Montana Synod LMA Program
(Lay Ministry Associate)

A Lay Ministry Associate in the Montana Synod is a congregational lay person who has received religious, educational training, through the Montana Synod, in order to provide (in most cases)  short term pulpit supply (ie, preaching) when the pastor is away, or if a congregation is without a pastor.  Their role is to fill in for the basic pastoral duties such as providing Word and Sacrament, communion, and other roles as approved by the Bishop.  LMAs are NOT authorized to preside at weddings.

Click Here to go to the new LMA Course Website

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Please be aware that we are slowly revamping all old LPA materials into the new LMA format. Thank you for your patience as we get all documents up to date.

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LPA Handbook for LPA Students, Active LPAs, and Mentors
This is a great resource to keep on hand. It details the ins/outs of the Montana Synod LPA Program from training through completion, including licensing of LPAs and working with your mentor. 

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>> If you are a current LPA click here.

>> If you are interested in becoming an LPA click here.

>> If you are a current LPA Student click here.

>> If you are, or want to be a mentor click here.

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LPA Recognition Liturgy