Our Programs

Diocesan Lay Formation Program

Bloy House is currently developing a comprehensive lay formation curriculum based on visits with congregations in the diocese.  The diverse topics include: Episcopal identity, practical lay ministry training, theology and faith formation, gifts and ministry discernment, multicultural ministry, and community organizing. 

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Training for Licensed Lay Ministires

Bloy House has designed a series of courses, at the request of the diocese, to train lay people to become licensed in the canonically identified ministries eligible for licensing: Eucharistic Minister, Eucharistic Visitor, Preacher, Evangelist, Catechist, Pastoral Leader, or Worship Leader. In addition, our diocese will license two types of chaplains: Parish Chaplain and Diocesan Chaplain.

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Anglican Studies Certificate

Students in the Certificate of Anglican Studies program take courses focused on ministry in the Episcopal Church and the Anglican Communion. Each Anglican studies student’s academic plan is tailored to each student’s needs and designed to supplement any previous studies in theology. The anticipated start date is January 2024.

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Diaconal Studies Certificate

Bloy House is working with the diocese on a new program for diaconal formation leading to ordination. The anticipated start date is January 2025.

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Postulant Training

Bloy House has worked over the last year to develop and provide trainings for postulants to ordination. These types of one-day workshops are not generally found in seminary or diaconal studies programs but are required by The Commission on Ministry for postulant formation. Bloy House is pleased to be of service to the diocesan Commission on Ministry and our future priests and deacons in this way.

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Li Tim-Oi Center

The Li Tim-Oi Center is housed at Church of Our Savior in San Gabriel, California. It is an educational institute for Mandarin Chinese speaking individuals who would like to learn more about Episcopal liturgy, scripture and leadership offering similar certificates to those of the Instituto. Students meet on Saturdays once a month. The Center is directed by the Rev. Dr. Thomas Ni.

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Instituto de Liderazgo

Instituto de Liderazgo equips Spanish speaking Episcopalians within the Diocese of Los Angeles for vital lay ministries in their congregations. Through the Instituto, one can earn certificates in Liturgical Leadership, Pastoral Leadership, Parish Administration, Christian Education, Evangelism and Lay Preaching. Students meet on Saturdays at several congregations within the diocese.

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