The Lay Ecclesial Ministers Council was
organized in 1999 as part of the diocesan structure. The membership is
drawn from the five regions of the diocese and reflects ministerial and
ethnic diversity. The LEMC is a consultative body accountable to the
Bishop and functions within the Office of the Chancellor through the
Department of Evangelization and Catechesis.
Mission
The
mission of the Lay Ecclesial Ministers Council is to advise the Bishop
and the Diocese by providing a forum for the on-going support and
formation of the lay ecclesial ministers. The council faithfully
implements the conciliar teachings on the laity in the spirit of the
diocesan strategic plan by providing broadened opportunities for the
participation of lay people in the life and ministry of the Church.
Upcoming Events:
Lay Ecclesial Ministers Annual Convocation and Blessing
SAVE THE
DATE! JANUARY 14, 2011
Council
Subcommittees
2010 recipients of a Master’s degree in
Pastoral Ministries from Holy Names University. From left: Jennifer
Ginorio,
Lois Vander-Wende Williams,
Laura Lemus, Mary Ellen Waite, Lyndee Billups, Gina McCormick, Robyn
Lang, Keith Machi and Betty Levin. The degree program was developed in
2001 through the efforts of the LEMC.
Lay Ecclesial Ministers Council