A Lay Speaker is …
- An active, supportive (professing) member of a United Methodist church;
- Eager to serve the church, community, and world;
- Well-informed on Scripture and on the 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 by training for service.

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Lay Speaking Ministry is more than just speaking!
This ministry goes beyond filling in for the pastor or speaking in public. Lay Speaking Ministries offer many options for serving in roles other than the traditional pulpit supply.  Teaching, serving, training, leading, participating, caring, loving, and  communicating are now integral parts of  Lay Speaking Ministries . With so many avenues of training, Lay Speaking Ministries offers valuable education equipping United Methodists for all facets of lay ministry.