Authorised Lay Ministers (ALMs) are trained lay people, active in church life, who have a particular vocation, special interest, or skill, that can be an integral part of their church’s ministry.
Authorised Lay Ministry is one way in which the diocese resources and empowers lay people to grow in their vocation to serve and minister in their communities and churches. They are highly valued in the Diocese of Ely and have a crucial part in the success of the Diocesan Strategy.
Find out more about Authorised Lay Ministry
Find out more about Authorised Lay Ministry in the Diocese of Ely, including the various specialisms, training opportunities and pathways to becoming an ALM.
Could it be you?
Explorers Evenings are frequently held in the Diocese and are great ways to find out more about becoming an ALM, LLM, or Chaplain, and the many pathways available.
Look for dates and book online via our Training Portal.
Additionally, after talking to your Incumbent and PCC (Parochial Church Council) about your interest in training as an ALM, please contact the Lay Vocations Team for further information and to apply.
ALM Specialisms
Find out more about the various courses and development opportunities within Authorised Lay Ministry via these pages.
Children and Families Ministry
Our Children and Families Ministry training programme can also be completed as part of the ALM pathway.
Youth and Families Ministry
Our Youth and Families Ministry training programme can also be completed as part of the ALM pathway.
Church Musicians' ALM Course
Training for those who wish to train as an ALM with a specialism as a Church Musician.
Evangelist ALM Course
Information on our training programme for Authorised Lay Minister (ALM) Evangelists.
Pastoral Assistant ALM Course
Training to facilitate good and safe practice in general pastoral care within the Church and Community.
Preacher ALM Course
Training for those who an incumbent identifies as having potential to become an ALM preacher.
Social Justice ALM Course
Training for those who wish to train as an ALM in Social Justice.
Worship Leader ALM Course
Training for those who an incumbent identifies as having potential to become a Worship Leader.
