Certified Lay Ministry (CLM)
What Is a Certified Lay Minister?
A certified lay minister is a certified lay servant, certified lay missioner (or equivalent as defined by his or her central conference), who is called and equipped to conduct public worship, care for the congregation, assist in program leadership, develop new and existing faith communities, preach the Word, lead small groups, or establish community ministries as part of a ministry team with the supervision and support of a clergy person. A certified lay minister is assigned by a district superintendent in accordance with ¶419.2. (2016 Book of Discipline, ¶268.1)
Full Definition
Certified Lay Minister Application
For more information please contact:
Joan is available to meet with any individuals who are interested in starting Lay Ministries training or need direction in the path of study for Certified Lay Servant, Certified Lay Speaker, or Certified Lay Minister.
Dr. Joan Appleton
731-225-4145
CLM Consultation Meetings
with CLM Dir. Lay Ministries, Joan Appleton
These meetings include a program covering educational ministry material, fellowship and question and answer period. All are welcome to attend. They are held on Saturdays from 10 am to 12 noon.
CLM Consultation Meeting Dates:
TBA
CLM Trainings:
2024 CERTIFIED LAY MINISTER MODULE TRAINING
TBD
Certified Lay Servant (CLS)
Lay Servants are to serve the local church or charge in any way in which their witness or leadership and service inspires the laity to deeper commitment to Christ and more effective discipleship. This includes the interpretation of scriptures, doctrine, organization, and ministries of the church. Learn More
2024 LAY SERVANT TRAINING SESSIONS
Metro District
TBD
Northeast District
TBA
Northwest District
TBA
Southeast District
Certified Lay Minister Module 1, Call and Covenant for Ministry (Meets a requirment for the CLM track of study or for continuing education)
Instructor: Pastor Luis Ramirez
Light lunch provided. Module 1 resource provided upon registration.
Location: LOVE UNITED Methodist Church (Meets in The Burnside Barn, 6427 E. Wallisville Road, Baytown, TX 77521)
Saturday, February 3, 2024
Time: Check-in 8:30am
Class: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Register now to reserve your place! Registration deadline: January 30, 2024
Questions? Contact Joan Appleton: or 731-225-4145
Click here to register for Certified Lay Minister Module 1: Call and Covenant for Ministry
Southwest District
TBA
District Lay Ministry Directors
Metro District
TBD
Northeast District
Rev. Cindy Doran
Northwest District
Dr. Karen Jones
revkare
Southeast District
Jackie Rachal
Southwest District
TBD