Certified Lay Minister At General Conference 2004, Certified Lay Ministry was assigned to: General Board of Discipleship For equipping General Board of.

Certified Lay Minister

Certified Lay Minister

At General Conference 2004, Certified Lay Ministry was assigned to:

General Board of DiscipleshipFor equipping

General Board of Higher Education and MinistryFor credentialing

Revised January 2014

GBODCertified Lay Minister This program came out of GC 04 and was assigned to the GBOD and GBHEM for developmentTheological Assumptions for Lay Minister

Priesthood of All Believers All called & gifted

Missio Dei Gods mission

GBODCertified Lay Minister 2Certified lay ministry is not a new concept. The priesthood of all believers I Peter 2:9 affirms that we are all members of this royal priesthood called and gifted to be participants in Gods mission to the worldboth locally and globally. The Certified Lay Ministry program aligns with this context for ministry by equipping and empowering laity to be in partnership with clergy as we seek to accomplish Gods mission for us to make disciples of Jesus Christ. It is when we move forward in accomplishing this mission that our world will be transformed. 205.4 Book of Discipline 2012When a pastoral charge is not able to be served by an ordained or licensed minister, the bishop, upon recommendation of the cabinet, may assign a qualified and trained layperson, lay minister or lay missioner to do the work of ministry in that charge. The layperson is accountable to the district superintendent or another ordained or licensed minister appointed to oversee the charge, who will make provision for sacramental ministry and provide guidance and mentoring to the layperson assigned. The lay person assigned is also accountable to the policies and procedures of the annual conference where assigned.From The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2012 Copyright 2012 by The United Methodist Publishing House. Used by PermissionGBODCertified Lay Minister Reasons for CLMs

The Connection

District Superintendents may assign laypersons to pastor small churches that need to be supplied as part of a ministry team or to expand team ministry in any sized church. CLM is a viable option biblically, theologically, traditionally and organizationally.Several Conferences already have lay pastoral training (but not adequate support, supervision, and accountability processes). A General Church standard was needed.

GBODCertified Lay Minister 4The reasons for CLM are not only theologically sound but are based on a realistic need for ministry that can not possibly be met by clergy alone.2. Small Churches

All congregations thrive when they have a pastor who is prepared, sustainable, effective in context, and accessible. Each small church can have a CLM (pastoral leader/person to do the day to day work of ministry) even those on Circuits and Parishes sharing an appointed leader.CLMs can provide regular (not occasional) worship, pastoral care, etc. CLM is part of a ministry team and can be used in new church development or restarts

Reasons for CLMs

GBODCertified Lay Minister 5CLMs can also serve in larger churches where there is too much work for one clergy and not enough budget to support another. They can free up the pastor to concentrate on his/her other areas of responsibilityReasons for CLMs

3. Ethnic Faith Community Development

CLMs can be indigenous pastors from the ethnic group they are serving. CLMs are affordable (no clergy compensation) & and can also be bi-vocational.CLMs are trained close to their area of service thereby eliminating the need to send people away for training.

GBODCertified Lay Minister 6The 4 course modules were developed to eliminate the need for expenseTraining options or time away from their workplaces.

Add Your ReasonWhats happening in your District or Conference?GBODCertified Lay Minister 7Integral Parts of the CLM ProgramTraining Supervision Support Accountability.

GBODCertified Lay Minister 8These are the areas that are crucial to the success of CLMTRAININGCLMs complete required coursework developed by the General Boards of Discipleship and Higher Education and Ministryplus continuing education.

GBODCertified Lay Minister SUPERVISIONCLMs are accountable to the District Superintendent and serve as part of a ministry team with a supervising clergyperson.

GBODCertified Lay Minister SUPPORTCLMs have the support of an ordained or licensed minister who is appointed to oversee the charge, as well the support of his/her mutual ministry team.

GBODCertified Lay Minister ACCOUNTABILITYCLMs are accountable to their own church council or charge conference where membership is held, to the district superintendent, to the district committee on ordained ministry, and to the policies and procedures of the annual conference.

GBODCertified Lay Minister Core ValuesPractical, quality training for ministrySupervision and support for the CLMAccountable teamwork for mission and ministry in the congregation and communityAccessible program for the CLM, dCOM, annual conference, and GBOD/GBHEMPartnership with others as appropriate for 271 success

GBODCertified Lay Minister 13These were the values that provided the basis for this program Training that was accessible and practical; supervision and support for the CLM so they are not hanging out thereAccountability as part of a mutual ministry team from the congregationCertified Lay Minister (CLM)(2012 BOD 271)In order to enhance the quality of ministry to small membership churches, expand team ministry in churches and in deference to an expression of gifts and evidence of God's grace associated with the lay ministry of early Methodism, the certified lay minister is to be recognized and utilized.

From The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2012 Copyright 2012 by The United Methodist Publishing House. Used by Permission.GBODCertified Lay Minister Certified Lay Minister (CLM)(2012 BOD 271)The certified lay minister shall preach the Word, provide a care ministry to the congregation, assist in program leadership, and be a witness in the community for the growth, missional and connectional thrust of The United Methodist Church as part of a ministry team with the supervision and support of a clergy person.

From The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2012 Copyright 2012 by The United Methodist Publishing House. Used by Permission.GBODCertified Lay Minister 2. A certified lay servant or a person with equivalent training as defined by his/her district or conference may be certified after he/she has: a) Been recommended by the pastor of the local church where he or she holds membership and by vote of the church council or charge conference.

Certified Lay Minister (CLM)(2012 BOD 271)From The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2012 Copyright 2012 by The United Methodist Publishing House. Used by Permission.GBODCertified Lay Minister 16b) Completed courses relevant to his or her assignment including preaching and exegesis, the care of the congregation, and other courses as recommended by the General Board of Discipleship and General Board of Higher Education and Ministry in consultation with leaders in the annual conference, and other appropriate agencies and organizations.

Certified Lay Minister (CLM)(2012 BOD 271)From The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2012 Copyright 2012 by The United Methodist Publishing House. Used by Permission.GBODCertified Lay Minister c) Demonstrated appreciation of the history, polity, doctrine, worship and liturgy of The United Methodist Church through service in his or her local church.

d) Been recommended by the district superintendent after completion of appropriate screening.

Certified Lay Minister (CLM)(2012 BOD 271)From The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2012 Copyright 2012 by The United Methodist Publishing House. Used by Permission.GBODCertified Lay Minister Certified Lay Minister (CLM)(2012 BOD 271)e) Made application in writing to the District Committee on Ordained Ministry.

f) Appeared before the District Committee on Ordained Ministry for review and approval.

From The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2012 Copyright 2012 by The United Methodist Publishing House. Used by Permission.GBODCertified Lay Minister CLM Recertification (2012 BOD 271)3. The certified lay minister is to apply in writing for recertification biannually to the District Committee on Ordained Ministry upon:a) Ministry Review by church council or charge conference from the congregation of which he or she is a member,b) Satisfactory completion of an approved Continuing Education event, andc) Recommendation of the District Superintendent. From The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2012 Copyright 2012 by The United Methodist Publishing House. Used by Permission.GBODCertified Lay Minister CLM Recertification (2012 BOD 271)4. The certified lay minister under assignment is to appear bi-annually before the District Committee on Ordained Ministry for recertification after: Ministry review by church council or charge conference where assigned, Satisfactory completion of an approved continuing education event, and Recommendation of the district superintendent.From The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2012 Copyright 2012 by The United Methodist Publishing House. Used by Permission.GBODCertified Lay Minister 5. Transfer of Certification by Certified Lay MinistersA certified lay minister who moves may transfer certification to the new district upon receipt of a letter from the previous districts Committee on Ordained Ministry confirming current certification.

CLM Transfer of Certification (2012 BOD 271)From The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2012 Copyright 2012 by The United Methodist Publishing House. Used by Permission.GBODCertified Lay Minister The certified lay minister is a layperson and as such is not eligible for support by equitable compensation funds or pension that are provided for clergy members. The local congregation is encouraged to provide appropriate compensation.

From The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2012 Copyright 2012 by The United Methodist Publishing House. Used by Permission.Certified Lay Minister (CLM)(2012 BOD 271)GBODCertified Lay Minister The charge conference shall inquire annually into the gifts, labors, and usefulness of the lay servants and certified lay ministers related to the charge and recommend to the appropriate district and/or conference committee on Lay Servant Ministries those persons who have met the standards set forth for a local church lay servant and/or for certified lay servant and certified lay minister (266-268, 271.)

From The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2012 Copyright 2012 by The United Methodist Publishing House. Used by Permission.CLM-Additional References (2012 BOD 247.11)Charge ConferenceGBODCertified Lay Minister 24As an extension of the office of bishop, the district superintendent shall oversee the total ministry of the clergy (including clergy in extension ministry and ministry beyond the local church) and of the churches in the communities of the district in their missions of witness and service in the world. This oversight requires the superintendent to use his or her gifts and skills related to spiritual and pastoral leadership, personnel leadership, administration, and program. The superintendent is the acting administrator of any pastoral charge in which a pastoral vacancy may develop, or where no pastor is appointed.

From The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2012 Copyright 2012 by The United Methodist Publishing House. Used by Permission.CLM-Additional References (2012 BOD 419)The District SuperintendentGBODCertified Lay Minister CLM-Additional References (2012 BOD 419)The District Superintendent2. The superintendent shall work with the bishop and cabinet in the process of appointment and assignment for ordained and licensed clergy, or assignment of qualified and trained laypersons, lay ministers or lay missioners ( 205.4).

4. The superintendent shall establish working relationships with staff/pastor-parish relations committees, clergy, district lay leaders, and other lay leadership, to develop faithful and effective systems of ministry within the district. Through the use of charge conferences ( 246.4-5), congregational studies ( 213) and other gatherings, the superintendent shall seek to form creative and effective connections with the local congregations on his or her district.

From The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2012 Copyright 2012 by The United Methodist Publishing House. Used by Permission.GBODCertified Lay Minister The superintendent shall serve as an example of spiritual leadership by living a balanced and faithful life, and by encouraging both laity and clergy to continue to grow in spiritual formation through both personal and corporate worship and devotional practices, including participation in the sacraments.In the framework of their supervisory responsibilities, superintendents shall offer support, care, and counsel to clergy concerning matters affecting their effective ministry. Further, the superintendents shall encourage the building of covenant groups and communities among both the clergy and clergy families, and the laity on the district.

CLM-Additional References (2012 BOD 419)The District SuperintendentFrom The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2012 Copyright 2012 by The United Methodist Publishing House. Used by Permission.GBODCertified Lay Minister Every annual conference is encouraged to create a conference committee on Lay Servant Ministries or other equivalent structure to fulfill the requirements of 266-268, 271 and to relate to the conference board of laity and the General Board of Discipleship as per 1116 and others that might apply.

From The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2012 Copyright 2012 by The United Methodist Publishing House. Used by Permission.CLM-Additional References (2012 BOD 631.6)Conference Committee on Lay Servant MinistriesGBODCertified Lay Minister CLM-Additional References (2012 BOD 668.3)District Committee on Lay Servant MinistriesThe responsibilities of a district committee on Lay Servant Ministries are to provide basic training for local church lay servants and advanced courses for certified lay servants as recommended by the General Board of Discipleship, or as approved by the conference committee on Lay Servant Ministries; to decide who will be recognized as certified lay servants; to help match lay servants and certified lay ministers with service opportunities; and to support and affirm lay servants and certified lay ministers as they serve.

From The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2012 Copyright 2012 by The United Methodist Publishing House. Used by Permission.GBODCertified Lay Minister The committee shall examine all persons who apply in writing to be certified as lay ministers. When there is evidence that their gifts, evidence of God's grace and usefulness, warrant and that they are qualified under 271, and on recommendation of their charge conference, the committee shall recommend their certification or recertification. The district committee shall report annually to the annual conference through the annual conference Board of Ordained Ministry a roster of all persons certified as lay ministers.

From The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2012 Copyright 2012 by The United Methodist Publishing House. Used by Permission.CLM-Additional References (2012 BOD 666.10)District Committee on Ordained MinistriesGBODCertified Lay Minister CLM-Additional References (2012 BOD 666.10)Conference Board of Ordained Ministryw) To report annually to the annual conference for publication in the conference journal a roster of all persons certified as Lay Ministers.

From The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2012 Copyright 2012 by The United Methodist Publishing House. Used by Permission.GBODCertified Lay Minister 31These were 2 of the pieces of legislation related to certified lay minister which were approved by gen. conf. they deal with reporting the names of CLMs from the district to the conference Board of ordained ministry and then the BOOM reporting the names to the annual conference. Is this being done in your conference? Does your conference journal provide a list of certified lay speakers? Please let me know if this is happening in your conferences.CLM-Additional References (2012 BOD 205.4)Definition of a Pastoral ChargeCLM Mentoring The lay person is accountable to the district superintendent or another ordained or licensed minister appointed to oversee the charge, who will make provision for sacramental ministry and provide guidance and mentoring to the layperson assignedFrom The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2012 Copyright 2012 by The United Methodist Publishing House. Used by Permission.GBODCertified Lay Minister 32So the Board of Laity (conference or district) and/or the Committee on LSM could be included and even possibly serve as coordinators for this program.

CLM-Additional References (2012 BOD 1116.6)General Board of DiscipleshipMinistry of the Laity6. Provide support to conference director of Lay Speaking and district director of Lay Servant Ministries, to conference and district committees on Lay Servant Ministries, and to the Association of Conference Directors of Lay Speaking Ministries. In consultation with the conference directors, set standards for local church, certified lay servants and certified lay ministers and provide teaching resources for use by annual conference and district committees.

From The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2012 Copyright 2012 by The United Methodist Publishing House. Used by Permission.GBODCertified Lay Minister CLM-The Steps in the ProcessComplete requirements to become a Certified Lay Servant or equivalent training as defined by district or conference (to include recommendation of the pastor where membership is held and by vote of church council or charge conference)Complete required course work and any other conference requirements such as background checks/screening, etc.Demonstrate through service in the local church an appreciation of UM history, doctrine, polity, worship and liturgy

GBODCertified Lay Minister CLM-The Steps in the Process4. Meet with District Superintendent for recommendation5. Apply in writing to District Committee on Ordained Ministry to request interview and appear before dCOM for review and approval of certification6. Receive assignment and mentor7. Establish a mutual ministry team in place of assignment and develop Ministry Covenant8. Recertify biannually

GBODCertified Lay Minister Complete ministry review by church council or charge conference from congregation where membership is heldSatisfactorily complete an approved continuing education eventObtain again recommendation from the DSApply in writing to and appear before dCOM for recertification

CLM-RecertificationGBODCertified Lay Minister CLM-Conference ResponsibilitiesEach Conference is encouraged to have a Conference Coordinator to ensure: That quality training is providedThat the process is followedThat the Covenant is supportedThat material is accessible and affordableThat CLMs are recognized and utilizedThat a team approach is valued Methods or teaching are formative as well as informativeGBODCertified Lay Minister 37Again, the boards of laity or Lay Speaking Ministries could function in this role.The District Superintendent will:Determine congregations readiness for this form of ministry utilizing Congregational Assessment (Vision Statement, Church Reports, Church Vitality Indicator, etc.)Consult with congregation and clarify role of CLMAssign CLM and a supervising clergypersonProvide guidance and mentoring

CLM-District Superintendent Responsibilities

GBODCertified Lay Minister Responsible for Certification

CLM-dCOM ResponsibilitiesGBODCertified Lay Minister 39Understand that this is not a traditional candidate for ministry process

CLM-dCOM ResponsibilitiesGBODCertified Lay Minister 40They understand Certified Lay Ministry and its distinct relational ministry in the church. The DCOM must understand that it does not approve a ministry candidate in the traditional sense or assume that the CLM knows everything about ministry before certification. Instead, the DCOM is a monitoring group to support the formation, training, supervision and accountability of the CLM.

A monitoring group to support the formation, training, supervision and accountability of CLM

CLM-dCOM ResponsibilitiesGBODCertified Lay Minister 41Since the responsibility for certification lies with the DCOM they are the supportive group that oversees the process.The DCOM could work with the BD. of Laity or Comm. on LSM or other equivalent structure to assist with some of these responsibilities e.g. the Bd. of Laity could oversee the training requirements, that the process is followed and provide support for the CLM CLM-dCOM ResponsibilitiesConduct proper screening and background checks

GBODCertified Lay Minister 42The DCOM can provide the information on the process for the CLM, their pastor, the DS, etc.Remember that certified lay ministers may be certified in areas of service other than providing pastoral leadership e.g. pastoral care, parish nurse, lay chaplain, lay missionary church planter, lay evangelist etc.Interview CLM to discuss call, gifts for ministry, and to ensure requirements are being met

CLM-dCOM Responsibilities

GBODCertified Lay Minister 43Schedule an interview to discuss their call to this form of ministry (pastoral leadership in a congregation, lay evangelist, lay missionary church planter etc. ), their course work completion (appropriate to their assignment) and recommend any additional training or formational experiences necessary e.g. Safe Sanctuaries

A Certified Lay Minister (CLM) is not ordained or licensed clergy under appointment of the Bishop. A CLM is a lay person certified for intentional leadership and assigned by the Bishop or District Superintendent to a congregation. They do not replace clergy but rather work with them so that all congregations have the pastoral leadership necessary for vital mission and ministry. Unlike other forms of leadership, a CLM must be part of a ministry team under the supervision of a clergyperson.CLM-Mutual Ministry TeamGBODCertified Lay Minister CLM-Mutual Ministry Team

A Mutual Ministry Team should consist of the following persons:CLMCLM Mentor (designated by the District Superintendent)Lay leader, lay member to annual conference, or lay servantDistrict Superintendent or designate (i.e., supervising clergyperson)3-5 persons from the local church (a member of SPRC/PPRC would be helpful)Together these people form the support necessary for the CLM to be effective in ministry. They are partners in ministry. GBODCertified Lay Minister The Mutual Ministry team will accompany the CLM on this journey by reviewing their learning either by module review or reviewing course descriptions and goals from other venues. They will provide input to the CLM Mentor and the CLM on the progress they see and provide feedback on areas that may need further development.This team is able to provide real time feedback and input on effectiveness since they are a part of the congregation (other DS and possibly mentor)

CLM-Mutual Ministry Team

GBODCertified Lay Minister CLM-Ministry CovenantThe mutual ministry team develop the ministry covenant together with the CLM in order to assure that there is a clear understanding of the expectations of the CLM and other members of the mutual ministry team.The content of the Ministry Covenant captures the important details and basics that guide the ministry in that place. The covenant guides the ministry of the church, not just those in ministry!

GBODCertified Lay Minister CLM-Ministry CovenantThe Ministry Covenant covers areas such as:

A short mission statement or description of the congregation and the purpose or role of the CLM The congregations ministry plan

The financial responsibilities to the CLM Ministry assessment and evaluation

GBODCertified Lay Minister CLM-Mentor 205.4The lay person is accountable to the district superintendent or another ordained or licensed minister appointed to the charge, who will make provision for sacramental ministry and provide guidance and mentoring to the lay person assigned. From The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2012 Copyright 2012 by The United Methodist Publishing House. Used by Permission.

GBODCertified Lay Minister CLM-MentorResponsible for pastoral charge in which CLM serves (may be the DS in the absence of another supervising clergyperson)Equips for ministry - participates in training and/or development of CLM Provides sacramental authority and ensures provision of sacrament for the congregationProvides relational partnering and collaboration with CLM

GBODCertified Lay Minister 50The mentor for the CLM is assigned by the District SuperintendentNeeds skills to build relationshipParticipates in forming the covenant for ministry within the congregation with CLM and mutual ministry teamMaintains collaborative relationship with DS for mission and ministry through the CLM and mutual ministry teamCLM-Mentor

GBODCertified Lay Minister Documents meetings (more than a cup of coffee)

Serves as a resource for problem solving

Checks in with Mutual Ministry Team and congregation

Respects the call of the CLM as a lay person (not on track for ordination)CLM-Mentor

GBODCertified Lay Minister CLM-Recommended Course Work

Module 1: Covenant for MinistryModule 2: Practice of MinistryModule 3: Organization for MinistryModule 4: Connection for Ministry

(And additional courses relevant to assignment)GBODCertified Lay Minister Module 1 Call and Covenant for MinistryUnderstand Basic UM Theology of MinistryIdentify and Use Spiritual Gifts for MinistryRecognize Ordering for MinistryProcess of Certified Lay MinistryCreating Ministry Covenant

GBODCertified Lay Minister WorshipPreaching and Faith SharingFaith Formation and DiscipleshipPastoral/Congregational Care

Module 2 Practice of MinistryGBODCertified Lay Minister Leadership: Servant Leadership, Administration Organizing for Ministry: Meetings and CommitteesCongregational Culture: Conflict/Change, Transformational Ministry Planning

Module 3 Organization for MinistryGBODCertified Lay Minister United Methodist History, Polity, Doctrine and TraditionThe Connection: Local ChurchDistrictConferenceGeneral ChurchDeveloping Pastoral Ministry Resource List

Module 4 Connection for MinistryGBODCertified Lay Minister The actual practice and demonstrated understanding of the practice of ministry in the local congregation

The progress made in the CLMs development and understanding

Feedback from the congregation/community

CLM-The True TestGBODCertified Lay Minister Healthy CongregationsA congregation of Christians is not a community gathered around a minister but a community of many ministries called to share in the ministry of Jesus Christ to the world.- James Fenhagen

GBODCertified Lay Minister 591ResourcesThe Book of Discipline 2012, United Methodist Publishing HousePrinciples and Guides for Annual Conferences (Mentoring), General Board of Higher Education and MinistryReadiness to Effectiveness: Tool Kit for Annual Conferences, General Board of Higher Education and Ministrywww.gbod.org/laity/clmGBODCertified Lay Minister Copyright

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