Training - ALMs
Introduction to Authorised Lay Ministry (ALM)
Last Updated on Tuesday, 23 August 2011 09:15
Many dioceses in the Church of England authorise people as lay ministers as a way of supporting and enabling people to exercise a specialised ministry in a voluntary capacity. This authorisation applies to a particular Diocese and cannot be transferred to another one.
In the Diocese of Derby we authorise people to exercise a focussed and specialised ministry in a particular parish or MMA in order to assist the local leadership.
For 2011/2012 there will be three strands of initial training for Authorised Lay Ministry available in Derby Diocese:
1. Working with children, young people and families
2. Parish based mission and evangelism
3. Pastoral care
All of this training will be delivered in ten sessions spread out across a year alongside some practical experience.
For more information, please contact:
The Lay Ministry Officer: Dr Esther Elliott
01332 388674, or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Or, her secretary, Mrs Amy Rees
01332 388670, or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Authorised Lay Ministry Selection
Last Updated on Tuesday, 23 August 2011 09:26
If you are interested in applying to become an Authorised Lay Minister (ALM), please follow the link to the Lay Ministry Selection page.
ALM Initial Training
Last Updated on Tuesday, 23 August 2011 09:15
Those who are successful in applying to train as an ALM follow a programme of training tailored towards their chosen specialism. Please see details of this year’s programme below.
For more information, please contact:
The Lay Ministry Officer: Dr Esther Elliott
01332 388674, or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Or, her secretary, Mrs Amy Rees
01332 388670, or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
| File | File size | Last Modified |
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 Lay Ministry Training Programme part 1 | 293 Kb | 08/19/11 08:57 |
| Lay Ministry Training Programme part 2 | 1302 Kb | 08/19/11 08:57 |
Authorisation Renewal
Last Updated on Tuesday, 23 August 2011 09:15
On becoming an ALM, a dated certificate of authorisation is issued. This should be renewed every 3 years, and this usually expires in Advent time.
In order to renew their authorisation they must continue to have the support of their incumbent and PCC, and a valid CRB disclosure.
In order to renew your ALM certificate, please complete and return the following documents to us which can be found below:
- ALM Authorisation Renewal Form
- Working Agreement (ALMs should renew their Working Agreements annually)
- Paper Certificate
The ALM must also have a valid CRB disclosure. Forms can be obtained from the Archdeacon of Derby’s Secretary, Pam Richmond:
01332 388676, or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Once we have received these documents and all are satisfactory, we will request your certificate renewal from the Bishop of Derby.
For more information or paper copies of the forms please contact:
Mrs Amy Rees
01332 388670, or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
| File | File size | Last Modified |
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 Renewal of ALM Authorisation Form | 25 Kb | 08/23/11 08:32 |
| ALM Working Agreement Form | 136 Kb | 08/23/11 08:54 |
