Lay ministers serve together alongside the ordained. Here you will find practical information to help you understand selection, training, and authorisation.

Our guide to the criteria used by bishop’s advisers. Selection for ordained ministry is about discerning what God has called you to do.

Practical information on selection, training, and a life in ministry for those exploring ordination in the Church of England

Church roles are many and varied. Discover the variety of ministry within the Church of England.

Find your vocation with these prayers and reflections. Explore Biblical stories of ordinary people called to extraordinary ministries.

Register your interest, experience ministry and test your vocation

Racial justice and inclusion is a critical priority for the Church of England and is committed to ensuring that our dioceses, clergy and volunteers reflect the communities we are called to serve.

The results of all elections of the General Synod or of its constituent Houses, from January 2022 to present. A list of all appointments made by the General Synod's  Appointments Committee from January 2022 to present.

Women of the Nativity is a collection of nine imagined stories told from the perspective of women, written by Paula Gooder, recreating the events of the Nativity.

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