Lay Speaking Ministries
A Lay Speaker is…
- An active, supportive member of a United Methodist church
- Eager to serve through the church
- Well-informed on Scripture, and on doctrine, heritage, organization, and life of The United Methodist Church
- Committed to witnessing through church and community leadership, care-giving ministries, and spoken communication
- Willing to improve his/her skills for service
Annual Commitment to Lay Speaking Ministries:
A lay speaker is required to fill out an annual report form each year to maintain enrollment. It asks the lay speaker to reflect on the previous year and list areas of ministry as well as other discipleship questions. Yes, lay speakers are accountable to our church families, The United Methodist Church, and, most importantly, to God.
North Coast District Lay Speakers’ Pastor of the Year (2011): Rev. Charles Tobias
North Coast District Co-Lay Speaker of the Year (2011): Irene Beville
North Coast District Co-Lay Speaker of the Year (2011): James Latza
