Reader Ministry Explored

by Cathy Rowling, Paula Gooder

A basic and theological introduction to the role and work of a Church of England Reader, covering the full range of Reader ministry, together with a short history of reader ministry. This is a practical guide for candidates, trainees, and licensed Readers, and for all who work with them. The public ministry of the Church of England currently comprises some 27,000 licensed ministers and more than 10,000 Readers. In many parishes and benefices, it is Readers who make the local pattern of worship sustainable Sunday to Sunday.

160 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 2009

Reviews

[Julie · Rating 5 out of 5]

excellent and explains everything one would need to know about entering the church of england lay ministry. invaluable help.

[Toby · Rating 3 out of 5]

A short book that I read principally because I've taken on some new responsibilities regarding lay ministry. It's well written and to the point, which is what you expect from anything written by Paula Gooder. It will require some significant updating now that the formation criteria for reader ministry has changed (and an increasing number of dioceses are gently dispensing with the title "reader"). Not much new here, but good for anyone thinking of embarking on this form of Christian ministry.

[Sara Eames · Rating 4 out of 5]

An excellent resource for people exploring their role in the Church and who feel a call to Reader Ministry.

[Paul Taylor · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good basic fare if you are considering Reader Ministry