STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

The lay school exists to equip and challenge adults for their lives as disciples of Christ, empowering them for service and ministry in their churches and communities.

How does the lay school accomplish its purpose? 

• We understand lay ministries have two primary focal points:
  + within the lay person’s local congregation
  + within the lay person’s local community

• We understand that in order for the church to faithfully encompass its Christ-given callings and vocations, it will need to draw from the gifts of the priesthood of all believers.  To that end we will work to foster the spiritual development and growth of the participants, increasing their knowledge of their callings and gifts as lay people as well as the needs within the church and community.

• We will challenge the students to reflect on their faith, to think critically and carefully about God’s work in the church.

• We will provide historical, theological, and biblical insights as well as practical experience.

• We endeavor to educate the students in fulfilling their role as the baptized people of God.

• We build a Christ-centered worship and learning community for mutual support and care for leaders across the church.