499… That’s how many sermons our certified lay speakers reported preaching last year. Certified lay speakers travel across their districts—and sometimes beyond—to fill pulpits for pastors. 70 hours… That’s how […]
Announcements
Beginning the 2025 Lay Equalization Process
In 2021, our Annual Conference adopted a Lay Equalization Plan (LEP) that helps guide the nomination and selection process for At-Large Lay Members to our annual conference. The purpose of this plan […]
Announcing Spring Quarter Lay Servant Ministries Classes
With four online options and three in-person classes, there’s something for everyone. This quarter offers a variety of opportunities, from exploring the basics of lay ministry to sharpening skills in areas like public prayer, worship, and preaching. You’ll also find classes that focus on personal prayer and ministry with older adults.
Become a Safe Sanctuaries Champion – Free Book!
Equip your church to protect the vulnerable and foster a safe, welcoming environment.
The Lay Servant Ministries team is offering a half-day Zoom course—open to clergy and laity alike—designed to train you to become a Safe Sanctuaries champion in your congregation.
As a special incentive, the NC Conference Safe Sanctuaries Team will provide a free copy of the new Safer Sanctuaries book to the first 15 churches with a registered participant.
Don’t wait—register today and claim your copy!
Announcing Winter Quarter Lay Servant Ministries Classes
Your Lay Servant Ministries team is pleased to announce six courses for our 2024-2025 Winter Quarter. Winter is the perfect season to settle in with a warm drink and deepen your learning from home. Five of our six classes are online, including a self-paced course. Soul Reset will be offered as a two-week journey that invites you to slow down, look inward, and reconnect with God.
Announcing Fall Quarter Lay Servant Ministries Classes
Your Lay Servant Ministries team is pleased to announce five courses for our 2024 Fall Quarter. These classes are open and available to all UMC laity, whether or not you have taken a class with us before.