The phrase "average layperson" refers to an ordinary and everyday person who does not have specialized knowledge or expertise in a particular subject. Full definition
I don't think I would put them to the average layperson in a small group setting, but to a pastor or deacon, a question or two at a time... for the record, I am a high school grad, have had three jobs in my entire life (church custodian, newspaper pasteup [pre-computer pagination], and grocery deli clerk), am on SSDI for complications of Marfan's Syndrome, and a Medicare beneficiary, no secondary insurance because I am about $ 20 over the income limit for Medicaid. (nakedpastor.com)
The man - in - the - street, the pew - sitter, the average layperson, shrinks in awe before the professional communicators who can reach millions through typewriter or tube. (religion-online.org)
You honestly believe that the average layperson is not listening to his pastor? (nakedpastor.com)