Ministry of the Laity

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"But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s own people, In order that you may proclaim the mighty acts of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light." - I Peter 2:9


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Laity Sunday 2013 Suggested Worship Resources

Laity Sundy 2013 is October 20. Here are suggested worship resources.

 

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Lay Leader/Lay Member Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation

 

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Chuck Knows Lay Ministry

Around church you may be familiar with the term "laity" or "lay member," but what about a "Lay Minister?" What's that all about? Chuck -- GBOD's humorous philosopher, knower of church things and star of Chuck Knows Church -- tells all!

 

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Laity Sunday 2013 Poster, Bulletin Cover and Inserts

Color promotional materials for your church

 

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Laity Sunday Themes from 1929 - 2016

A record of themes for Laity Sunday from the beginning through the current quadrennium.

 

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What On Earth Is A Lay Servant?

The Past, Present and Future of Lay Servant Ministries

This PowerPoint presentation walks through a brief history of Lay Servant Ministries, explains the current status of this leadership development program and explores some important considerations for the future.

 

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Lay Servant Ministries Forms

From evaluations to checklists, find the forms you need for Lay Servant Ministries.

 

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Developing Effective Lay Leadership

Tips for choosing and supporting effective lay leaders in your congregation.

 

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Name Change: Lay Speaking Ministries to Lay Servant Ministries

In 2012, the General Conference of The United Methodist Church approved legislation to change the name of Lay Speaking Ministries to Lay Servant Ministries. For several quadrennia, various name changes had been proposed – none of which adequately described the role of this leadership development program. 

 

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History of Laity Sunday

What's the history of Laity Sunday? 

 

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Are you a Lay Leader, a Lay Member of Annual Conference or the Membership Secretary?

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Lay Leader
Lay Member of Annual Conference
Membership Secretary

Responding to World Events

Prayers, Litanies, Worship Services and other resources.

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Terrorism and Violence

US Storms

School Violence

Drought and Famine in East Africa
 

Upcoming Special Occasions & Dates in the Liturgical Calendar

May 26, 2013
Season After Pentecost


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Events Calendar

June 7, 2013
Singles Summer Retreat

After my 19 year marriage ended I was stunned to realize that my friends changed. My married friends wanted to be there but our different worlds became apparent quickly. I found myself navigating a new path, one that required me to meet new friends. It can feel scary to walk into a room of folks when I don’t know anyone. If I want friendship I need to extend the hand of friendship. So, I’m extending the hand of friendship to you.  ~ Shebbie Shields, Director, Single Adult Ministry, Brentwood UMC, Brentwood, TN

 

Location: Lake Junaluska, NC
Sponsored by: Brentwood UMC Singles
For more information: contact Alex Saber or call 615.324.7256


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