Do CRs have a distinction between clergy and laypeople?
Yes and no. In terms of household worship, we do not need external or intermediary clergy each CR acts as their own conduit to spirituality, making offerings at our altars or outdoor shrines and connecting with the Deities, ancestors and nature spirits as we can. Sometimes the head of a household, or the member of the household with the most aptitude towards the work, will lead these sorts of rituals for their friends and family. In cases where a number of group members are experienced and skilled, these groups might work more collectively, sharing the leadership among all group members who are able to fulfill a role. Within the larger community there are those who write and perform rituals for large groups at festivals or for holy days. Some among us are better at divination or healing, while others tend to things like weddings and child blessings. Others are good at teaching the basics of CR to others, while still other folk specialize in the philosophies and theologies of CR. Those
