Lay leader

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A lay leader is a member of the laity in a Christian congregation who has been chosen as a church leader. Since lay leadership is not a ordained clerical office, the lay leader cannot give sacraments, but may do most other portions of the service that are normally the resposibility of the clergy (e.g. giving sermons when the regular clergy are on vacation).

In some churches, special lay leaders are called deacons.

[edit] Responsibilities

The following list gives examples of things lay leaders may be responsible for

  • reading scripture
  • give guest preaching sermons
  • act as ushers
  • make announcements


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