Parish Readers are people of all ages and from all walks of life who have a calling to assist in leading public worship.
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The role usually involves the reading of liturgy, bible readings, prayers and assisting at Holy Communion. Parish Readers may assist in any or all of the ways outlined above and on a regular or occasional basis depending on how they are needed by the Rector.
While the role is normally restricted to involvement in public worship it is significant in its support for clergy leading the service.
Parish Readers should undergo a short training course of 6 weeks before being approved to exercise this ministry. They must also have the support of their Rector before applying.
Training Course details for 2021
19 Jan: Introduction – A History of the Office
26 Jan: Key factors in Leading Worship
2 Feb: Prayer Book 1 – Overview
9 Feb: Prayer Book 2 – The Church Year
16 Feb Prayer Book 3 – Service of the Word
23 Feb Prayer Book 4 – Leading Intercessions
The evenings will commence at 7.30 pm. The first and last nights will take place in Down Cathedral with the remainder taking place in St. Ignatius, Carryduff.
The approval granted for a Reader will normally last for 3 years and cease on the appointment of a new Rector.
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