Lay Servant Ministries, of Central Bay District, invites you to participate in a down-to-earth, practical introduction to the ins and outs of  preaching for lay preachers, bi-vocational pastors, and those who are new to the pulpit. The call to preach can take many forms, and this class will give you practical tips on choosing topics, relevant scriptural references, delivery, and ideas about what makes a sermon particularly moving or memorable. 

When: October 12 and 19, 2024
Where: Edmore Faith United Methodist Church
       833 S. 1^st Street
       Edmore, MI 48829
Discussion Leader: Pastor Jeremy Wicks 
Time: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

Text for the class: From Pew to Pulpit by Clifton F. Guthrie

You must preregister by emailing Janice Buckley at [email protected] by, October 5, 2024.
Download the registration form from the Central Bay District website:

Bring your signed registration request form with you to the first class

Please bring your lunch, the required textbook, a bible, pencil and paper for notes, and an open mind.