Ministry > Lay Ecclesial Ministry Institute (LEMI)

LEMI Application Process

Application process is now open. To receive the application, interested candidates for LEMI are asked to attend one of our Information Sessions or contact the LEMI coordinator for more detailed information about LEMI and eligibility.

Applicants submit the following:

• An application
• Three references

Those applicants recommended by the LEMI Advisory Panel:

• Have an individual, confidential psychological evaluation by licensed clinicians

Accepted applicants attend a LEMI Orientation Session.

Hear from actual LEMI candidates about their formation experience. LEMI is changing lives!

For more information
If you are a leader serving in the Diocese of Richmond and are interested in how the Lay Ecclesial Ministry Institute can enhance your ministerial skills while you earn an academic degree or certificate of study, please contact:

Tracy Brookmire
804-622-5157
[email protected]

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