8. Transferals

(Up-dated February 9, 2004)

8.1    Parochial Lay Readers are covenanted in a Parish under the supervision of an Incumbent: therefore in the event of a change in either the Parish or the Incumbent, a new covenant must be entered into.

8.2    Lay Readers moving into the Diocese of Algoma from other Dioceses in the Anglican Communion wishing to function as a Lay Reader in this Diocese should provide the incumbent with:

a)      a photocopy of his/her most recent license;

b)      a letter of recommendation from the priest under whose supervision he/she held a license.

c)       If the transferring Lay Reader has had training in the past deemed to be the equivalent of a Diocesan Lay Reader, then the above documents, together with evidence of the qualifications should be submitted to the Warden of Lay Readers who will make recommendation to the Bishop.