a layman who is authorized by the bishop to read parts of the service in an Anglican or Episcopal church
A lay reader (in some jurisdictions simply Reader) is a layperson authorized by a bishop of the Anglican Church to read some parts of a service of worship. They are members of the congregation called to preach or lead services, but not called to full-time ministry.
例句与用法
1.
Perhaps , i would bring a sheet of matting , on which i would lie reading my favorite book , listening to the music of the pouring water carried by the waterwheels 也许,我会带一卷席子,躺在上面,读着我最爱的书,听着水流入水轮时那哗哗的如同音乐般美妙的声音。