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18 new Diocesan Readers commissioned in Down and Dromore

Bishop, readers, clergy and congregation.
Bishop, readers, clergy and congregation.

Congratulations to our 18 new Diocesan Readers commissioned by Bishop Harold in a packed Dromore Cathedral on Friday 21 September. It was a record number of Readers commissioned at once and a great encouragement to the diocese. The new Readers join the existing team of 26 who were recommissioned earlier in the year.

Diocesan Lay Readers have a significant voluntary role in assisting the ministry of the church. They are authorised by the Bishop to preach, teach, lead worship and engage in pastoral work, not just in their own parish but in other churches throughout the diocese.

As the role of a Reader in teaching and leading is significant, potential Readers are given training in Biblical studies, theology, ministry and preaching over a two–year period before they are commissioned.

The training is rewarding but challenging so well done to all the folk who successfully completed the course.

Click here to see some photos.

 

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