Laity Sunday is a special Sunday defined by General Conference “to celebrate the ministry of all Christians” (The Book of Discipline – 2020/2024, ¶ 264.2).
The ministry of the laity is the work of mission or ministry to which each believer is called. As Christians, we are all called to this ministry or priesthood – not just clergy. Each of us has a responsibility to proclaim the Good News and reach out to others in love.
Traditionally observed on the third Sunday in October, Laity Sunday is one way we celebrate the deep conviction that all are called to participate in God’s mission and live this calling through the ministry of the church.
Ministries of the laity include lay leaders, lay servants, Sunday school teachers, small group Bible study leaders, deaconesses, home missioners, and other significant forms of ministry.
The theme for the 2025 Laity Sunday is Be Strong in the Spirit (Ephesians 3:16). For resources, visit the Discipleship Ministries website by clicking here.
Other resources will be available from the West Ohio Conference Co-Lay Leaders and the Director of Faith Formation and Lay Ministry in the next few weeks.