Licensed Lay Ministry

Licensed Lay Ministers (also known as Readers) are volunteer church members in the Church of England, from all walks of life, who are called by God, theologically trained and licensed by the Church to preach, teach, lead worship and assist in pastoral, evangelistic and liturgical work. The position is a voluntary one.

In many churches in Devon, LLMs play an invaluable role on the leadership team, whether it is leading services and preaching or helping with community projects, youth work, mission, caring for the vulnerable and developing new ways of being church.

You can train to become a Licensed Lay Minister here in Devon. The course takes two years and is paid for by the Diocese of Exeter. You can read more about what it involves and how to apply here.

If you think this training might be for you please start by having a chat with your church leader. You can also speak to our Vocations Advisor Hannah Mears: 01392 294923. Email Hannah Mears

The Diocesan Warden of Readers

The Venerable Andrew Beane, the Archdeacon of Exeter, oversees Reader ministry in the diocese:
Emmanuel House, Station Road, Ide, EXETER EX2 9RS
Tel: 01392 425577 email Andrew

Deputy Diocesan Warden of Readers

Carol Price
01647 24468  email Carol

Reader Administrator

Hannah Cross
The Old Deanery, Exeter EX1 1HS
Tel: 01392 294911 email Hannah

ARCHDEACONRY WARDENS

Barnstaple Archdeaconry

David Halpin
Tel: 01769 560423 Email David

Exeter Archdeaconry

Laura Ford
Tel: 01392 841753 Email Laura

Plymouth Archdeaconry

Vacancy

Totnes Archdeaconry

Jeremy Howell
Tel: 01626 369881 Email Jeremy

ARCHDEACONRY HONORARY READERS’ SECRETARIES (for assistance in arranging cover for services)

Barnstaple Archdeaconry

John Hartfield
Tel: 01271 327437 Email John

Exeter Archdeaconry

Vacancy

Plymouth Archdeaconry

Vacancy

Totnes Archdeaconry

Joyce Howitt
Tel: 01364 73093 Email Joyce