Certified LEM

A “certified Lay Ecclesial Minister” is someone who has been formally accepted into the diocesan certification process, completed successfully all aspects of formation, and who has been “authorized” to serve in the diocese, as a Lay Ecclesial Minister, by the Bishop of Cleveland

Ongoing Formation Opportunities

Visit our Events page (here) to see upcoming opportunities.

Job Postings

Click here to visit the "Job in Parishes" area of the diocesan jobs board.  

National Assocation for Lay Association for Lay Ministry (NALM)

The National Association for Lay Ministry promotes the co-responsibility of ordained and lay ministers to embody the saving mission of Christ for the World (NALM vision statement).  Click here to visit the NALM website for more information and resources.