What is another word for lay reader?
Pronunciation: [lˈe͡ɪ ɹˈiːdə] (IPA) 
A lay reader is a person who reads aloud from a religious text in a place of worship, often in the absence of a priest or minister. Synonyms for this term include lay minister, lay preacher, and lay worship leader. In some traditions, such as the Anglican Church, the term licensed lay reader is used to describe individuals who have undergone specific training and been licensed by their church to lead services and deliver sermons. Other related terms include lay speaker, which may refer to a Christian speaker who is not ordained, and lay chaplain, which describes a religious leader who provides spiritual guidance in non-church settings such as hospitals or prisons.
