Glossary: lay leader

The local church official, elected by the charge conference, who serves as the primary lay representative of the local church. The lay leader has specific responsibilities detailed in The Book of Discipline. Districts and annual conferences also elect lay leaders to serve as the primary representatives of the lay membership.

Source: Sharing God's Gifts Glossary of United Methodist Terms

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