Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course
The “Introduction to Lay Ministry: The BASIC Course” is the foundational course for Lay Servant Ministries. This is the gateway course for those who are called to be Certified Lay Servants, Lay Speakers, and Lay Ministers. And can also be part of a person’s discipleship plan to acquaint you with your gifts, calling, and responsibilities as a follower of Christ. The course is being offered this summer (Thurs. & Mon. 6 to 8 PM PDT (Jul 31, & Aug 4, 7, 11, & 14) online for those interested in taking this next step in exploration.
While the course is offered for those who register at no cost, participants must secure a copy of the Lay Servant Ministries Participant’s Book (DR626 • 978-0-88177-626-3 • $11.00) by Sandy Zeigler Jackson and Brian Jackson. The participants’ book is available at Cokesbury and from Amazon in paperback and for Kindle.
To register for this online Zoom course, please email Emilie Kroen (ekroen@yahoo.com), Director of Lay Servant Ministries for the Oregon-Idaho Annual Conference, by July 18, 2025. When you email her to register, please provide the following information as you do: your Name, Address, Phone #, and your local church setting. If you have questions, you may also contact Emilie with those.
Participant Requirements: Have the book named above, read the 1st session before the first course meeting, and fully engage in all 5 sessions with audio and video active. Additional assignments will be provided in your welcome letter.
