LAY SERVANT MINISTRIES
Lay Servant Ministries is one of the most significant lay leadership development programs available within the United Methodist connection. Through this system of equipping and empowering, lay servants have the opportunity to grow as disciples of Jesus Christ who then go and make other disciples in partnership with a coordinating pastor.
CERTIFIED LAY MINISTRY PATHS
LAY SERVANT COURSES
Here, you will embark on a journey of personal and spiritual growth while gaining the skills needed to serve your community effectively. Our courses are designed to equip you with the knowledge and resources to fulfill your calling as a lay servant. Join us as we explore the principles of service, leadership, and faith in action.
Courses are listed by district below.
Adirondack District
No Courses Available
Albany District
No Courses Available
Binghamton District
No Courses Available
Cornerstone District
Introduction to lay ministry: the basic course
April 10, 17 from 6-8 p.m.—ZOOM
April 25 from 8:30-3:30 p.m.
Springville First UMC
474 East Main Street
Springville, NY
Facilitators: Susan Hardy, Certified Lay Speaker, District Lay Leader-Cornerstone District and Cathie Phelps
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Mission possible 3: lay servants leading and governing congregations with simplified accountable structure
April 10, 17 from 6-8 p.m.—ZOOM
April 25 from 8:30-3:30 p.m.
Springville First UMC
474 East Main Street
Springville, NY
Facilitator: Pastor Craig Buelow, Northern KonXions / Crossings NFC
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For the common good: discovering and using your spiritual gifts
April 10, 17 from 6-8 p.m.—ZOOM
April 25 from 8:30-3:30 p.m.
Springville First UMC
474 East Main Street
Springville, NY
Facilitator: Joe Kwiatkowski, Lay/Worship Leader
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Transforming evangelism
April 10, 17 from 6-8 p.m.—ZOOM
April 25 from 8:30-3:30 p.m.
Springville First UMC
474 East Main Street
Springville, NY
Facilitator: Retired Pastor Cheryl Brown
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Crossroads District
Effective Leaders Lead from their Spiritual Centers
Wednesdays, April 8-May 13 from 6-8 p.m.
Phoenix First UMC
49 Jefferson Street, Phoenix, NY
Facilitator: Rev. Diane DiLuzio
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Basic Lay Speaking Class
Friday, April 24, from 6-9 pm and Saturday April 25, 9 am-3:30 pm
Liverpool First UMC
604 Oswego Street, Liverpool, NY 13088
Facilitator: Rev. Jeff Hodge and guest speakers (Jhodge312@yahoo.com)
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Leading Prayer
May 20, 27, June 3, 10 from 6-9p.m.
Zoom
Facilitator: Diane Sokolowski
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Finger Lakes District
No Courses Available
Genessee Valley District
No Courses Available
Mohawk District
Advanced Lay Servant Class, “Living Our Methodist Beliefs” (United Methodist Heritage)
Saturdays, April 18, 25, and May 2 from 9 a.m.—3:00 p.m.
Delta UMC
6825 Hawkins Corners Rd., Rome, NY 13440
Facilitator: Paul Phister
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Mountain View District
No Courses Available
Niagara Frontier District
Introduction to lay ministry: the basic course
April 10, 17 from 6-8 p.m.—ZOOM
April 25 from 8:30-3:30 p.m.
Springville First UMC
474 East Main Street
Springville, NY
Facilitators: Susan Hardy, Certified Lay Speaker, District Lay Leader-Cornerstone District and Cathie Phelps
View more information/Registration form:
Mission possible 3: lay servants leading and governing congregations with simplified accountable structure
April 10, 17 from 6-8 p.m.—ZOOM
April 25 from 8:30-3:30 p.m.
Springville First UMC
474 East Main Street
Springville, NY
Facilitator: Pastor Craig Buelow, Northern KonXions / Crossings NFC
View more information/Registration form:
For the common good: discovering and using your spiritual gifts
April 10, 17 from 6-8 p.m.—ZOOM
April 25 from 8:30-3:30 p.m.
Springville First UMC
474 East Main Street
Springville, NY
Facilitator: Joe Kwiatkowski, Lay/Worship Leader
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Transforming evangelism
April 10, 17 from 6-8 p.m.—ZOOM
April 25 from 8:30-3:30 p.m.
Springville First UMC
474 East Main Street
Springville, NY
Facilitator: Retired Pastor Cheryl Brown
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Northern Flow District
No Courses Available
Oneonta District
The Basic Course for Lay Servant Ministries
Saturdays, April 18 from 9 a.m.—3 p.m. & April 25 from 9 a.m.—1 p.m.
Sidney UMC
12 Liberty Street, Sidney, NY 13838
Facilitator: Pastor Brandilynne Craver
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Living our United Methodist Beliefs
Saturdays, April 18 from 9 a.m.—3 p.m. & April 25 from 9 a.m.—1 p.m.
Sidney UMC
12 Liberty Street, Sidney, NY 13838
Facilitator: Vicki Stoodley
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Hymnody
Saturdays, April 18 from 9 a.m.—3 p.m. & April 25 from 9 a.m.—1 p.m.
Sidney UMC
12 Liberty Street, Sidney, NY 13838
Facilitator: Pastor George Gallandorm
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