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\n\t\t\n\t\t\tMay 2\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t @ \t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t10:00 am\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t – \t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t1:00 pm\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Note: There will also be an optional information session, 1pm\u20132pm<\/em><\/em>, for those interested in the 2026\u2013<\/em>2027 certified lay ministry <\/em>cohort. Applications for the next cohort are due in August.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

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NC Conference Building (Dixon Chapel)<\/a><\/h3>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\tGarner<\/span>,<\/span>\n\n\tNC<\/abbr>\n\n\t27529<\/span>\n\n\n<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/address>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n

All Christians are called to ministry.<\/strong> The work of the church is not just for pastors\u2014it is for all of us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join us for the Day of Discovery<\/strong>, a day to explore how God is calling you to serve as a layperson. Opening worship will feature Gateway District Superintendent David Blackman<\/strong>, followed by stories from Lay Servant Ministries district directors highlighting the paths of certified lay servants, lay speakers, and lay ministers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s no pressure, no expectation\u2014only an invitation<\/strong> to explore where God may be leading you. Whether you\u2019re just beginning to sense a nudge or you\u2019re actively seeking your next step, this day is for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What to Expect:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Understand Your Options<\/strong>
    Explore the differences between certified lay servants, certified lay speakers, and certified lay ministers, including what each role involves and how certification works.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Discern Your Call<\/strong>
    Listen for God’s voice through worship, shared stories, and guided reflection, and consider how God may be calling you to serve in this next season.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Connect and Share<\/strong>
    Engage in table conversations with Lay Servant Ministries district directors and other laity to build relationships, ask questions, and learn from shared experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Explore Certified Lay Ministry<\/strong>
    Join the optional afternoon session for a deeper look at the Certified Lay Minister Candidate Training Program, including prerequisites, time commitment, and the application process to discern whether this might be the right next step for you.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    Can’t Make it In Person? <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    For those unable to join us in Garner, we will host a shorter Zoom gathering on May 14, 6:30-8pm ET to introduce Lay Servant Ministries and explore your next steps. While the online version will not include all elements of the in-person Day of Discovery, it will provide a meaningful overview and opportunity for conversation. Learn more and register<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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