Jesus taught us to love one another, to care for each other, and to bring the good news to the world. Lay Servant Ministries is the United Methodist program for training and engaging lay leaders to make disciples and transform the world.
The West Ohio Lay Servant Ministries offers in-person and virtual educational courses throughout the year.
Whether you want to become a more effective leader, build faith, and/or learn something new, we have classes below for you! Please choose one that meets you where you are.
Olentangy River District
Feb. 20-21, 2026 (Friday Zoom/Saturday In-Person)
Introduction to Lay Ministry: The Basic Course: Click here to learn more and to register
Hocking River District
February 27-28, 2026 (In-person for both days)
Leading Worship (CORE Course): Click here to learn more and to register
Great Miami River District
March 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 2026 (Zoom for all days)
Introduction to Lay Ministry: Click here to learn more and to register
Great Miami River District
April 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30, 2026 (Zoom for all days)
Ministry with the Forgotten: Click here to learn more and to register
Olentangy River District
April 24-25, 2026 (In-Person)
Advanced Course: Discover Your Spiritual Gifts: Click here to learn more and to register
Olentangy River District
April 24-25, 2026 (Friday is Zoom/Saturday Zoom)
Leading Worship: Click here to learn more and to register
Hocking River District
May 15-16, 2026 (In-Person)
Called to Preach (CORE course): Click here to learn more and to register
Hocking River District
August 21-22, 2026 (In-Person)
Introduction to Lay Servant Ministry (The Basic Course): Click here to learn more and to register
Hocking River District
October 30-31, 2026 (Zoom OR In-Person – per their choice)
Teaching Biblical Faith: Leading Small Group Bible Studies: Click here to learn more and to register
Olentangy River District
November 1, 3, 5, 8, 10, 2026 (Zoom)
Living Our United Methodist Beliefs (United Methodist Heritage) Click here to learn more and to register
Western Lakes District
November 6-7, 2026 (Zoom)
Come! I Will Tell You a Story – An Introduction to Biblical Storytelling Click here to learn more and to register