Licensed Lay Ministers (Readers) are lay (non-ordained) people who represent the church in a public, representative, and leadership role. During the service Archbishop Stephen was very careful to say that all members of Christ’s church are called to take a part in it, using their gifts and talents to build up the church. All have different roles, some ordained, some licensed, some not – but all are important. i.e. Everyone has a role; we call this “every member ministry”. Sue and Andy were licensed to help lead worship. Specifically to:· Lead public worship· Preach and teach· Assist at communion· Share in pastoral and evangelistic work: As well as leading in services at St. Barnabas as above, Andy will be starting a corporate prayer meeting in December and Sue will be starting a pastoral care ministry, including distributing home communion, in the new year.
Not Baptised?Baptised, but not Confirmed?It’s not too late!Bishop Eleanor also has some confirmation services in the local area coming up.So, whether you are new to faith or have been a Christian for a long time... Or, whether you have started coming to St Barnabas recently or have attended for a long time......talk to the vicar to learn more.Photo by Cristian Palmer on Unsplash
Many people do so much for the church here; can you help too? Recently, we have been sharing a number of opportunities to serve the people in our congregation and in Swanland.Sound Desk—Sunday morning on a rota basis.Flower Team—Join the team, and help on an occasional basis. Greeting Cards — Order the cards we sell in the lounge.Sunday Worship Rota - This is put together monthly. If you can offer to: · Read from the Bible · Lead the prayers · Welcome people into the church · Make the refreshments after the service· Or is there any gift you would like to offerthen your help would be very much welcome. (Contact the Church Office.)Remember the vicar’s challenge for everyone…“One Rota, One Ministry” Thank youPhoto by Hudson Hintze on Unsplash
