The annual Readers' Day is an important day for ministerial development and celebration of Reader ministry in the diocese. In the morning Readers gather for our annual Reader training event, and in the afternoon they attend the Readers' Service in the Cathedral. At the start of the service all Readers reaffirm their commitment to serve God through their ministry as Readers. The Diocese then welcomes newly trained Readers and those transferring from other dioceses.
The day provides a chance to meet with other Readers, share experiences and learn from each other. An invited speaker challenges and encourages by speaking on a significant topic relevant to Reader ministry.
The Warden of Readers hopes all Readers will make this day a priority. The day provides us all with fellowship, ministry development, reaffirmation of our ministry and community support for each other and the newly licenced Readers.
2025 Annual Readers' Day
This year's Readers' Day will be held on Saturday, 4 October at Flourish House, Wells followed by the Reader service at Wells Cathedral.
Registration details coming soon!
Past Readers' Days
The 2024 Readers' Day was held on 5 October at Flourish House, Wells with guest speaker Bishop Michael. The morning session was followed by the Reader service at Wells Cathedral.
Who to contact
Alison Cruickshank, Archdeaconry Assistant for the Taunton Archdeaconry and Diocesan Reader Administrator
Sophie Moore, Resources and Programme Support