Lay Pastoral Assistants
The Ministry of an LPA
Through baptism into Jesus Christ, all Christians are called to serve Christ in one another and love as he loves us. A Lay Pastoral Assistant is a person who is trained and authorised to engage in pastoral ministry on behalf of the local church, working as part of a team of clergy and laity.
The focus of all LPA Ministry is pastoral care, but an individual’s ministry will vary according to their gifts and skills, and the local situation. In all cases the ministry calls for a loving and compassionate heart, and a willingness to listen and support those in need.
LPAs may be involved in:
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Welcoming newcomers to both our churches and our communities
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Visiting families before and after baptism
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Work with children and young people
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Marriage preparation
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Hospital visiting
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Visiting people in their homes [not just the elderly and housebound]
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Supporting the bereaved
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Prayer and healing
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Hospitality
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Training and nurture, including confirmation preparation & home groups
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Evangelism, including Alpha groups
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Participating in worship
Initial training courses are currently being planned for 2012
Watch this space for further details
Click here for Continuing Ministerial Development (CMD)
LPA Guidelines
LPA Form 1
Ministry
