Certified Lay Ministry
Carolyn Ingram, Certified Lay Minister Facilitator
Contact Carolyn at lawngal@cox.net
A Certified Lay Minister (CLM) is a lay person certified for intentional leadership and assigned by the bishop or district superintendent to a ministry. The candidate does not replace clergy-but rather, works with clergy so that the congregation has the pastoral leadership necessary for vital mission and ministry. A CLM is not ordained or licensed clergy under appointment of the bishop. Unlike other forms of leadership, a CLM must be a part of a ministry team. It is recommended (but not required) that this person be a certified Lay Speaker or have equivalent training before starting certification.