A Welcome from Warden Alison Weir
As Diocesan Warden, it is my joy to walk alongside the faithful women and men who serve as Lay Readers in Algoma. This ministry is one of both tradition and transformation—grounded in the church’s liturgical life and evolving to meet the needs of our communities today. Whether you are just beginning your journey or have served for many years, you are part of a vital network of spiritual leadership and service. I look forward to connecting with you at this year’s conference.
WHAT IS A LAY READER?
Lay Readers are licensed lay leaders who support the life of the Church through public worship, preaching, and ministry. They serve in partnership with clergy and may also contribute to pastoral care, Christian education, and social outreach.
Eligibility includes:
As Diocesan Warden, it is my joy to walk alongside the faithful women and men who serve as Lay Readers in Algoma. This ministry is one of both tradition and transformation—grounded in the church’s liturgical life and evolving to meet the needs of our communities today. Whether you are just beginning your journey or have served for many years, you are part of a vital network of spiritual leadership and service. I look forward to connecting with you at this year’s conference.
WHAT IS A LAY READER?
Lay Readers are licensed lay leaders who support the life of the Church through public worship, preaching, and ministry. They serve in partnership with clergy and may also contribute to pastoral care, Christian education, and social outreach.
Eligibility includes:
- Being a confirmed Anglican (age 16+)
- Active parish participation and support
- Proficiency in public reading and a desire to serve
- Algoma: Rev. Susan Montague Koyle 📧 susan.montague2@gmail.com
- Sudbury–Manitoulin: Rev. Joyce Foster 📧 joyce.foster49@outlook.com
- Temiskaming: Carrie Birtch –
carrieg2626@hotmail.com - Muskoka: Janet Borneman 📧 jborneman@vianet.ca
- Thunder Bay – North Shore: Rev. Deborah Everest 📧 debeverest7@shaw.ca