Diocese launches first local School for Ministry
Applications available for Lay Preaching course to open this winter
The Diocese of El Camino Real’s School for Ministry is opening a course this winter to prepare individuals to apply for a Lay Preaching license. We are seeking adult learners of all ages and educational backgrounds who are actively involved in ministry in their congregations and demonstrate gifts in lay leadership. The course will be offered in English and Spanish and tuition is $180 per year, or $15 per month for 12 months. Online payment options will be added soon. The Rev. Katherine Doar has been named dean of ECR’s School for Ministry; please contact her at Katherine@realepiscopal.org.
English applications closed
The response in applications has been tremendous, and the deadline to apply for the English language cohort passed on January 14, 2022.
Spanish Language applications still being accepted
We are still actively recruiting students for our Spanish language cohort and have launched a separate application in Spanish. We are seeking adult learners of all ages and educational backgrounds who are actively involved in ministry in their congregations and demonstrate gifts in lay leadership. Application form