One of the ways that the Diocese of Glasgow and Galloway supports the development of our clergy and lay readers is through our Annual Learning Accounts (ALAs). Each year we budget 1% of the total clergy stipend into an account for each active clergy person and lay reader. For 2025 that amount is: £343.08. Money in each individual account can accrue for up to three (3) years, but money not used within three (3) years is lost. Thus, a minister could choose to let the money build over three years to (approximately, at 2025 levels) £978.96 and then use that amount towards a more expensive course or programme.

Funds from the ALA can be used for a wide range of courses and activities that enhance the development of the individual minister. Some recent examples of how people have chosen to use their ALA funds:

•Icon Writing Course
•Preachers of Excellence Conference Attendance
•Supplementing Tuition for a Master’s Degree
•Book Binding Course
•Ignatian Retreat
•Maranatha Yoga Training
•Purchasing Theological Texts

The sky is the limit! We are here to support you in your development and discipleship as the Spirit leads you.

If you have any questions or would like a ALA form please reach out to the Diocese.