From other dioceses

A Reader who wishes to transfer his or her licence to the Diocese in Europe or who wishes to be given permission to officiate must first receive the support of the chaplain and the council of the chaplaincy in which he or she wishes to minister. This should be conveyed in writing to the Ministry Team Administrator at the diocesan office and clearly labelled as such in the subject line.

A copy of the certificate of admission and most recent licence should be sent to the Ministry Team Administrator by the Reader concerned. The Administrator will arrange for safeguarding checks to be undertaken as well as seek a reference from the Warden of Readers of the relevant English diocese.

Once these steps have been completed, the Warden of Readers in the Diocese in Europe will arrange for licensing to take place or grant permission to officiate. The policy on the term of the licence outlined above will apply.

During an interregnum

During a clergy vacancy the Reader’s ministry normally continues with supervision from the Area Dean and churchwardens. The Reader has no legal responsibilities for the chaplaincy which usually fall to the churchwardens and the Archdeacon but as the person who is leading and preaching during this crucial time, they have an important part to play in leading the chaplaincy through a time of change.