Resources for Readers

Readers are nationally accredited lay ministers who are licensed by the Diocesan Bishop to preach, teach and lead worship. They play an important part in nurturing Christian discipleship in the church and wider world.

For more information about Reader ministry please download the handbook:

Readers' Handbook | PDF

Also, visit the Central Readers' Council website:

Transforming Ministry | Weblink

Please also find our Reader booklet below for an overview on the ministry:

Reader Booklet | PDF

Download the Role Agreement form below:

Role Agreement Form | DOCX

Download the Grievance Procedure 

Grievance Procedure | PDF

Transforming Ministry

 All Readers and LLMs automatically receive a copy of Transforming Ministry, but we encourage those with PTO to take advantage of this magazine. 

Newly licensed Readers

Newly licensed Readers are required to complete 3 years of IME2 training. For training dates and more information please visit:

Curates and Readers (IME2) Training | Weblink

Contact information

For general and administrative enquiries please email Lesley Steed based at the Diocesan Office or telephone 01473 298510. Alternatively, you can email Barbara Hill, the Deputy Warden of Readers, or telephone 07957 908981.

Assistant Wardens of Readers: