lay reader

• Pessoa não ordenada que, na Igreja Católica, é autorizada a exercer funções litúrgicas, como proclamar as leituras bíblicas, servir ao altar ou auxiliar o sacerdote; também se usa para designar o leitor leigo em cultos de outras denominações cristãs.

A person who is not a member of the clergy but is authorized to lead certain religious services, read scripture, or assist in liturgical functions within a church setting.

1. Lay reader in churchB2formal

   A person who is not ordained as a clergy member but is authorized to read scripture or lead certain parts of a religious service.

   Leitor leigo

   • The lay reader delivered the morning scripture reading.
   • Many churches rely on lay readers to assist during services.
   • She became a lay reader after completing the training program.

2. General readerB2formal

   A person who reads for pleasure or general knowledge, without specialized expertise in the subject matter.

   Leitor leigo

   • This book is written for the lay reader, not for experts.
   • The magazine aims to explain complex science to the lay reader.
   • A good textbook should be accessible to the lay reader.