For layreaders in the Diocese of Fredericton. Please ask your cleric (or supervising senior layreader) or the bishop's office for assistance if you have questions regarding training.
Training Event Record
Keep track of the training events you have attended with the layreader training event record.
Individual / Small Group Study
The Diocese of Fredericton recognizes that due to the rural nature of the province it is difficult for layreaders to attend learning events. That said, it is important to remember that group format provides a more enriched learning environment where ideas are shared and knowledge exchanged. Layreaders are encouraged to attend group events if possible, however, self study modules will be offered.
Process
- Discuss your next training steps with your supervising cleric/senior layreader.
- Complete the layreader self-study course registration form.
- Read and follow the instructions in the applicable course content document.
- Discuss your experience of the course with your supervising cleric/senior layreader.
- Advise the bishop's office by email to wardenoflayreaders@anglican.nb.ca, of courses you have completed so we have that on record.
Foundational / Core Courses
- Reading Scripture and Liturgy in Public
- Biblical Foundations - See Through the Scriptures
- Church Doctrine
- Church History:
- Leadership Foundations
- Anglican Worship:
- The Lord's Prayer
- Prayers of the People
- Unpacking the Creeds
- The Book of Common Prayer
- Leading Worship as a Layreader
- Introduction to Sermon Preparation
- Spiritual Discipline and Practices
Continuing Education Courses
- Discernment (note: S.H.A.P.E. course does not appear to be available any further)
- Gospel and Culture (video from layreader gathering)
- Sermon Preparation (practice with incumbent) *
* Required for those in the discernment process to become a Diocesan Layreader.
Course Evaluation
We have stopped asking for an evaluation of the layreader training modules until we are able to update or add to the curriculum.
