Commisstioned Lay Pastor (CLP) Ministry in the Presbytery
The Commissioned Lay Pastor (CLP) is an elder of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), who is granted a local commision by the presbytery to lead worship and preach the gospel, watch over the people, and provide for their nurture and service. This commission is valid only in one or more congregations, new church development, or other validated ministries of the presbytery designated by the Presbytery. Such an elder is selected by and receives training approved by the presbytery.
The Lay Pastor Program in the Presbytery of Northern New York is open to all ordained Elders in good standing in the Presbyterian Church (USA); though you need not necessarily be currently serving on the Session of your home church.
Rev. Michael P. Catanazaro is the CLP Administrator. 315-386-2570.
For more information click one of the following:
Application Process for CLP program
Application Form for CLP
