Lay Readers have traditionally held an important place in the American church, dating from colonial times when clergy were scarce. The first American Prayer Book (1789) used the word "Minister" instead of "Priest" in rubrics in various places to allow greater participation of Lay Readers in the worship of the Church.

Lay people proclaim the Old Testament and Epistle Readings at all worship services on the weekend. They also read the Prayers of the People and lead the Psalm when it is not sung. You can volunteer for one or all of the services.

Through the Lay Reader, God's living Word continues to be proclaimed to his people: to the young and old, the troubled, the hopeless, the happy, the content, to those in need of challenge, and to those in need of comfort.  Training is provided by Fr. Don.  A schedule is published.  For more information contact Fr. Don or Karin Smith.