What does the cryptic crossword clue "Song book, one helping in church (3,6)" mean?

The definition is "one helping in church". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). LAY (synonym of "Song") + READER (synonym of "book,"); definition: "one helping in church" The answer is LAY READER.

Song book, one helping in church (3,6)

Times Cryptic #29001 | 27 Across | 2024-08-21 flower

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