Lectors &

Lay Eucharist Ministers

St. Thomas Episcopal Church

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Isle of Hope

Savannah

GA  31406

(912) 355-3110

 

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What is a Lector?

In the Episcopal Church, the rector may appoint a person to read one or both of the Lessons before the Gospel or to lead the Prayers of the People. Such a person need not be licensed by the bishop.

What is a Lay Eucharistic Minister?

A person endorsed by the rector and licensed by the bishop to administer the Consecrated Elements at a Celebration of Holy Eucharist. A LEM should normally act under the direction of a deacon, where there is one, otherwise under the rector.

What is a Lay Eucharistic Visitor?

A person endorsed by the rector and licensed by the bishop to take the Consecrated Elements in a timely manner following a Celebration of Holy Eucharist to the sick or infirm. A LEV should normally act under the direction of a deacon, where there is one, otherwise under the rector.

If you are interested in any of these lay ministries, please contact Fr. Richard Nelson

Licensed Lay Ministry in the Episcopal Diocese of Georgia

Instructions for Lectors in the parish

Instructions for Lay Eucharistic Ministers in the parish