have a strong desire to use their talents by helping others to use theirs. While they don't aspire to ordination, those who answer this call do want to exercise their ministry within the context of the Gospel. Therefore, they are willing to devote time and energy to developing their skills through the diocesan lay leader development program.
| Personal Traits |
Typical Duties |
| Capacity for lifelong learning |
Teaching |
| Coaching and mentoring skills |
Healthcare |
| Ability to communicate clearly |
Evangelism |
| Vision and creativity |
Administration |
| Self-awareness |
Translation |
| Leadership |
Social work |
| Pastoral skills |
Communication |
| Strong spiritual practices |
Spiritual direction |
| Familiarity with church doctrine |
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Process
It usually takes a little over a year to complete the required program at the Episcopal Leadership Institute. Applicants develop a ministry project while they participate in weekend workshop sessions, scheduled quarterly over a 12-month period.
| When |
Who |
What |
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You and your priest |
Form a Parish Discernment Committee to help you clarify your call |
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You and the Parish Discernment Committee |
Meet several times to discuss your call |
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You |
Continue working in your field |
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Rector and Vestry of your church |
Write a letter endorsing you as a participant in the Episcopal Leadership Institute |
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You |
Apply for admission to the Episcopal Leadership Institute |
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You |
Attend the Episcopal Leadership Institute while developing a ministry project |
| Annual Council meeting |
Bishop |
Commissions you as a lay leader |
Forms
Click below to download your application for the Episcopal Leadership Institute.
- Application Form - coming soon
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