Diocesan Commissioned Bible Teachers and Catechists
Those commissioned to serve as Bible Teachers will be adults of all ages who have a passion for teaching the bible and instructing (or ‘catechising’) others in the Christian faith. Applications close on Friday 10 October and the course begins on Thursday 16 October 2025.
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The Diocese of Down and Dromore is seeking to recruit and train Diocesan Bible Teachers and Catechists who will help teach the essentials of the Christian faith in our churches. These men and women will be commissioned to teach and instruct (catechise) the Bible and the key doctrines of Christianity at Sunday services, mid-week gatherings, home groups and other ministries in our parishes. Their role will be to act primarily as a teaching support to the parish and Diocesan Lay Bible Teachers/Catechists will be commissioned and authorised by the bishop to exercise this role in their local parish under the supervision of the minister.
This opportunity is open to adults of any age who have a passion, knowledge, and commitment to teach and instruct others in the Christian faith. Potential candidates must have the support of their minister and at least a 1-year course in biblical studies (e.g. Diocesan Bible Course) or be able to demonstrate an equivalent experience of biblical study (if you are unsure of what this might be please get in touch). Applicants will also be asked to attend a short informal interview before being awarded a place the course.
The course will be delivered in Belfast, Hillsborough and Banbridge over 15 evening sessions (7:30pm start) on a weekly basis. Candidates should also be prepared to commit another 15 sessions to personal study.
Cost for the course is £75 and this includes key course texts.
Application deadline: Friday 10 October 2025
Interview date: Monday evening 13 October 2025
Course begins: Thursday 16 October 2025