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Lay person (pl. laity)

Official diocesan definition

Baptized members of the Church, as distinct from the clergy, i.e., those who are not ordained bishop, priest or deacon.

Also called

Lay person, Lay people, laity

Source

Definitions are based on the Church Terminology glossary of the Anglican Diocese of Toronto. Last verified 2026-08-05.

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